Seasonal HRIS Specialist

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tax filing services

Training & development

Employee discounts

Wellness resources

Job summary

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. is seeking a Remote Onboarding Specialist for a full-time seasonal role (Oct 5, 2026 – Jan 30, 2027). You will collect, audit, and finalize onboarding paperwork, ensuring accuracy and compliance across HRIS systems.

The role requires handling confidential data and collaborating with Payroll, Benefits, and leadership in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in onboarding/HRIS, proficiency with HRIS tools (UKG preferred), strong Excel skills,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HRIS or Onboarding experience
• Experience using HRIS systems
• UKG experience preferred but not required
• Proactive team player with strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask
• Experience handling confidential employee information
• Ability to work across multiple systems simultaneously
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
• Capable of navigating in unstructured environments

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and review onboarding paperwork for accuracy and completeness
• Audit background checks, I-9, and E-Verify documentation
• Maintain status reports and provide updates to HR and leadership
• Flag delays in onboarding and follow up with managers
• Coordinate with Payroll, Benefits, and management as needed
• Follow-up to expedite and streamline employee experience at JH
• Ensure records compliance through file audits
• Train leaders on HRIS and onboarding processes

Skills

HRIS onboarding

HRIS experience

UKG experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Excel

Fast-paced environment

Multitasking

Confidentiality

System navigation

Tools

UKG

MS Excel

Job description

Benefits:

• Free tax filing services
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Wellness resources

This is a full-time seasonal role with anticipated duration of approximately October 5, 2026 – January 30, 2027. Some weekly overtime is available once trained. Days and hours are typically Sunday - Thursday from 10AM - 6:30PM EST. Hours and days are flexible and can be discussed during interview process.

What you'll do here:

• Collect, organize, and review all new hire onboarding paperwork in electronic format for accuracy and completeness.
• Track and perform audits and reviews for background checks, I-9, and E‑Verify documentation for validity.
• Maintain and update various status reports and regularly provide status updates for HR and retail leadership.
• Flag issues related to delayed onboarding and follows-up to ensure employees and managers are notified.
• Communicate and collaborate with appropriate support personnel as needed, such as Payroll, Benefits, and management.
• Willingness to follow-up, ability to multi-task, and desire to help to expedite and streamline the employee experience at JH.
• Ensure new hire employee records are compliant by conducting file audits.
• Train leaders on how to utilize the HRIS and onboarding paperwork.

Skills you'll bring for success:

• 3+ years of HRIS or Onboarding experience
• Experience using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
• Experience using UKG preferred, but not required
• Proactive team player with solid organizational skills
• Successful track record of meeting deadlines with exemplary work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, communicates frequently, and is a master of attention to detail
• Ability to work in various systems simultaneously
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
• Must be able to effectively handle highly sensitive and confidential employee matters at all times
• Capability to work in an unstructured, sometimes ambiguous environment due to governance and operating model

What you'll get if you join us:

• Teladoc (Unlimited Teladoc sessions, $18 per month to seasonal employees)
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discount program
• Free tax preparation training
• Free tax filing services for all JH employees
• Discounted Friends and Family tax return (terms apply)
• Medical Low Plan with Company HSA Match (eligible to participate after working 1,500 hours annually)
• Along with the above perks, you will have the opportunity to expand your skill set with professional development and continuous training!

This is a remote position.