Consulting HR/Payroll Specialist

CFO Hub, now part of CRI, provides outsourced CFO, controller, and accounting services for growing enterprises to augment and streamline their operations. By partnering with the CFO Hub team, our clients have access to financial professionals with decades of experience without the need for a full-time staff.

We are dedicated to uniting your professional passions with your individual personal pursuits, creating an empowered workplace for everyone—from interns and admins to staff accountants and future partners. At CRI, #EverybodyCounts.

We are seeking a HR/Payroll Specialist individual to help manage the Human Resources functions for various clients.

This is a part-time position with flexible hours.

Essential Functions

• Assess current HR and payroll processes, identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities for efficiency
• Document procedures, create checklists, and build templates to support continuity
• Process bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule, including hours, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
• Audit payroll inputs and outputs; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Administer benefit deductions, garnishments, wage levies, and retirement plan contributions

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive experience in HR generalist and payroll roles

Hands-on experience processing multi-state payroll end to end

Working knowledge of employment laws and payroll tax regulations

Proficiency with payroll/HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Paylocity, Gusto, Rippling, UKG, or Workday)

Strong Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, reconciliations)

Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion with confidential information

Prior experience in consulting, contract, or interim capacity

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field required

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. CRI will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this position or future positions (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our communities widely acknowledge our commitment to delivering tailored solutions to help ensure client success.

We stand out through our collaborative, client-focused approach, offering personalized services backed by deep industry knowledge. Clients trust CRI as a dedicated partner who understands their unique needs and ensures support at every step. To learn more about the industries we serve, our service offerings, and our family of companies please visit us at www.criadv.com.

The anticipated hiring base hourly rate for this role is: $40-50/hr

Actual compensation is based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to education, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.