HR & Payroll Consultant
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 2d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 38d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-09-03). Last seen at its source just now.
We have tracked this listing since 5 Oct 2026 (5 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently just now.
Is it remote?
Remote
That is the location the employer filed this posting under. Quoted as written — we do not re-word the source's own location.
Who may apply?
Not stated
The description states no restriction of its own. This is the source's own tag.
Pay
$30–50/hr
Read out of the job description by us, not from a structured field. Shown in the posting's own currency and period; we never convert.
Skills named in the ad
Recognised terms only, from a fixed vocabulary — this is what CV matching compares against.
Carried by 1 source
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Ashby employer's own board first seen 5d ago · last seen just now
The listing
Position Details
Location: Remote (FL, CO, IL, MA, NH, RI, ME, CT, GA, SC, NC, TX)
Type: Contract / Fractional, Client-Facing
Work Model: Remote-first (Work from Where it Makes Sense – WfWiMS)
Compensation: $30-$50/hr
Who We Are
livingHR is the remote-first, professional services "work agency" created to make work better. We partner with organizations to deliver human-centric, future-of-work-ready HR-managed services, professional services, and products. We believe in taking exceptional care of our people so they can deliver exceptional outcomes for clients, partners, and communities.
What You'll Do
Own and operate human resources and payroll across industries and company sizes. In addition to providing HR and payroll support, this role will lead HRIS and Payroll implementations for our clients. This is a hands-on role for someone who has run payroll and HR technology in-house, not just implemented it for others. You'll be one of the internal experts on our clients' HR tech stack using systems such as HiBob, Dayforce, Rippling, UKG, Paylocity, Workday, and/or ADP, keeping platforms configured, integrated, compliant, and optimized.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Payroll Operations
Own end-to-end payroll processing, accuracy, and compliance across all applicable states
Manage payroll calendar, tax filings, garnishments, and off-cycle runs
Serve as the point of escalation for payroll discrepancies and audits
HRIS/Payroll System Implementations
Administer and maintain the core HRIS platform (e.g., HiBob, Dayforce, Rippling), including workflows, permissions, and data integrity
Manage system integrations across HRIS, performance, payroll, benefits, and other downstream tools
Implementation & Optimization
Lead configurations for clients implementing new payroll and HCM systems to include leading change management, new module rollouts, and system upgrades
Build and maintain automated workflows to reduce manual HR admin
Partner with People team leaders to translate process needs into system design
Data & Compliance
Own HR data integrity, reporting, and audit readiness across systems
Ensure payroll and HRIS practices meet federal, state, and local compliance requirements
Deliver dashboards and reporting that support workforce planning and OKRs
People Operations & Core HR
Optimize HR processes, policies, and systems for efficiency and compliance.
Implement core HR practices: onboarding, employee relations, policy development.
Advise on federal, state, and local employment law compliance.
What We Are Looking For
Core Competencies
Generalist across livingHR's focus areas (tech, payroll, innovation, people analytics, operations, people and culture), with strong data storytelling skills.
Client and project management; owns relationships, deadlines, and delivery end to end.
Facilitation; leads implementation workshops and stakeholder sessions with confidence.
Innovation mindset; finds ways to scale work and improve processes.
Experience & Qualifications
5+ years running payroll and HRIS/HCM systems
HR Generalist or HRBP background with broad exposure across the employee lifecycle
Experience working directly with clients in consulting, professional services, PEOs, or agencies
Hands-on administrator experience with a core HRIS and Payroll platform (e.g., HiBob, Dayforce, and/or Rippling, etc.) required
Deep knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance, tax, and wage/hour requirements
Strong systems thinking with the ability to troubleshoot integrations independently
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and advisory skills
Comfort operating in a lean, fast-scaling environment with high ownership expectations
What You Can Expect
livingHR engages contract consultants on a project-by-project basis. Engagement timing, scope, and duration vary based on client needs. Consultants may be considered for multiple Full-time or part-time opportunities over time as part of our long-term talent community.