HR Consultant - Associate job at Abdo LLP in Edina, MN

Title: HR Consultant - Associate Location: Edina, Minnesota Employment Type Full-Time, hybrid Job Description: If you are a Human Resources professional looking to grow your expertise in full-service HR and make a positive impact on multiple clients, all while working for a people-first, flexible firm, Abdo is the next career move for you! As Abdo's HR & Payroll solutions team continues to grow, we are looking to add an Associate to the team to support our full-service HR clients. We are a client facing team at the firm providing HR and Payroll services to public and private sector clients. It's fun, fast-paced, and full of variety. We want someone who has a desire to provide administrative level assistance and support to clients in relation to: benefits, processes/documentation, file management, compliance, and onboarding. This individual should thrive in communication, process, technology, and ambiguity. At Abdo, we’re not your typical accounting firm. For us, ‘Lighting the path forward’ means that we go well beyond traditional accounting and auditing to deliver solutions that help our clients succeed. We carefully seek out the best people and trust them to make a difference in helping our clients navigate forward with confidence. Our culture is built on the following principles: Relationships - We give our best to our clients and to each other. Growth & Development - We get better every day. Teamwork - We accomplish great things together. Key responsibilities include: Serve as the primary support to our internal client leaders for HR support including: benefits, processes/documentation, compliance, HRIS system updates, onboarding, and employee file management Communicate with client leadership and decision makers on client related needs or actions while providing a high level of customer service Effectively manage tasks with multiple clients and varying timelines, with an ongoing focus on improving quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of client service Ideal Associate candidate has: Associate’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field and/or related work experience 1-3 years' experience in entry level HR role preferred Strong written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail Strong problem solving and time management, with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously Experience handling sensitive, confidential information Attracting, developing, and retaining the best employees are our highest priorities at Abdo. Listed as a “Fastest Growing Firm” and ranked in the Top 200 firms by Inside Public Accounting, we are always seeking talented individuals who can contribute to the continued growth and success of our firm. If you desire flexibility and control in your work schedule along with recognition for your efforts, Abdo has the opportunity you’re looking for! Apply online TODAY! Flexible Workplace: Abdo supports a hybrid work environment through a variety of flexible workplace options. Certain roles, including associates, may be expected to work at least three days in an Abdo office or at client sites. This expectation is designed to jumpstart your career by fostering strong relationships with coworkers and clients, nurturing your growth and development, and inspiring you to actively engage in teamwork, all in alignment with Abdo's core values. Interviews for this position may be conducted via Zoom video. Additional Information: At Abdo, we are committed to providing fair, transparent, and competitive compensation that reflects the unique skills and experiences of each candidate. The estimated base pay range for this role is $28.50 - $33.00. Offers are typically made below the maximum to allow room for future compensation increases in the role. The compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications, skills, and business needs. All employees have the opportunity to earn discretionary bonuses based on demonstration of extraordinary performance, special projects of significant importance, or other major accomplishments. Abdo ares about the wellbeing of our team members and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support this. Our benefits package includes: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with employer match, FSA medical and dependent care, long & short-term disability insurance options 22 days per year of PTO, 8 full holidays, 2 half holidays, 24 hours paid volunteer time, parental and grandparent leave 401(k) plan with employer contributions up to 4.5% Abdo-sponsored telehealth platform Technology reimbursement Half day Fridays June through September Professional expenses and CPA support and bonus Benefits offerings are based off benefits eligibility requirements being met. View more information on our comprehensive benefits package on our Careers page. Apply tot his job Apply tot his job

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