Belfry, the operating platform built for security guard services companies, announced the launch of On-Demand Pay, an earned wage access (EWA) benefit that allows security officers to access a portion of their earned wages before payday. The service is powered by Clair, a leading financial technology company, with all advances originated by Clair's banking partner, Pathward.

The private security industry employs more than one million officers across the United States, the majority of whom are hourly workers operating in a financially demanding environment. When unexpected expenses arise, many officers face immediate concerns due to a lack of funds.

For an industry already challenged by high turnover and chronic understaffing, financial stress can make it even harder to retain and support a stable workforce. We understand these realities, and we're proud to provide solutions that help security companies support their officers' financial wellness and stability.

"Security companies today are competing for the same officers as every other hourly employer, and wages alone aren't enough. On-Demand Pay gives our customers a meaningful benefit that puts money in officers' hands when they need it. Our hope is that this allows Belfry customers to become more competitive in hiring while supporting the financial wellness of their workforce." — Jordan Wallach, Co-Founder & CEO of Belfry

On-Demand Pay is now included at no additional cost to employers as part of every Belfry subscription. Security operators do not need to take any action to make the benefit available to their employees. The feature is embedded directly in the Belfry app, requiring zero changes to payroll processes or administrative workflows. Employers are never responsible for funding advances or collecting repayments.