Human Resources (HR) Manager

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support a CPA firm in Indianapolis, Indiana through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role will provide hands-on leadership across core HR operations, with a strong focus on payroll, benefits administration, recruiting support, and day-to-day employee matters. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative approach, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to assess current processes while helping the organization maintain smooth HR service during an interim period.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day human resources activities, ensuring dependable support across employee relations, HR administration, and routine people operations.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing in Rippling, verify accuracy, resolve issues promptly, and maintain compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations.
• Oversee employee benefits administration, including enrollments, updates, questions, and coordination related to benefit programs.
• Partner with leadership and internal stakeholders to evaluate HR workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements to department operations.
• Support recruiting efforts by working closely with teams on hiring needs, candidate coordination, and a smooth selection process.
• Facilitate onboarding activities to help new hires transition successfully into the organization and ensure required documentation is completed.
• Use HRIS and related systems to maintain accurate employee records, reporting, and administrative processes.
• Collaborate with team members handling intern coordination while contributing broader HR expertise to support upcoming hiring activity and seasonal workforce needs.
• Proven experience in a Human Resources Manager or senior HR generalist capacity with broad responsibility across HR operations.
• Strong background in payroll administration, including direct processing experience and attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Knowledge of benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, and general HR compliance practices.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms; familiarity with Rippling is highly preferred.
• Ability to review existing procedures, analyze department effectiveness, and suggest process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and leadership groups.
• Comfortable working in an in-office environment in Indianapolis, Indiana, with flexibility for part-time or permanent scheduling and some remote availability.
• Ability to step into an interim assignment quickly and manage priorities in a changing environment.