Human Resources Manager

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow. 

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. 

We are looking for a Human Resources Manager to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another. 

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. 

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on  promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what  success means for them.” 

Your role 

• Coordinates and oversees onboarding process to ensure that we provide an exceptional experience for newly hired employees and provide critical support to internal stakeholders in the onboarding process.
• Administer all aspects of all leaves including interpretation of the firm’s policies and calculations of respective entitlements.
• Work collaboratively with our finance team to provide payroll and benefit related information.
• Monitors employee productivity through preparation, review and analysis of weekly and monthly reports.
• Continually develop framework and oversee employee performance management process from goal setting to evaluation and ensuring that these align with organizational objectives.  This includes working closely with Managers to identify performance gaps and developing effective solutions.
• Coordinates and oversees the offboarding process for staff departures including students returning to school.  This could include attending firm termination meetings.
• Functions as Program Manager in the CPA Professional Education Program for our three pre-approved programs.
• Meets with employees on request or as needed to address day-to-day personnel matters.
• Solicits, analyzes and interprets employee feedback results for the firm. Develops and implements related action plans and communications.
• Assists in the design and execution of talent training sessions.
• Regularly monitors the effectiveness of HR programs, processes and services, and raises concerns, and provides feedback to the COO and Managing Partner to drive continuous improvement based on business needs, including participation in annual compensation surveys.
• Advisor to the COO and/or Managing Partner on talent related matters.
• Recruits strong talent in conjunction with our core recruiting team with a collaborative approach to support the business needs of the firm.
• Collaborating with the COO to plan growth and talent capacity requirements, as well as to implement strategies and plans aligned with business needs.
• Supports change management across the firm.
• Supports leaders in creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Identifies opportunities to embed accessibility, diversity and inclusion in local processes and programs.
• Provides guidance and hands on support to the teams in implementing HR programs and processes (e.g. compensation planning, ratings and promotions, employee surveys).
• Maintains HR systems and team documentation as required.
• Participates as Trusted Advisor in maintaining ESA standards.
• Actively participates in and leads employee engagement events and activities.
• Shares information about key learnings, successes, challenges, and best practices across the firm and within the BT HR Network.
• Participates in National HR project teams.
• Collaborates with COO to implement and monitor the effectiveness of BT national strategic People Solutions initiatives.
• Discerns insights and trends from information and data and leverages them to identify opportunities for change that will deliver value and impact to the business.
• Develops, monitors and ensures HR policies, processes and standards are followed.
• Manages the Health & Safety programs of the firm, including delivery of required training.
• Other duties as required.

What you bring to the table  

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and post-secondary diploma or certificate in HR.
• A CHRP or CHRL designation.
• 5+ years of experience in Human Resources in a fast-paced, corporate environment.
• Strong people skills.
• Strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities for multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal clients, gain credibility, challenge the norm and be viewed as a trusted advisor.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills with the ability to work in a changing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Self-starter who identifies problems and suggested solutions naturally.
• Highly Proficient with PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Experience working with the BambooHR platform would be an asset.

Where you’ll work:  

We are currently hiring in our offices in Ottawa, ON, and Gatineau, QC.

Job type:  

Permanent, Full-time

Your schedule:  

Monday to Friday 

Salary range: 

Will be communicated at a later stage in the hiring process 

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.   

Baker Tilly Ottawa LLP is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.  We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.  Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process, and for our staff, as applicable.

All resume information is received in confidence.  While we appreciate all applications received, we can only contact directly those candidates selected for an interview.