Job Description

Bennett Thrasher is one of the largest and fastest-growing accounting/advisory firms nationally, consistently recognized as one of Inside Public Accounting’s "Best of the Best firms". With our headquarters in Atlanta and a global reach, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Our unity of values ensures a supportive and respectful work environment, where camaraderie and collaboration are at the forefront of everything we do.

BT is seeking a strategic Chief People Officer(CPO) to lead our people and culture initiatives and services for ≈500 partners and associates. The ideal candidate is looking to join a collaborative, growth-oriented firm focused on our People-First culture, associate satisfaction and their career development.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CPO will lead our people and culture initiatives aligned with our long-term strategic objectives defined by the Board and Leadership Team.The CPO will be a highly motivated and accountable individual capable of helping drive our human capital strategy, championing a high-performance culture, and ensuring alignment between our people operations and business objectives. Serving as a trusted advisor to the Board and Leadership Team, the CPO will strengthen a world class culture in a dynamic environment and translate business needs into outstanding people programs. This role is based in our Atlanta headquarters and the individual will need to be in the office 3-4 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement people strategies, initiatives, and programs to support business growth and service objectives.
• Drive organizational change and workforce planning to support scalability and growth.
• Foster a strong, inclusive, and values-driven culture that attracts and retains top talent.
• Proven ability to develop future leaders through internal and external resources.
• Lead employee and partner engagement strategies and act on feedback to continually improve the workplace experience.
• Active involvement on our People, Culture and Community Committee focused on developing a pragmatic approach to fostering an inclusive, rewarding and values-driven culture for our people and the communities we serve.
• Provide leadership, counsel and operational support in all aspects of organizational effectiveness to drive business results.
• Provide strategic leadership in the areas of talent acquisition and retention, leadership development, organizational design, performance management and compensation/benefits.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer.
• Provide guidance on managing complex and sensitive human relations matters.
• Establish open and transparent communication methods throughout all levels of the organization.
• Translate tactical business plans and new business offerings into HR strategic and operational plans.
• Ensure formalized performance management systems which create a culture of employee engagement and that include personal development plans, performance improvement plans and succession plans.
• Provide vision and leadership to the organization in addressing critical human resources opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure the culture, people practices, and programs are competitive and conducive to attract/retain talent.
• Implement and manage compliance efforts relating to all aspects of the employee life cycle.

Required Skills/Abilities/Characteristics

• High accountability and results-oriented individual.
• Able to develop strong,trusting relationships within the organization.
• Proven ability to remain objective, discrete and exercise common sense at all times.
• Outstanding interpersonal, coaching and listening skills with the ability to communicate throughout all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated success in scaling HR operations within high-growth or complex organizations.
• Functional and technical expertise across all facets of human resources competencies.
• Proven track record of ability to develop and integrate people strategies with business strategies.
• Ability to effectively present HR strategy and initiatives to all levels of the firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 12-15+ years of demonstrated progressive human resources leadership experience.
• Professional services firm experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• PHR/SPHR designation desired.
• Knowledge of HR Information Systems and software including vendor evaluation, selection and systems implementations. Experience with UKG is a plus.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state and local employment and wage laws and regulations.
• Expert knowledge in benefits management, ideally with self-funded healthcare benefit program experience.

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