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Sikich · 17 hours ago

HR Process & Compliance Specialist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$68K/yr - $68K/yr

3+ years exp

Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. The HR Process & Compliance Specialist will manage key regulatory activities, maintain policies, and ensure compliance across HR workflows, enhancing the overall HR function.

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Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with employment laws (FLSA, ADA, EEO, pay transparency, immigration)

Manage employee handbook content and updates

Perform and address issues from compliance audits (I-9/E-Verify, Non-Discrimination Plans, EEO-1, benefits, HR Technology)

In conjunction with the Compensation Specialist assists with job classification and pay equity reviews

Prepare reports and handle regulatory audits or inquiries

Provide HR compliance training on an as needed basis

Maintain compliance KPIs and records

Monitor regulatory changes and suggest policy revisions

Carry out audits of subcontractors to ensure there are no cases of dual employment

Document, map, and actively enhance HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, benefits, and HCM transactions

Create and update comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all HR functions

Periodically review HR workflows and data accuracy, offering recommendations for improvements

Monitor and share process performance indicators like cycle times, error rates, and service levels

Partner with teams handling HR Systems/Technology, payroll, and benefits to guarantee smooth process integration

Assist with system upgrades and lead efforts to automate HR processes where possible

Provide training on newly implemented or revised SOPs and processes to HR team members and managers

Act as a go-to contact for questions or troubleshooting related to HR processes

Serve as the primary tactical support to the Manager of HR Operations & Process for HR-related M&A activities, executing day-to-day integration tasks and deliverables

Assist with pre-close HR due diligence by gathering, reviewing, and organizing employee data, policies, benefit plans, , and compliance documentation

Support the analysis of acquired entities’ HR practices, identifying gaps, risks, and integration requirements related to compliance, classification, payroll, benefits, and HR systems/technology

Coordinate and partner with other HR teams to execute HR onboarding and transition activities for acquired employees, including employee data conversion, system setup, policy acknowledgements, and benefits enrollment support

Prepare and maintain detailed integration checklists, timelines, and trackers to ensure HR tasks are completed accurately and on schedule

Work with the Integration Team to draft and distribute employee-facing communications related to HR process changes, onboarding steps, and compliance requirements during integration periods

Partner with HR Systems/Technology, payroll, benefits, and compliance teams to ensure accurate data migration, system alignment, and timely issue resolution

Support post-close audits and validation activities to confirm compliance with employment laws, benefit plan requirements, and internal HR standards

Document M&A-related HR processes and develop SOPs to support consistent execution across future acquisitions

Escalate risks, issues, or delays to the Manager of HR Operations & Process with clear recommendations and supporting analysis

Qualification

HR complianceMergersAcquisitionsPolicy developmentHR operationsProcess optimizationData evaluationChange managementCommunication skillsCollaborationAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related discipline is required

Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of prior experience in HR operations, compliance, or process optimization is necessary

Possesses an in-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulatory requirements

Experienced in conducting compliance audits and formulating corrective action plans

Demonstrates expertise in policy development and governance

Proficient at evaluating data concerning compliance and pay equity reviews

Maintains a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment

Displays advanced communication skills and effectiveness in delivering training sessions

Adept at managing multiple priorities within client-focused, deadline-driven environments

Highly skilled at documenting and mapping processes with outstanding precision and clarity

Experienced in reviewing data for integrity and evaluating process-related performance metrics

Knowledgeable in project and change management methodologies

Committed to meticulous attention to detail and continuous improvement

Communicates and facilitates meetings with professionalism and clarity

Excels in collaborative work within fast-paced, deadline-sensitive settings

Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture

Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions

Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units

Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible

Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives

Preferred

Prior experience with Mergers and Acquisition, preferred

HR certification (I.e. SHRM-CP, PHR), as plus

Professional services experience is highly preferred

Benefits

Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy

Paid holidays

Comprehensive wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options

HSA employer contribution

Nine (9) paid holidays annually

Paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children

401(k) with employer contributions

CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days

Tuition reimbursement

Generous employee referral bonus program

Client referral bonus program

Pet insurance

FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities