Byrne|Zizzi CPA, PLLC · 12 hours ago
Human Resources Manager
Tupelo, Mississippi, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expByrne|Zizzi CPA, PLLC is a firm focused on shaping people strategy and employee experience. The HR Manager will lead various HR functions including talent acquisition, onboarding, and benefits administration while promoting a positive workplace culture.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle recruiting including job postings, screening, interviews, and reference checks. Coordinate and attend career fairs, university recruiting events, and community talent initiatives. Build and maintain relationships with colleges, accounting programs, and professional associations. Maintain updated job descriptions, interview scorecards, and recruiting SOPs
Create and maintain structured orientation and onboarding plans for new hires, ensuring a smooth and consistent experience. Monitor new hire progress during the first 90 days
Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all payroll-related information. Submit payroll changes including new hires, rate adjustments, PTO updates, and deductions
Coordinate open enrollment, new hire benefits onboarding, and benefits communications. Serve as point of contact for employee benefits questions related to health insurance, dental, vision, life, 401(k), and supplemental benefits. Work with brokers and vendors to resolve benefits issues and ensure compliance. Maintain required documentation for benefit-related filings
Lead the firm's Culture Team and employee engagement initiatives. Organize team-building activities, employee appreciation events, and internal communications. Promote a positive, inclusive, and professional workplace environment. Monitor employee sentiment and identify opportunities for improving retention and morale
Oversee employee training programs including compliance training and professional skills development. Work with supervisors to identify training needs and coordinate sessions. Maintain training records and ensure completion of required courses
Manage the offboarding process including exit interviews, equipment recovery, and system access removal. Ensure timely communication and documentation of separations. Analyze exit feedback and recommend improvements to strengthen retention
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance requirements (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, OSHA), which are emphasized repeatedly in HR policy discussions
Demonstrated professionalism, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee information, investigations, medical or ADA-related issues, payroll, and sensitive firm matters
Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing policies, coaching supervisors, documenting conversations, and supporting leadership
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate independently with minimal supervision
Strong problem‑solving abilities with the capacity to navigate nuance and handle sensitive employee relations concerns appropriately
Ability to lead structured processes (onboarding, offboarding, performance reviews) with accuracy, consistency, and follow‑through
High level of technical savvy and willingness to learn new systems (HRIS/BambooHR etc.)
Ability to partner with management, support decision‑making, and coach supervisors on proper documentation, communication, and compliance
Bachelor's degree required — Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field
3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including experience in recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and performance management
Demonstrated experience maintaining HR records, managing confidential information, and supporting policy‑driven processes
Experience completing and supporting performance review cycles, employee documentation, and coaching conversations
Experience administering or supporting HRIS systems (e.g., BambooHR) and handling sensitive data
Strong experience using advanced Excel and Microsoft 365 to build HR reports, dashboards, trackers, and analysis for management
Experience operating in a fast‑paced and/or multi‑location organization
Preferred
PHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP certification
5+ years of HR management experience or HR generalist experience with increasing responsibility
Experience designing, updating, or leading HR policies, handbooks, or compliance programs
Experience supporting or leading internal investigations, employee coaching plans, corrective action, and documentation processes
Experience with training development, leadership coaching, and culture‑building initiatives
Experience supporting onboarding/offboarding workflows in professional services (accounting, legal, consulting, financial services)
Experience with benefits strategy, vendor management, or compensation analysis
Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools (advanced Excel, Power BI, workflow dashboards)
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Life
401(k)
Supplemental benefits
Company
Byrne|Zizzi CPA, PLLC
We are not your average tax firm. Byrne|Zizzi CPA provides more than a "tax-season" service.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Emily Zizzi, CPA
Partner; President
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