Title: HR Operations Specialist
Department: Human Resources
Supervises: N/A
Role Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid 2-3 days/week in office)
About The Company
Anchin is a New York City based Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm with a Long Island and Florida presence that provides expert services to companies across a diverse range of industries. We offer a full range of integrated accounting, consulting and business management services from tax planning and audits to the most detailed analysis of acquisitions and financial restructuring.
Anchin is consistently recognized as one of the “Best of the Best” accounting firms in the country, a Best Place to Work in New York City and New York State, and a Best Accounting Firm to Work For Nationwide.
About The Position
As an HR Operations Specialist at Anchin, you will be responsible for supporting and enhancing our core HR functions, including onboarding, offboarding, HR systems, data management, compliance, and internal processes. The ideal candidate is highly organized, systems-savvy, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Streamline and manage core HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and full employee life cycle administration.
- Ensure adherence to internal policies and compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws.
- Maintain and update employee records and data within HR systems, including UKG (HRIS), STAR (Financial), and other HR tools.
- Generate and maintain regular HR reports and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.
- Support the rollout, communication, and compliance of HR policies and procedures across the organization.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Manage and monitor the HR mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
- Maintain audit-ready and legally compliant HR documentation and practices.
- Support both internal and external HR audits by compiling and submitting required documentation.
- Participate in HR-related projects such as system upgrades, process optimization, and organizational change initiatives.
- Organize, maintain, and secure employee personnel files and records in accordance with legal and policy requirements.
- Manage HR templates, documentation, and internal communications to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Proactively identify areas for improvement within HR operations and recommend actionable solutions.
- Stay abreast of HR operational best practices and suggest relevant enhancements.
- Provide support to HR Business Partners (HRBPs) with generalist HR tasks as needed.
- Contribute to special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in HR operations or a similar role; experience in professional services or public accounting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of HR systems, with hands-on experience in UKG or similar HRIS platform is a plus.
- Familiarity with compliance and labor regulations.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
- Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation
- Competitive annual salary in the range of $75,000 to $100,000 based on the individual’s experience level.
Attributes
- Accountability: Follows through on commitments, does what you say you will do, even requiring some personal sacrifice.
- Communicates Effectively: Delivers messages in a clear and concise manner, listens attentively.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills: Relates comfortably to all levels of people, both internally and externally.
- Nimble Learner: Learns quickly when facing new situations, willingly takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
- Technical Proficiency: Deals with technical issues comfortably and can complete work at a high level of proficiency.
- Technologically Proficient: Ability to apply technology solutions to work.
- Being Resilient: Shows confidence under pressure, maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
- Action Oriented: Proactively seeks out new and challenging work.
- Trustworthiness: Keeps confidences and develops a reputation for being honest and ethical.
Anchin is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant irrespective of race, color, creed, alienage, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Anchin is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Anchin Recruitment Team at recruit@anchin.com
