Human Resources Generalist

Position Title:
Human Resources Generalist

Location:
Ontario

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Industry:
Accounting / Professional Services

Reporting to:
Executive Leadership Team and Administration, Finance and Operations Leader

Graham Mathew
is a growing public accounting firm located in Cambridge, Ontario, that offers its employees a great team environment, respect, and an excellent compensation package.

We experience very low turnover with our team due to our commitment to a positive, collaborative, team-member / development-focused work environment. This role is in-office with the flexibility to occasionally work remotely.

Our firm emphasizes a work / life balance, which promotes a healthy lifestyle. We have successfully maintained this philosophy for over 50 years.

We make it our mission to provide growth opportunities and long-lasting relationships with clients, team members, and the community.

About the Role:

We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Human Resources Generalist to support our growing public accounting firm. This role provides day-to-day talent acquisition and retention support to our leadership team and other team members, ensuring smooth operations, strong employee relations, and compliance with Ontario employment legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment, including position postings, screening, interviews, and reference checks.

• Support firm leaders in developing position descriptions and interview guides.

• Lead the onboarding process, ensuring a positive and structured new team member experience.

Employee Relations & Support

• Act as the first point of contact for talent-related inquiries.

• Guide team members and managers on policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Assist in resolving workplace challenges confidentially and professionally.

HR Administration

• Maintain team member files, Human Resources Information System (HRIS) data, and documentation.

• Firm employee handbook refinement and maintenance.

• Manage team member changes, letters, contracts, and performance documentation.

• Track vacation, leaves of absence, and attendance records.

Compensation & Benefits

• Support benefit administration, enrollments, and team member inquiries.

• Assist with annual salary reviews and compensation benchmarking.

Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and other relevant legislation.

• Assist with policy updates and internal communication of talent acquisition / retention programs.

Performance & Professional Development

• Coordinate performance review cycles and support leaders with related documentation.

• Support identifying and organizing professional development.

• Supports professional / personal development initiatives outside of technical expertise.

Talent Acquisition and Retention Projects

• Participate in talent acquisition and retention initiatives such as employee engagement, wellness programs, and culture development.

• Support process improvements and talent acquisition and retention analytics/reporting.

• Embrace and engage with talent acquisition and retention projects internally and externally with the firm's clients.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• CHRP designation or active pursuit is considered an asset.

• 2–4 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a professional services environment.

• Strong knowledge of Ontario employment legislation and HR best practices.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join Us

• Collaborative, professional workplace culture.

• Opportunities for growth and development.

• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.

• We offer excellent compensation, including compensation for overtime, and benefit package.

• RRSP matching.

• Wellness Spending Account.

• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.

• Fun work environment and actual work/life balance.

• Great location.

Graham Mathew is located in Cambridge, Ontario –
a river city surrounded by historic architecture and beautiful landscapes. If you want to join this great company and be a part of this exciting community with great restaurants and fantastic art and social scene, then please send us your resume.