Human Resources Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

We are a growing public accounting firm (top 25 in Virginia, as measured by the number of CPAs on staff) with a great reputation in the business community, diversified practice and a high-tech work environment. We have received the ‘Best Places to Work’ designation from both Virginia Business magazine and Accounting Today and have been named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post. We are an independent alliance member of BDO national accounting firm.

KWC specializes in providing tax, audit, accounting and business advisory services for privately held businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, nonprofit organizations, and employee benefit plans. Our diverse client base includes industries such as professional service firms, government contractors, nonprofits, real estate, construction and specialty contractors, and healthcare providers.

Why KWC?

KWC offers a competitive compensation package with benefits that include health, dental and vision coverage, 15 days of PTO to start, 12 paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with 3% contribution each year, and company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance. Other benefits include free parking, flexible summer hours, with some ability to work remotely. Meals and snacks are offered during the tax busy season. “Dress for your day” is the business casual attire chosen by staff, based on the daily schedule. Flexible work schedule is also available year round.

Job Title: Human Resources Coordinator

Reports To: Human Resources Generalist

Department: Human Resources

Classification: Exempt

Position Overview:

KWC is seeking a highly organized and motivated Human Resources Coordinator to join our growing team at a leading CPA firm. This role will play a key part in supporting full-cycle recruiting efforts with a primary focus on campus recruiting initiatives, internship program management, and full-time hiring. In addition, this position will partner closely with the HR Generalist to support internal employee engagement and professional development programming. This role requires the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced, detailed-driven environment. You’ll report directly to the Human Resources Generalist and work primarily in our Alexandria VA office, with travel to college campuses at least four to five times a year.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in Human Resources within a dynamic, professional services environment. Please note that remote candidates will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting & Talent Pipeline Support

• Serve as the primary coordinator and lead recruiting programs, including KWC’s tax season and summer internship and entry- to mid-level talent acquisition.
• Build and maintain relationships with college/university career centers, faculty, and student organizations.
• Represent the firm at campus events such as career fairs, information sessions, and networking events.
• Coordinate interview schedules, candidate communications, and recruiting logistics.
• Follow up with hiring managers, interview teams, and candidates to ensure timely completion of recruiting activities and action items.
• Track recruiting metrics and provide insights on pipeline health and hiring outcomes.
• Maintain accurate recruiting and employee records within HR systems.

Internship Program Management

• Coordinate the planning and execution of the firm’s internship programs (tax season and summer).
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and training schedules for interns.
• Partner with business leaders to ensure a meaningful and structured intern experience.
• Organize engagement activities, feedback sessions, and program evaluations for interns.

Human Resources Suppor t

• Prepare and distribute recruiting activity reports and weekly status updates, including candidate pipeline, interview progress, internship program updates, and open requisition status.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take meeting minutes, and track action items for Recruiting Committee meetings and other HR-related meetings as needed.
• Assist HR Generalist with onboarding logistics for new hires.
• Assist with additional HR projects and operational priorities as assigned.

Human Resources Programs & Employee Engagement

• Partner with the HR Generalist to support internal HR programming and initiatives.
• Assist in planning and executing employee events such as lunch & learns, benefits education sessions, and professional development workshops for employees.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, campus relations, or administrative support (professional services experience a plus).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage concurrent recruiting(and HR) processes, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment (i.e.coordinating interviews, events, and reporting simultaneously)
• Demonstrated ability to generate accurate and professional reports using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including organizing data, summarizing key insights, and ensuring high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with experience in ADP a plus.
• Ability to represent the firm professionally in both in-person and virtual settings.
• Experience with ADP and applicant tracking systems (ATS) is a plus.
• Ability to travel to college campuses and recruiting events approximately four to five times annually.

Other Skills / Abilities:

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with executives and team members across the organization.
• Excellent analytical, oral/written communication, and critical thinking skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and in short turnaround situations.
• Exceptional attention to detail; finishing projects timely and independently with minimal error.
• Strong organizational, follow-up, and project coordination skills.

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.