Citrin Cooperman is one of the largest accounting and consulting firms in the United States, and 4th among mid-Atlantic firms, with over 1,500 employees in 18 U.S. and International offices. This year, we were rated one of the Top 50 Best Companies to work for according to Vault.com. We are always looking for new team members who bring a fresh perspective, technical expertise, and a passion for solving problems. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer you the flexibility to take your career to the next level and still allow you to focus on what matters to you!

We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our Administration Department in our Livingston office. As a HR Generalist, you will be responsible for providing excellent client service. Our firm provides excellent compensation, benefits, wellness initiatives, and a strong career path for high performing professionals.

NOTE: This position is a hybrid role and candidates must be able to work from the Livingston, NJ office.

Responsibilities:

• As the HR representative for the office, support and report to the HR Manager on all HR areas, including but not limited to: recruitment, on-boarding, retention, off-boarding, benefits, employee relations, employment verification, mentoring program, sabbatical program, performance management, compensation planning, and administrative and HRIS documentation maintenance.
• Communicate and support Firm policies and procedures.
• Develop relationships with local colleges and universities for on-campus recruitment efforts.
• Conduct HR interview with candidates for local roles.
• Advocate for the staff.
• Liaise between employee and Firm when dealing with employee relations issues.
• Be confidential with all Firm and employment matters.
• Maintain human resource information and employee files and documentation.
• Coordinate and partner with the Learning Education and Development team to align staff with training opportunities that will support career development and progression.
• Communicate with Payroll on any updates/changes for assigned group/location.
• Collaborate with Administration on scheduling and staffing client engagements with an emphasis on managing productivity/staff utilization and employee development and progression.
• Participate in department and staff meetings; recommend new approaches to continually support retention and employee engagement, and to improve efficiency of the department/location and services offered.
• Additional special HR projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Professional HR certification is a plus.
• 5 years of progressive HR experience preferably in the public accounting or professional services industry.
• General knowledge of employment law (federal & state).
• Demonstrates confidentiality.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment with strong communication skills.
• Pragmatic, with ability to devise right-sized solutions to problems, often with incomplete information.
• Recruitment and interviewing experience preferred.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency.
• Must be flexible with different personalities.
• Detail–oriented, team player with the ability to multitask.
• Knowledgeable of HRIS systems & MS Applications.

What we offer:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with the ability to defray the employee contribution by engaging in our wellness initiatives
• Employer contribution to Life Insurance, and 401(k) plan
• Generous Paid Time off, including Fall Wind Down Fridays
• Customized learning and development opportunities and continuing professional education both in-house and virtually
• Hybrid, flex, and remote work opportunities available
• Ability to work in a growing, dynamic, employee-centric firm that values your unique contribution

About Citrin Cooperman

Citrin Cooperman is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms. Citrin Cooperman & Company, LLP, a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services and Citrin Cooperman Advisors LLC which provides business advisory and non-attest services, operate as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. Clients are in all business sectors and leverage a complete menu of service offerings. The entities include more than 300 partners and over 1,500 employees across the U.S.

This will further cement our mission to be the go-to regional and national professional services firm of choice that middle-market clients can depend on for the core assurance, tax, and strategic business consulting and advisory services that will bring value, enhancing their business and personal aspirations.

For more information, please visit citrincooperman.com and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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