People & Culture Associate

Cristo Rey Orlando High School•Orlando, FL

4d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Cristo Rey Orlando High School is seeking a mission-driven People & Culture Associate who will support the school’s vision by helping maintain strong, people-centered systems across human resources and operations. This role plays an important part in supporting employees, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a positive and organized workplace environment. Reporting to the Human Resources & Accounting Manager and working closely with the Vice President of Finance & Operations, this position combines HR support, basic accounting functions, and culture-building initiatives. It is ideal for someone who enjoys both administrative work and contributing to a collaborative, mission-driven team.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience
1–3 years of experience in administrative, HR support, accounting support, or operations roles
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and follow through independently
Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and support across functions
Alignment with the mission and values of Cristo Rey Orlando High School

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting HR processes such as onboarding, employee records, or benefits administration
Experience with basic accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, or data entry
Familiarity with HRIS, payroll, or accounting systems (e.g., BambooHR, QuickBooks, or similar)
Experience working in a school, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Interest in culture-building, employee engagement, or people-focused initiatives

Responsibilities

Support employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee record maintenance
Assist with background checks, onboarding paperwork, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records within HR systems
Support benefits administration and employee communications
Assist with time-off tracking, personnel documentation, and general HR reporting
Serve as a welcoming and helpful point of contact for employee questions and support
Help manage and monitor the HR shared inbox, ensuring timely, professional, and confidential responses to employee inquiries
Support initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture and employee engagement
Assist with planning staff events, celebrations, and recognition efforts
Help foster a collaborative, mission-driven environment aligned with the values of Cristo Rey
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice tracking, payment support, and follow-up
Support vendor management processes, including maintaining accurate vendor records, collecting W-9 forms, and gathering ACH/payment information
Communicate with vendors as needed to request documentation, confirm details, and support timely and accurate payments
Help manage and monitor the accounting shared inbox, ensuring timely responses, organization, and appropriate follow-up on inquiries
Support tuition billing follow-up and general financial recordkeeping
Maintain organized documentation for financial and operational processes
Assist with data entry, reconciliations, and administrative support for finance functions
Provide cross-functional support to the HR & Accounting Manager and VP of Finance & Operations
Help maintain organized systems, files, and documentation across departments
Support special projects and day-to-day operational needs as they arise
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the Human Resources & Accounting Manager