Contract Services
Need extra hands or short/long-term help during a transition or leave?
Our expert Contractors are here to save the day!
Looking for a Contractor to Fill a Gap?
Contract Services are a perfect fit when your workload exceeds your capacity. Drawing upon their experience and expertise, contractors can provide specialized short or long-term support without adding headcount. Think of Contract Services for:
- Extra hands to complete a big project
- Filling a gap during a transition
- Temporary replacement for a team member who is out on a leave of absence
Regardless of whether you need help for a few weeks or a few months, Clark Schaefer Strategic HR’s Contract Consultants can lighten your workload and alleviate your stress by filling your gap. We’re there when you need us; gone when you don’t!
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How Can Our HR Contractors Help You?
An HR or recruiting professional placed on an interim basis by Clark Schaefer Strategic HR allows your HR and recruitment projects and daily responsibilities to continue with minimal disruption. We have professionals who can function at every level and in every area of HR to meet your specific short or long-term needs.
A Contract HR professional can work on-site or remotely to take on the role of one of your HR employees, manage a specific project, handle your recruitment needs, or help transition your employees into their new roles without any additional stress.
Some Contract HR Roles:
- Contract Recruiter
- Interim HR Manager / Director
- Contract HR Generalist
- HR Project Specialist
- Onboarding Coordinator
Our Contract HR Services provide the expert support that you need for a few weeks or months at a time – all without adding headcount. Contact us to see how we can help you today!
Sample Contract HR Projects
Drawing on their extensive experience, our HR Contractors support our clients with projects ranging from managing daily HR activities to leading strategic initiatives when your team needs extra support quickly, without the long-term commitment. Below are just a few examples of how we help our clients.
Recruitment
Writing job descriptions and job ads, sourcing, interviewing, and hiring new employees. Developing and implementing onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
Benefits & Compensation
Managing payroll and benefits administration, assisting with open enrollment, conducting salary benchmark reviews, creating total compensation statements, implementing new payroll systems, and conducting payroll audits.
Handbooks, Policies, & Processes
Creating, reviewing, and augmenting employee handbooks and specific policies.
Employee Relations
Leading independent workplace investigations. Helping employees and managers navigate through difficult situations, leading to positive outcomes.
Recordkeeping & HR Compliance
Conducting I-9 audits, reviewing and organizing employee files, and FMLA administration.
HR Strategy
Analyzing the HR function and identifying gaps, assisting with strategic planning, and reviewing performance management systems.
Sample Contract Accounting Projects
Need expert financial support without a long-term commitment? A contract accounting project delivers solutions for your business, whether it’s preparing a financial statement or reconciling accounts. These short-term goal-driven engagements provide flexibility and precision, helping you meet your deadlines and maintain accuracy when it matters most.
When to Use Contract Accounting Services:
- Busy Season – Stay ahead during peak tax season without overwhelming your team. Our contract accountants step in to manage year-end reconciliations, prepare tax filings and keep your financials accurate and compliant so you can focus on growing your business.
- Merger and Acquisitions – Are you navigating an acquisition? We provide experienced financial professionals to handle due diligence, consolidate statements and support integration planning. Get the expertise you need without adding permanent headcount.
- Temporary Gaps in Staff – Don’t let a vacancy slow you down! From interim controllers to senior accountants, we fill critical roles quickly, maintaining compliance and continuity until your permanent team is back in place.
Examples of Contract Accounting Roles:
- CFO
- VP of Finance
- Controller
- Financial Analyst
- Finance Manager
- Staff Accountant
- Accounting Manager
- Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist
Ready to Strengthen Your Financial Team?
Don’t let busy seasons or staffing gaps slow you down. Partner with us for expert contract accounting solutions that keep your business moving forward.
We Can Lighten Your HR Load in a Pinch!
Here’s what our clients say…
Are You Looking for a New HR Role?
Our HR contractors leverage their expertise providing short or long-term HR support to our clients on projects ranging from managing daily HR or recruiting activities to leading strategic initiatives. Some advantages of being a contractor include:
Flexibility and Autonomy
- Flexible hours working on-site, remote, or hybrid – often leading to better work-life balance.
- Freedom to choose what areas of HR you want to specialize in.
- Gain new experience to increase marketability for future opportunities.
Diverse and Constantly Evolving Opportunities
- Take on roles with a variety of responsibilities and varying levels of difficulty – no two assignments are the same.
- Length of assignments can fluctuate depending on client requirements.
- Contract opportunities can be project-based or can lead to permanent positions.
How to Get Started as an HR Contractor
Start with a self-assessment. Here are some initial questions to consider:
- Which area(s) of HR do you prefer? (Keep in mind that, as a contractor, you will need to be able to step into the role with little or no guidance, so this is the time to identify your HR strengths.)
- What is your availability? (e.g., When can you start? How many hours would you like to work – minimum and maximum?)
- Are you ultimately looking for a permanent role?
- Would you consider a contract-to-permanent role?
- Do you need benefits?
- What is your minimum hourly rate?
- Do you want to learn more? Contact us!
Interested in Becoming an HR Contractor?
We’re Committed to Providing a Great Experience for HR Contractors
Here’s feedback from a recently placed HR Contractor:
“Working with Clark Schaefer Strategic HR takes away the anxiety and pressure of applying for numerous jobs. I enjoy working with them as they specialize in unique and diverse jobs within HR that are not readily available to the general public. They have direct connections with clients, and as a contractor, I get the first opportunity to be presented in front of those clients.
Clark Schaefer Strategic HR works hard to match me with roles that are aligned with my personality and skillsets, and they do a wonderful job communicating and keeping me engaged throughout the entire process.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What are fractional HR services?
Fractional HR provides part-time or as-needed HR support from experienced professionals, ideal for businesses not ready for full-time HR staff.
Do you only offer fractional support for HR roles?
No, we provide interim or fractional staff in all areas including accounting, customer service, project management, IT, and more.
