What’s unique about this position? 4-Day Work Week (4 x 8-hour days each week) Remote/Hybrid position Salary competitive with full-time positions 3 weeks vacation, plus 1 week at Christmas Paid training and professional development RRSP contribution matching Comprehensive benefits Job Summary At McLenehan and Associates CPAs, we believe that a strong, engaged team is the key to delivering outstanding service to our clients. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Director of People and Culture who can help us intentionally scale our team while preserving our values and ensuring a world-class employee experience. McLenehan and Associates CPAs is a progressive firm that actively evaluates and implements forward-thinking strategies to enhance employee experience. Initiatives like our 4-day workweek are just one example of how we go beyond standard human resources practices to prioritize the well-being, satisfaction, and long-term success of our team. In this role, you’ll play a central part in shaping those experiences—helping us build a workplace that is not only efficient but truly exceptional. This senior leadership role will oversee the full people lifecycle—from talent acquisition and onboarding to culture-building, employee development, and engagement. You will help us hire thoughtfully, ensure professional growth opportunities are available and understood, and support a positive, cohesive culture across a hybrid team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Lead end-to-end recruitment, including job posting, applicant screening, proactive outreach, and coordination of interviews through BambooHR. Champion a thoughtful, quality-first hiring process that prioritizes cultural fit and long-term potential. Oversee onboarding using BambooHR and other internal systems to ensure a seamless and supportive start for all new hires. Work with hiring managers to scope upcoming roles and build a proactive talent pipeline. Culture and Employee Engagement Foster a vibrant and inclusive culture aligned with our core values: Profit Minded, Quality Focused, and Value Driven. Design and execute employee engagement initiatives and recognition programs. Utilize Lattice to conduct employee engagement and pulse surveys; analyze feedback and lead action planning in collaboration with firm leadership. Partner with department managers to ensure consistent and timely performance reviews, compensation reviews, and goal-setting conversations. Develop and maintain career path frameworks so employees clearly understand growth opportunities within the firm. Learning, Development and Performance Use Lattice to establish individualized professional development plans tied to career goals and firm needs. Coordinate or facilitate internal training sessions and ensure access to relevant external development opportunities. Provide coaching and support to department managers in delivering effective feedback and driving performance. Human Resources Operations and Strategic Support Serve as the point person for Human Resources processes, tools, and best practices—overseeing BambooHR and ensuring accurate employee records. Ensure policies are current, relevant, and aligned with legal compliance and best practices. Collaborate with the department managers on workforce planning and people-related aspects of strategic planning. Own and evolve the firm’s employer brand, including positioning McLenehan and Associates CPAs as a great place to work. Perform all duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong background in people operations or Human Resources, ideally with 5+ years of progressive responsibility in a strategic Human Resources or People and Culture role. Experience implementing and managing HRIS and performance management systems like BambooHR and Lattice. Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, with strong project management capabilities. Skilled at both big-picture strategy and hands-on execution. Experience and Designation Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field. CPHR designation (or equivalent) preferred but not required. Experience in a small-to-mid-sized, professional services or accounting firm is a strong asset. Demonstrated experience shaping culture and driving people strategy in a fast-paced, growing environment. Position Details Full-time role with a 32-hour, 4-day workweek. Hybrid or fully remote, with occasional on-site collaboration as needed. Compensation includes: Competitive salary RRSP contribution matching 3 weeks vacation, plus firm closure between Christmas and New Year’s Paid professional development Comprehensive benefits McLenehan and Associates Chartered Professional Accountants Core Values Profit Minded - We do work that is profitable and allows our firm to grow Quality Focused - We review each other's projects and make sure we get it right Value Driven - We give great advice to clients which makes us valued partners We believe that everyone deserves a chance to prosper in both their personal and professional lives. But in order to succeed, people need help. We help by teaching small business leaders to run better, more successful companies. If you are profit minded, quality focused, and value driven, then join our team!