Issue
A not-for-profit charter school faced operational challenges due to an inadequate payroll and HR provider. They struggled with hiring, managing staff, and accurate time tracking for budgeting and grants. During a leadership transition, frustrations grew as the provider failed to meet their needs. With no other options, the school made a bold, risky decision to switch providers mid-implementation.
Solution
CBIZ stepped in with Centrally HR, an all-in-one solution designed to streamline and engage the workforce. The implementation encompassed the following features and benefits:
- Centralized Employee Management: Consolidated payroll, tax, timekeeping, human resources, and compliance-related documentation in one system to maintain seamless operations.
- Intuitive Interface: A user-friendly dashboard for quick data access and reporting.
- Document and Certification Management: Enabled secure storage, tracking, and updating of external documents like certifications.
- Mobile Access: Allowed administrators and employees to efficiently handle tasks from any device.
- Experienced, Dedicated Support: A specialized team, including an implementation manager with expertise in not-for-profit charter schools, guided the school through the transition and assisted with leadership changes.
- Expedited File Transition: Streamlined document collection and onboarding, minimizing delays in the system transition.
Outcome
With Centrally HR’s support and CBIZ’s expertise, the charter school smoothly transitioned HR systems during a challenging leadership change. Administrative processes were automated, freeing leaders to focus on strategic priorities. The school achieved a more efficient, compliant, and streamlined HR operation, enhancing its community impact.
| Company Information | |
|---|---|
| Industry | Education |
| Entity Type | Not-for-Profit |
| Ownership Structure | Public |
| Geographic Footprint | New York City |
| Number of Employees | 150+ |
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