Human Resources Business Partner (People Partner)

HBK CPA is seeking a dynamic People Partner to support its Midwest offices and national HR initiatives. This onsite role is based in Warrendale, PA and requires 3-4 days in the office each week, with travel to Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. The position covers onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding and orientation processes to ensure a smooth new hire experience.
• Facilitate integration and retention strategies for new employees.
• Partner with leadership and resource management to identify hiring needs.
• Assist the Campus Recruiting Lead with local campus events as needed.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR matters.
• Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and promote a positive work environment.
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and PIPs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Conduct investigations and manage employee separations with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain accurate records in HRIS (Workday experience preferred) and generate reports.
• Support inclusion and employee engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development to identify training needs.
• Promote firm-wide programs and events in partnership with other offices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional HR functions including recruiting, total rewards, resource management and learning and development.
• Provide insights from HR data to inform business decisions.
• Support organizational change and workforce planning initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a professional services or accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HCM systems (Workday preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Technologies

• Workday
• Microsoft Office Suite
• HRIS

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Lucrative New Business & Employee Referral Bonuses
• Anniversary Bonus
• Open Paid Time Off Policy
• 401(k) plan with company match and safe harbor contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 9 Paid holidays
• Annual Performance Reviews