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JOB DESCRIPTIONTitle: HR & Business Operations SpecialistLocation: Remote (India-based preferred) | U.S. CST Hours Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of HR & Business Operations ABOUT USSTEPS Talent is a high-growth U.S.-based staffing and talent solutions firm. We specialize in precision recruiting, elite delivery, and AI-integrated hiring solutions. Our mission is to scale mission-critical organizations with clarity, integrity, and speed.We operate with a deep commitment to our core values:Integrity – We operate in truth, transparency, and alignment.Precision – We execute with focus and eliminate waste.Execution – We close loops, deliver outcomes, and drive results.Adaptability – We move with speed, flexibility, and continuous evolution.We serve Fortune 500 clients, government agencies, and growth-stage firms across the U.S.ROLE SUMMARYWe’re hiring a highly detail-oriented and technically skilled HR & Business Operations Specialist to support our internal operations team. You’ll work directly with our Director of HR & Business Operations to manage core workflows across onboarding, payroll, timesheet tracking, invoicing, bookkeeping, and compliance reporting.This role is best suited for someone experienced in HR and finance operations, with strong Excel and QuickBooks skills, and the discipline to thrive in a remote U.S.-aligned environment.RESPONSIBILITIESHR & Compliance:Coordinate onboarding for consultants and internal staffTrack and manage employee documentation, leaves, and availabilityMaintain audit-ready records across compliance, insurance, and policiesAssist with internal training updates and documentation rolloutsPayroll & Timekeeping:Collect and validate consultant timesheets weeklyMaintain accuracy in hours and ensure on-time payroll inputsTrack bonuses, commissions, and monthly earnings documentationMaintain logs for audits and insurance recordsFinance & Bookkeeping:Prepare and send client invoices (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)Track accounts receivable and follow up on paymentsPerform daily QuickBooks entries (AR/AP, reconciliations)Maintain expense records and categorize transactionsOperational Reporting:Build and maintain Excel dashboards (consultant hours, onboarding, revenue snapshots)Assist in preparing clean data exports for PowerBI financial dashboardsSupport weekly operations reviews with clear summaries and insightsExpanded Responsibilities:Assist with internal hiring (job posting, scheduling, follow-up)Research Indian tax, employment, and business compliance (as needed)Support internal employee engagement, training tracking, and survey coordinationContribute to process improvements, documentation updates, and cross-functional supportProvide additional support to the leadership team as requestedQUALIFICATIONSRequired:3+ years in HR, operations, payroll, or finance executionAdvanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, formulas, vlookup, data modeling)QuickBooks experience (or similar accounting software)Excellent English communication (verbal & written)Proactive, organized, and accountable with sensitive dataPreferred:Familiarity with Indian employment law and local labor/tax regulationsExposure to PowerBI or interest in learningExperience supporting U.S.-based teams remotelyBackground in staffing, professional services, or consulting operationsWORKING CONDITIONSFully remoteIndia-based preferredRequired work hours: U.S. Central Time (CST), Monday–Friday