Human Resources Specialist

Four days in office, Fridays are remote

HR / ACCOUNTING GENERALIST

Our client is seeking a versatile, highly organized HR/Accounting Generalist to join our team. In this dual-function role, you will bridge the gap between people operations and financial management. You will manage full-cycle payroll, benefits administration, onboarding, and day-to-day accounting functions like accounts payable/receivable and bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong analytical skills, and maintains the highest standards of confidentiality.

This position reports to the Senior Partner and works closely with outside accounting firm

Responsibilities:

Human Resources & Payroll (Approx. 60%)

• Payroll Management: Process bi-weekly payroll accurately, managing timecards, tracking PTO, and resolving any wage or tax discrepancies.
• Benefits Administration: Oversee open enrollment, manage health insurance plans, process 401(k) contributions, and answer employee benefit questions.
• Onboarding & Offboarding: Facilitate recruitment scheduling, conduct new-hire orientations, run background checks, and handle exit documentation.
• Compliance & Records: Maintain digital employee files, ensuring strict compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws (FLSA, FMLA, OSHA).
• Culture & Communication: Act as an accessible point of contact for daily staff inquiries and assist in organizing company team-building events.

Accounting & Finance (Approx. 40%)

• Accounts Payable (AP): Review, code, and enter vendor invoices, route them for internal approval, and schedule payments.
• Accounts Receivable (AR): Generate and send client invoices, monitor aging reports, and follow up on overdue collections.
• Reconciliations: Perform|assist with monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure general ledger accuracy.
• Expense Management: Review and process employee expense reports, checking for receipts and policy compliance.
• Audit & Reporting Support: Assist leadership and our accounting team with month-end closing, prepare basic financial reports, and pull documentation for annual tax or audit filings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent working experience).
• Experience: 4 years of proven experience handling both payroll/HR administration and bookkeeping or accounting tasks.
• Technical Skills:
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (vlookups, formulas, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (QuickBooks).
• Familiarity with HRIS/Payroll platforms (DP, BambooHR).
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding basic accounting principles (GAAP) and fundamental labor standards.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong time-management habits to balance dual priorities, and absolute discretion regarding sensitive personal and financial data.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid company holidays

If this dual-function role is right up your alley, please send us your resume today!