Oak Accounting LLC – Senior HR Consulting Services: Senior HR Support for Small & Growing Businesses
Building HR infrastructure can feel overwhelming, especially for small businesses without dedicated HR support. Most small businesses do not need a full-time HR person, but they do need the right HR support at the right time.
Our HR Consulting services at Oak Accounting LLC are designed to be practical,flexible, and scalable, giving you the level of HR support that fits your business today. You can choose from monthly HR packages, à la carte services, or hourly HR consulting support depending on your business’ needs. Please see below for additional details.
Monthly HR Packages
1. Essential HR Foundations (Basic Package)
Cost: $1,000 per month
Best for: Companies with 5–15 employees that need HR basics in place.
Included Services:
Compliance & Infrastructure -
Updates and maintenance to Employee Handbook (creation of Employee Handbook is a one-time separate fee of $2,250)
Required federal & state compliance policies
Up to 5 job descriptions for existing roles
HR compliance audit (light)
Hiring & Onboarding -
Offer letter templates
New hire onboarding checklist
HR Support -
Ad hoc HR guidance (can be via email, phone, Zoom/video call or in person)
Manager guidance for basic employee issues
Paid time off framework & tracking guidance
Outcome: A compliant HR foundation and a trusted HR point of contact for the employees of your company.
2. People Operations & Manager Support (Standard Package)
Cost: $1,900
Best for: Growing teams (10–25 employees) managing performance and people challenges.
Included Services (Everything in Essential Package, plus):
Employee Relations & Manager Coaching -
Ongoing ER advisory support
Performance documentation guidance
Termination & exit strategy support (non-complex cases)
Performance & Talent -
Performance review process design
Goal-setting framework
Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) support
Hiring & Onboarding -
Support with recruiting efforts
Interview guidance and coordination
Help with offer package
Initial onboarding of new employee
Compensation Basics -
Compensation benchmarking for key roles
Pay increase & promotion guidance
Outcome: Managers feel supported and employee issues are handled properly and confidentially.
3. Strategic HR Business Partner (Advanced)
Cost: $3,300
Best for: Scaling organizations (20–30+ employees) seeking senior HR leadership.
Included Services (Everything in Standard Package, plus):
Strategic HR Leadership -
Quarterly people strategy sessions
Organization design & workforce planning
Leadership advisory & executive coaching
Advanced Employee Relations -
Complex ER cases & investigations (Please note that this could vary by complexity and scope of case and may also include the use of an Ethics & Compliance Lawyer which will be an additional cost)
Risk mitigation for sensitive decisions
Culture, Engagement & Retention -
Annual People Survey + action plans
Culture & values development
Retention & manager effectiveness strategies
Outcome: Senior HR leadership and strategic guidance without the cost of a full-time HR Business Partner.
Build-Your-Own HR Support (Custom Monthly Package)
Cost: TBD - Pricing is determined based on the services selected, scope of work, and anticipated level of ongoing support.
Best for: Organizations that want targeted HR support tailored to specific needs or initiatives.
Select from the HR services offered under the à la carte section that you need and we will work with you based on your priorities, company size, and goals. Pricing is customized based on scope and complexity, with a clear proposal and pricing provided upfront.
À La Carte HR Services
All services are customized to your company size, state requirements, and business needs. Please find below the different HR services offered by category and select as many or as little services from the category/categories that you require for your company’s needs.
Compliance & HR Infrastructure Services
Employee Handbook: $2,250 (could vary depending on complexity)
Creation of handbook, including required compliance policies
Review and distribution
HR Compliance Audit: $1,500 – $3,000 (depending on scope)
Review of current policies, practices and documentation
Identification of compliance gaps and risk areas
Written recommendations
Policy Development (Per Policy): $500 – $1,200 (dependent on policy)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Remote Work
Performance Management
Discipline
Leave Policies
Recruiting Services (Hiring & Onboarding)
Hiring Process Design: $1,500 – $3,000 (depending on level of complexity)
Job description templates
Sourcing candidates
Support and schedule interview structure & provide guidance
Offer process guidance
Initial onboarding support for new employee
Job Description Templates only: $300 – $600 per role
Offer Letter & Hiring Templates only: $500 – $1,000
Performance & Talent Management Services
Performance Review Process Design: $1,500 – $3,500
Create performance management framework and guidance
Create manager review templates
Training guide for managers
Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Support: $750 – $1,500 per case
PIP drafting
Provide documentation guidance
Provide manager coaching on how to give critical employee feedback
Career Pathing & Role Frameworks: $2,000 – $4,000
Create career progression mapping
Provide role expectations guidance
Create promotion criteria
Employee Relations & Manager Support Services
Employee Relations Advisory (Ad Hoc): $200 – $250 per hour
Performance issues
Behavior concerns
Manager coaching
Documentation review
Workplace Investigations: $2,500 – $6,000
Intake & interviews
Findings summary
Risk mitigation guidance
Please note that price varies by complexity and scope and may also include the use of an Ethics & Compliance Lawyer
Termination & Exit Strategy Support: $500 – $1,500 per case
Risk assessment of employee being exited
Draft termination script on how the exit will go / conduct exit with manager
Documentation review to ensure compliance before employee is exited
Compensation & Rewards Services
Compensation Benchmarking: $1,500 – $3,000
Market analysis of roles
Pay range recommendations
Internal equity review
Pay Increase & Bonus Framework: $1,000 – $2,500
Provide merit increase guidance
Help with promotion and bonus structure
Provide support and coaching to managers communicating promotion, comp, bonus, etc., to respective employee
Culture, Engagement & Strategy Services
Employee Engagement Survey & Action Plan: $2,000
Create annual people survey and confirm questions asked with leadership
Provide results analysis
Meet with leadership for readout and action plans as necessary based on results
Peer and Upward Feedback Surveys: $750 - $1,000
Create feedback surveys where employees provide peer and upward feedback to one another
Review feedback and debrief with receiving employee, honoring confidentiality
Culture & Values Development: $2,000 – $4,500
Values definition workshops
Behavioral expectations
Organization Design & Workforce Planning: $2,500 – $5,000
Org structure review
Role clarity
Growth planning
Advisory & Leadership Support Services
HR Strategy Session (90-Min Executive Session): $500 - $750
People strategy
Risk mitigation
Leadership Q&A
Manager Training Workshop: $1,500 – $2,500
Host manager workshop (can be virtual or in person)
How to manage underperformance
Handling difficult conversations
Legal basics for managers
Organization Design & Workforce Planning: $2,500 – $5,000
Org structure review
Role clarity
Growth planning
Hourly HR Consulting Support
Best for: Organizations that need occasional HR guidance or limited ongoing support without a monthly package or à la carte services.
For companies that do not require a full monthly HR package or a defined project, we offer hourly HR consulting support. This option provides access to senior HR expertise for targeted questions, advice, and short-term support as needs arise. This option is ideal for limited, short-term, or advisory support without a monthly commitment.
Hourly support is ideal for addressing specific HR situations, reviewing documentation, coaching managers, or providing guidance on day-to-day employee matters without a long-term commitment.
Hourly Rate: $125 – $225 per hour (Final rate depends on scope, complexity, and frequency of support.)
How It Works:
Hours are tracked and billed monthly
Engagements typically begin with a minimum number of hours per month
Support is provided via email, phone, virtual or in-person meetings
More complex or specialized work may be scoped separately
Ideal for:
Small companies needing periodic HR advice
Leaders who want a trusted HR sounding board
Companies exploring HR support before moving into a monthly package or purchasing à la carte HR Services
Not Sure Where to Start?
Many clients may want to begin with an à la carte service or hourly HR consulting support on specific HR services and later move into a monthly package. À La Carte services or hourly HR support are designed for companies who need targeted HR services without a long-term commitment. If you find yourself needing more than one HR service, our monthly packages are often more cost-effective.
If you choose to transition into a package within 60 days, a portion of your à la carte investment can be credited toward your monthly engagement.
We are happy to do a one-time complimentary HR consulting session with you to better understand your business’ needs. Let’s build the HR support that fits your business today and as your organization continues to grow!