Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Compensation: $45.00–$55.00/hr. (DOE) + year‑end bonus + incentive structure + OT eligibility

* No agency or recruiter submissions – direct applicants only*

Excellent opportunity to be part of an independent, successful, family‑oriented Professional Services Firm that provides a healthy work/life balance, flexibility, and career growth. We have been named a Top Workplace by Hearst Media Group! With offices in Ridgefield and New Canaan CT, Reynolds + Rowella provides accounting and advisory services to individuals and businesses. We’re proud to be one of the few independent regional accounting firms in Fairfield County—offering the expertise and reach of a large firm with the personal touch of a close‑knit team, where quality always comes before quantity.

We’re built on culture, powered by our people, and driven by purpose. We have been named a Top Workplace by Hearst Media Group multiple years, recognized in Accounting Today as a Top Firm in New England, Inside Public Accounting Top 400 Firms, and Best Accounting Award!

• Healthy Work/Life Balance – Hybrid Work Schedules
• Rewarding Working Culture – team building and volunteer events, employee‑led committees
• Coaching/Mentorship Programs for our staff
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Strong Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary/Company Paid Life Insurance, short/long‑term disability insurance, Medical FSA and Dependent Care
• Generous PTO Program + Paid Holiday Schedule
• Reimbursement for Career Development including passed exams, certifications, approved training programs
• Summer Flex Time/Hours – off Fridays
• Dress for your day policy

The Senior HR Business Partner serves as a strategic HR advisor to both internal leadership at Reynolds + Rowella and a diverse portfolio of external clients. Internally, this role delivers high‑level guidance on HR strategy, compliance, organizational development, and talent management. The Senior HR Generalist also partners with our clients to build effective people practices, mitigate risk, enhance employee experience, and support long‑term business objectives.

The role will be located on site at our main office in Ridgefield 3 days a week, with 2 days remote.

• Act as a trusted HR consultant for multiple clients, providing strategic guidance on employee relations, workforce planning, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Conduct client HR assessments to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities, and develop tailored recommendations and implementation plans.
• Advise clients on complex employment law and compliance matters, helping them mitigate risk and maintain effective HR frameworks.
• Partner with client leadership teams to develop HR strategies that support organizational objectives, culture, and growth.
• Provide high‑level oversight of client HR operations, including benefits, payroll, and HRIS functionality—ensuring accuracy and compliance while delegating execution to appropriate support staff or client resources.
• Lead and advise on sensitive employee relations issues, investigations, performance management interventions, and conflict resolution for clients.
• Support clients through organizational changes such as restructuring, role redesign, and policy updates.
• Develop and deliver HR‑related training for client managers and teams, including leadership skills, compliance topics, and HR fundamentals.
• Build strong, long‑term relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and identifying opportunities for expanded HR partnership.
• Manage multiple client priorities effectively while maintaining a high level of service and professionalism.

• Provide senior‑level guidance on internal employee relations matters, including investigations, coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management strategies for managers and staff.
• Lead or support firm‑wide training initiatives, including leadership development, professional skills programs, compliance training, and new manager development.
• Oversee HR policy development and continuous improvement, ensuring firm policies are current, compliant, and aligned with evolving business needs and best…