Competitive pay overshadowed by corporate culture - Staff Accountant I Honkamp Employee Review

Good people, has good employee development

Busy season can be stressful

Honkamp offers several benefits that make working there appealing. The company allows for 1-2 days of work from home, as approved after six months of employment. They also offer flexible scheduling, allowing employees to take time off as needed for appointments and other personal matters, with requirement to make up the time or take PTO. During the summer, employees can enjoy half-day Fridays. The company fosters a collaborative environment using Teams, encouraging teamwork and communication. Additionally, Honkamp provides a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance, a 401k match, gift card drawings, and a client patronage program.

Recently, the company began enforcing a return-to-office policy, allowing for 1-2 days of continued remote work. However, this policy has not been enforced uniformly. Some staff who live less than 10 minutes from an office are still allowed to work remotely full time, while others who live 40+ minutes away are required to follow the policy as written. Conversations with employees requesting to work more time remotely seemingly are not even entertained by the CEO. This change is what ultimately pushed me to leave. This decision was made easier by the significant culture shift Honkamp has undergone in the last couple of years. What once felt like a close-knit family environment has increasingly taken on a more corporate, impersonal atmosphere. While some sections and longer tenured staff still maintain that familial spirit, the overall vibe has changed. I was initially hired by the current CEO, who, even though we made eye contact on my final day, didn’t acknowledge me or the finality. Such an experience would never have happened under the previous leadership, where personal connections were valued. Furthermore, HR couldn’t be bothered to make sure someone was physically in the office to take my key fob as the email communication directed. This experience has confirmed to me that I made the right decision in leaving as they continue to purchase smaller firms and grow more into a corporate powerhouse, leaving the familial vibes firmly in the past.