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Acuity

Accounting services from bookkeeping to CFOs

Human Resources Senior Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$85.7k - $154.3k
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Broomfield, CO, USA
HybridHybrid role based in Broomfield, Colorado; approximately 1–2 office days per week and business travel as needed.
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
  • Five to seven years of progressive human resources experience, including at least two to three years in a business partner or HR manager role, supporting technology-focused and/or high-growth startup environments.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid model, with two days per week onsite in the Broomfield, Colorado office.
  • Travel for business as needed.
  • Experience coaching, influencing, and partnering with people managers.
  • Proficiency in employee relations, performance management, and human resources program delivery.
  • Proficiency in managing and manipulating human resources data, with experience working with human resources information systems and related technologies.
  • Ability to balance hands-on operational support with program execution.
  • Ability to exercise judgment and sophisticated decision-making.
  • Strong organization and project management skills.
Responsibilities
  • Partner with the HR Strategic Advisor (Director) to align and execute talent strategies and organizational design initiatives within assigned corporate functions.
  • Partner with and coach leaders across human resources programs and processes, including performance management, associate relations, organizational design and effectiveness, and career development.
  • Support day-to-day human resources needs, including onboarding, employee engagement, and handling sensitive employee situations.
  • Ensure consistent implementation of human resources policies, programs, and processes across assigned business functions.
  • Deliver and adapt enterprise human resources programs, including performance management, compensation cycles, career development, talent reviews, and learning and development, to corporate business functions.
  • Support the HR Strategic Advisor (Director) in partnering on business strategy and translating and executing it within the business.
  • Connect managers with Human Resources Centers of Excellence, including Talent, Total Rewards, Associate Relations/Labor Relations, HR Operations, and Benefits, ensuring programs are consistent and locally relevant.
  • Provide actionable feedback to Human Resources Centers of Excellence on programs and policies, partnering with business leaders and HR business partners to drive continuous improvement.
  • Maintain accurate human resources data and ensure processes are executed consistently to meet business and human resources objectives.
  • Provide guidance on organizational changes, role design, and workforce planning.
  • Lead and participate in strategic talent initiatives in alignment with Strategic Advisors and broader human resources strategy.
  • Lead and/or leverage a consistent reporting cadence and use data analysis to understand business trends or themes.
  • Champion Acuity’s culture and values and ensure managers embed them in daily leadership practices.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
  • A human resources certification is preferred, such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or GPHR.

About the company

Acuity provides accounting services designed for high-growth startups, offering everything from virtual bookkeeping to fractional CFOs. It combines highly certified people, proven processes, and world-class accounting technologies to manage a company’s books and financial reporting. Clients access a range of services tailored to their needs, from day-to-day bookkeeping to strategic financial guidance, all supported by standardized workflows and advanced software. This makes Acuity different from competitors by focusing specifically on startups and growth-stage businesses, delivering a full spectrum of accounting functions under one roof and emphasizing scalable processes and tech. The goal is to let startups concentrate on building their business while Acuity handles their financial operations and helps them scale efficiently.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.5M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acuity's June 2026 blog and services pages show active client acquisition and content velocity.
  • Sorren backing expands tax depth, niche expertise, and cross-firm resources for complex clients.
  • Serving 1,000-plus companies proves repeatable demand across startups, ecommerce, SaaS, and creative agencies.

What critics are saying

  • Kenji Kuramoto left for Basis in April 2026, weakening Acuity's founder-led brand.
  • Acuity's 2025 Sorren merger and rebrand can confuse clients and erode loyalty.
  • Basis's $100 million AI push threatens CAS firms by automating accounting workflows.

What makes Acuity unique

  • Acuity, powered by Sorren, combines bookkeeping, tax, controller, and fractional CFO services.
  • Dedicated humans plus cloud tools like QuickBooks, Xero, Gusto, and BILL reduce friction.
  • No-contract, transparent pricing and Slack access fit startups needing flexible finance support.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Gym Membership

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-3%
Associated Press
Oct 1st, 2026
Acuity reports $4.6B full-year sales, up 7%, with adjusted diluted EPS rising 11% to $19.90

Acuity Inc. reported fiscal fourth-quarter 2026 net sales of $1.2 billion, up 3% year-over-year, and full-year sales of $4.6 billion, up 7%. The industrial technology company posted diluted earnings per share of $5.63 for the quarter, up 56%, and $17.05 for the full year, up 36%. Adjusted diluted EPS reached $5.77 in Q4, an 11% increase, and $19.90 for the full year, also up 11%. The company generated $826 million in cash flow from operations during fiscal 2026. During the quarter, Acuity received $44.9 million in tariff refunds and incurred $17.8 million in special charges related to product portfolio and supply chain initiatives. The company repaid $200 million of its term loan, increased its dividend by 18%, and repurchased over 940,000 shares for $287.2 million.

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