If you enjoy partnering with employees and leaders to create positive workplace experiences and thrive in a role that balances advice, judgment, and action, this HR Generalist opportunity may be a great fit!

The Human Resources

Generalist is primarily responsible for providing HR services to managers and employees within assigned business units in both the Edmonton and Calgary offices. The HR Generalist develops trusted relationships with clients and provides transactional and advisory HR support, that assists managers and employees, in all areas of HR including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, departures and leaves of absence. This generalist role will support the development and execution of HR programs and initiatives related to driving employee engagement and will work closely in collaboration with our other HR Generalist to ensure employee engagement efforts are inclusive and reflect the diverse needs of our workforce.

The HR Generalist reports to the Manager, HR Operations. CPA Alberta has offices in Edmonton and Calgary and provides hybrid Telecommuting opportunities (working from home a maximum of 3 days a week). Further information on the benefits of working with CPA Alberta can be found on our website .

Post-secondary degree (BA, HR), diploma, or post graduate certificate in human resources management ~3 - 5 years of progressive experience in the field of human resources ~ Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel ~ Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint,



and Teams ~ Diplomatic and professional in working and building relationships with internal and external parties ~ Complete salary recommendations ensuring internal equity and communicate offers of employment. Manage the short- and long-term disability processes, working with a third-party absence management provider when necessary.

Performance

Management and Coaching Work with managers to resolve employee performance issues, providing guidance regarding the discipline process if applicable. Ensure compliance with all federal and provincial legislation, regulations, and standards. Communicate to internal stakeholders regarding Human Resources policies procedures, laws, standards, and regulations.

Compile HR reports and data including employee and workforce performance, attendance, and development to provide quantitative assessment and visualization for use in data-based decision making. Develop, distribute, and interpret various employee surveys to evaluate HR and organizational programs. Projects/Initiatives ~ Assist the Manager, HR Operations in the implementation of various HR and/or CPA Alberta-related projects.

CPA Alberta is the qualified regulatory organization representing Alberta’s more than 30,000 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs). CPA Alberta’s legislated mandate is to protect the interest of the public, protect the integrity of the profession, promote and increase the competence of Alberta CPAs, and regulate the conduct of Alberta CPAs. Planning & Organizing Some travel may be required.

Occasional work outside of regular working hours may be required. In its commitment to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce, CPA Alberta welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We encourage members of equity groups (women, Black, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+);

📌 Temporary Full-Time Human Resources Specialist (Edmonton)
🏢 CPA Alberta
📍 Edmonton