A Human Resource and Talent Acquisition Specialist is needed onsite in Edwardsville, Illinois, with a salary range of USD 60,000 to 80,000 per year.

Design and implement recruitment plans targeting accounting interns, entry-level associates, experienced CPAs, and other support roles.
Oversee end-to-end hiring, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, coordinating interview teams, and presenting offers.
Cultivate and sustain partnerships with universities through campus events, career fairs, classroom sessions, and student networking opportunities.
Lead the internship recruitment funnel, handling scheduling, candidate communications, interview logistics, and onboarding support.
Oversee onboarding procedures and associated paperwork across all roles to ensure compliance and a positive candidate experience.
Draft job postings and collaborate with marketing and leadership to strengthen employer branding.
Build long-term talent pipelines to support growth across all office locations.
Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and managers, addressing policy questions and routine employee relations matters.
Support HR strategy initiatives, including workforce planning, retention tactics, career development programs, and culture-building activities.
Ensure HR compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and offboarding procedures for new hires.
Update HR policies, employee handbooks, and standard operating procedures as needed.

A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field is preferred.
1 to 3 years of HR experience with a strong emphasis on recruiting; experience recruiting in accounting or professional services is a plus.
Experience supporting multiple office locations.
Ability to independently manage multiple HR functions and competing priorities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable with public speaking and campus engagement.
Working knowledge of core HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, benefits, onboarding, and offboarding.
Basic understanding of leave management (FMLA, ADA, etc.).
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with all levels of the firm.

Human Resource & Talent Acquisition Specialist

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