Job Description

HR Coordinator


Pay Range: $55,000 - $65,000/year


Smythe is seeking a proactive, team-oriented HR Coordinator who is passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and delivering high-quality HR support to join our People & Culture team of four. As an HR Coordinator, you will support daily HR operations, including onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and other essential HR activities. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.


Our Firm


Smythe LLP is a leading professional services firm with offices in Vancouver, Langley, and Nanaimo. Since 1980, Smythe has provided accounting, assurance, taxation, insolvency, and advisory services to clients in BC, Canada, and beyond. Our diverse clients include private, public, family-owned, and non-profit organizations across a wide range of industries. Smythe is also a proud member of Allinial Global, one of the largest international accounting networks.


Our team consists of over 200 professionals and support staff who work together to build meaningful connections, provide expertise, and deliver enduring value to our clients.


The Opportunity


This is an exciting role for a dedicated HR Coordinator to make an impact on our People & Culture team. You'll gain experience across all HR functions, from talent acquisition to employee engagement, while contributing to our firm's people strategies.


Your Responsibilities


Onboarding: Coordinate onboarding and orientation processes, ensuring new hires integrate smoothly into the firm.
Employee Relations: Serve as a reliable point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies and promoting a positive work environment.
Employee Engagement: Assist in planning employee engagement initiatives like recognition programs, wellness activities, and employee surveys.
Performance Management: Assist with coordinating performance review cycles, ensuring timelines and processes are communicated and followed.
HR Compliance: Maintain compliance with provincial employment laws and company policies. Keep accurate and up-to-date employee records.
Policy Development: Assist with policy updates and development, aligning HR practices with business objectives.
HR Systems Management (UKG): Maintain and update employee records in UKG to ensure data accuracy, support HR processes, and enable efficient People & Culture operations.


What We're Looking For


Bachelor's/diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
1-2 years of HR experience, preferably in a professional services or CPA firm setting.
Knowledge of HR principles, employment legislation, and best practices.
Proficiency in HR software (UKG) and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
Discreet and professional in handling confidential information.
A collaborative, team-focused mindset.


Additional Requirements


Flexibility to work in-office 3-4 days per week (post-probation).
Willingness to work additional hours during peak periods.


What Smythe Offers


Smythe offers a competitive salary and benefits package reflective of our commitment to our team's growth and ambitions. We value professional development and promote a collaborative work culture. Discover more about Life at Smythe by visiting our website (www.smythecpa.com) and following us on Instagram (@lifeatsmythe) and LinkedIn (@Smythe LLP).


Thank you for considering a career with Smythe! We look forward to reviewing your application.


Experience
Preferred
Proficiency in HR software and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Knowledge of HR principles, employment legislation, and best practices.
1 year(s): 1-2 years of HR experience, preferably in a professional services or CPA firm setting.
Education
Preferred
Diploma Programs or better in Human Resource Administration or related field
Bachelor's degree or better in Human Resource Administration or related field
Associates or better in Human Resource Administration or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Chartered Prof HR
Skills
Preferred
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Languages - Speaking
Languages - Writing
Languages - Reading
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization