Human Interest + Auris Payroll Integration
Connect payroll and retirement-plan administration with an automated integration designed to keep employee contribution information, census records, and payroll deductions seamlessly organized between Auris and Human Interest.
Does Auris integrate with Human Interest?
Yes. Human Interest maintains an official, automated payroll integration with Auris. The integration synchronizes employee census data, determines 401(k) eligibility, automates paycheck deferral deductions on every Auris pay run, and transmits finalized contribution records directly to Human Interest for plan recordkeeping without manual file uploads or spreadsheets.
What Is Human Interest?
Human Interest is a modern, full-service 401(k) and 403(b) retirement plan provider built specifically to make retirement benefits affordable and accessible for small and medium-sized employers. Recognized as a leading 401(k) software provider, Human Interest combines digital onboarding, automated administration, and investment management with end-to-end plan compliance.
Automated Plan Administration
Automates participant onboarding, annual compliance testing, Form 5500 preparation, and year-round compliance monitoring.
Fiduciary Services & Flexibility
Offers 3(16) plan fiduciary administrative oversight and optional 3(38) investment management through Human Interest Advisors to help mitigate employer liability.
Transparent, Simple Pricing
Provides straightforward monthly pricing with no transaction fees for plan participants on eligible distributions and rollovers.
Participant Education & Self-Service
Employees manage deferral rates, select investments, and review balances through intuitive mobile-friendly digital dashboards.
Source: Human Interest public platform information (humaninterest.com). Auris has a business relationship with Human Interest Inc. Investment advisory services are provided by Human Interest Advisors LLC.
Why Payroll and 401(k) Need to Connect
Retirement plan administration is deeply intertwined with payroll. Every pay period, your payroll system processes the very data your 401(k) recordkeeper requires:
Employee Census & Hours
Hire dates, birth dates, hours worked, and compensation needed to calculate eligibility and vesting accurately.
Salary Deferral Withholdings
Pre-tax and Roth contribution percentages elected by employees that must be deducted accurately on each pay run.
Employer Matching & Safe Harbor
Matching contributions calculated against eligible employee compensation according to plan document rules.
Timely Trust Remittance
Department of Labor (DOL) rules require that participant deferrals be deposited into the plan trust as soon as reasonably possible.
When payroll and 401(k) systems operate in silos, employers must manually export spreadsheets, recalculate percentage changes, and upload contribution files after every single payroll. Disconnected workflows increase the risk of missed deferral updates or delayed deposits. Connecting Auris payroll with Human Interest automates these exchanges, freeing plan sponsors from repetitive manual tasks.
How Auris + Human Interest Work Together
A synchronized, automated workflow connecting payroll runs with retirement-plan recordkeeping.
Employee Enrollment & Elections
Employees enroll and select their pre-tax or Roth 401(k) contribution percentages directly inside Human Interest's digital portal.
Automated Payroll Deduction
Human Interest communicates deferral elections to Auris, where pay runs automatically deduct the correct amounts from employee gross pay.
Auris Payroll Processing
Auris processes gross-to-net pay, calculates employer matching contributions, withholds taxes, generates California pay stubs, and issues direct deposits.
Finalized Contribution Sync
Finalized payroll results, employee deferrals, employer contributions, and loan repayments transfer securely to Human Interest.
Recordkeeping & Trust Funding
Human Interest allocates employee contributions into chosen investment portfolios, updates plan records, and manages ongoing plan compliance.
Employer Benefits of an Integrated 401(k)
Practical time savings and compliance protection for business owners and payroll administrators.
Automated Paycheck Deductions
Eliminate manual calculation of 401(k) pre-tax and Roth percentages before running payroll. Approved deferrals calculate and deduct automatically in Auris pay runs.
Census & Eligibility Synchronization
New hires, status changes, and compensation updates flow between systems, ensuring eligible employees enter the plan promptly according to plan document rules.
Reduced Administrative Overhead
Plan sponsors save hours each month by removing manual contribution upload files, spreadsheet manipulations, and redundant data entry across systems.
Loan & Match Management
Coordinates active 401(k) participant loan repayments and employer matching formulas cleanly within recurring payroll processing.
Year-Round Compliance Support
Human Interest handles nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 preparation, and required disclosures using verified, synchronized payroll wage records.
Employee Self-Service Access
Employees can adjust contribution rates, manage investment portfolios, and review account balances 24/7 through their personal Human Interest portals.
Does Human Interest Replace Payroll Software?
No. Human Interest and Auris serve two distinct, complementary functions in your business technology stack:
401(k) & Retirement Recordkeeping
- Maintains plan documents and IRS-approved templates
- Manages participant investment portfolios and balances
- Executes annual nondiscrimination compliance testing
- Prepares Form 5500 tax filings and required notices
Payroll, Tax & Workforce Administration
- Processes employee pay runs and direct deposits
- Calculates federal, California state, and EDD payroll taxes
- Issues California Labor Code §226 compliant pay statements
- Coordinates workers' comp, timekeeping, and HR
Already Using Human Interest? Keep Your Plan When You Switch to Auris
Many employers consider changing payroll companies to get dedicated human support, transparent pricing, or California expertise — but worry that switching payroll will disrupt their retirement benefit.
With Auris, you do not need to replace or re-establish your Human Interest 401(k). Because Human Interest maintains an official integration with Auris, your plan document, investment line-up, participant balances, and vesting schedules remain completely intact. Auris coordinates the payroll connection during onboarding to ensure employee deferrals continue without disruption.
Already Using Auris? Add a 401(k) Retirement Plan
If you currently run payroll with Auris and are ready to offer a competitive retirement benefit to attract and retain top talent, Human Interest makes plan launch straightforward.
Small businesses launching a new 401(k) plan may also be eligible for federal SECURE Act tax credits of up to $5,000 per year for three years to offset startup costs, plus additional credits for eligible employer matching contributions. Contact our team to learn how an integrated Human Interest plan can be configured for your business.
Auris Payroll & Benefits Ecosystem
Human Interest 401(k) integration connects directly into Auris's broader workforce ecosystem:
Full-Service Payroll
Automated tax filings, direct deposits, certified payroll, and flexible pay schedules.
Employee Benefits Administration
Health insurance, dental, vision, pre-tax deductions, and ACA reporting coordination.
Time & Attendance
Accurate shift hours capture that feeds directly into payroll and eligibility calculations.
HR Software & Compliance
Digital employee onboarding, Form I-9, electronic document storage, and compliance resources.
Dedicated Human Support Behind Every Payroll
While automated software integrations handle routine data transfers, payroll and retirement administration still involve real human questions. When you need to adjust a deferral mid-cycle, onboard a re-hired employee, or review year-end contribution reports, Auris provides a dedicated payroll specialist who knows your company by name.
No anonymous ticket queues, offshore call centers, or generic chatbot runarounds. You get a direct phone number and email to a knowledgeable U.S.-based payroll professional.
Auris 3-Year Payroll Price Lock
Unlike national payroll conglomerates that raise processing rates year after year, Auris stands behind transparent pricing with an available 3-year price lock on payroll processing fees for eligible new clients.
Important Clarification: The Auris 3-year price lock applies strictly to Auris payroll processing service fees for eligible employers. Human Interest plan administration fees, investment advisory expenses, government regulatory filing fees, payroll taxes, and third-party costs are separate and determined by their respective entities.
Human Interest & Payroll Integration FAQs
Compliance & Fiduciary Disclaimers:
This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, ERISA, or tax advice. Auris is an independent payroll provider and is not a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, or ERISA plan fiduciary. Retirement plan administrative and recordkeeping services are provided by Human Interest Inc. Investment advisory services are provided by Human Interest Advisors LLC (HIA), a SEC-registered investment adviser and subsidiary of Human Interest Inc. Auris has a business relationship with Human Interest Inc. and may receive compensation in connection with plans established with Human Interest. Consult your CPA, tax professional, or qualified legal counsel regarding your specific retirement plan design, tax deductions, and compliance obligations.
Ready to Connect Payroll and Your 401(k)?
Speak with an Auris payroll specialist to see how our automated Human Interest integration can streamline retirement administration for your business.
