Zellis group has acquired Hastee, bringing earned wage access and financial wellbeing tools into its HR and payroll services.
The move means customers of Zellis, Moorepay and Benifex will be able to offer staff tools like on-demand pay, financial education and money management all in one place.
The deal adds detailed analytics to help employers understand staff financial health, early access to wages, personalised education and tools to help employees budget and save.
The integration is aimed at supporting workforce wellbeing across the Zellis group’s platforms.
John Petter, CEO of Zellis group, said: “In today’s economic environment, financial wellbeing has become a crucial component of overall employee wellness which in turn drives productivity and talent retention.
“This acquisition allows us to provide our customers with a seamless experience that connects HR, payroll and benefits with immediate financial tools that employees can use to improve their financial health and reduce stress.”
Jaime Jiménez, CEO of Hastee, said: “Our acquisition by Zellis unites complementary strengths, delivering immediate value to customers through enhanced solutions while positioning us to better serve market needs and accelerate growth together.”