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3 Top Reasons to Use a California Payroll Service

Posted by Tristan Ruhland on Mar 3, 2015 11:05:00 AM

3-top-reasons-to-use-a-california-payroll-serviceWhen it comes to managed payroll services California employers are best served by using California payroll services. While this may seem elementary to some HR professionals, there can be a tendency to view all payroll management services as the same.

The real issue isn't whether the service you choose to use is local as much as whether they know and understand the specifics of your state's employer regulations and state employment and labor legislation. The biggest advantage then, of having your payroll process managed by a local company is that they will know your situation and your specific needs.

Why Use a California Payroll Service Provider

Once you have made the decision to outsource your payroll processes, the next step is to find the right vendor to manage one of the most critical functions of your business. If you are working for a company that is based in California, looking in your own "back yard" so to speak, makes the most sense.

Here are five top reasons for finding and using one of the payroll services California offers:

1. Local providers know the laws. A good payroll services provider is up to date and knowledgeable on employee and payroll compliance. They must stay abreast of all new tax laws and regulatory mandates on the federal, state and local levels. The burden on your own staff to maintain this level of compliance knowledge only increases with each legislative session. Using a California-based provider will ensure that compliance on the state level is not an issue.

2. Local providers can meet with you face-to-face. Professional payroll management services specialize in processing complex payroll systems. And because this is what they do best, they also accomplish this much more quickly and efficiently than your own staff is able to. Since your payroll staff probably has multiple roles to fill in your business, removing the burden of constantly processing your payroll will increase their productive time.

But there are times when interaction with your payroll management provider and your staff is necessary. Being able to literally sit across the table from each other, or have a provider representative come to your place of business, is a distinct advantage.  

3. A California payroll service understands your issues. In addition to California labor laws and regulations, as a California employer you have other concerns that are unique to being located here. There are social, cultural, and political aspects of doing business in California that are different than what businesses in other states must take into consideration.

Again, a local services provider for your payroll management offers a level of understanding that can prove to be critical when it comes to many issues including recruiting and hiring, onboarding, and training of employees.

It Pays To Go With A Local Payroll Service 

In addition to the benefits listed here, you can include the peace of mind of knowing that your payroll and other HR processes are being handled competently, accurately, and on time. On top of that, you can be assured that the accountability and liability for compliance rests with your vendor, freeing you from the constant pressure of staying fully informed and compliant with the ever changing - and growing - rules, regulations, and legislation.

Finding a Reliable Payroll Management Service

As a business owner or payroll manager you have a number of options for your payroll functions. Software that can be installed in-house, or cloud-based programs offer a good alternative. But if you really want to take full advantage of the benefits available to you, outsourcing to a provider like Accuchex can still be the best decision.

Reliability, full-service options, and reputation are the hallmarks of a quality payroll management service provider. If you are currently looking to invest in outsourcing you get your Free Download: Payroll Outsourcing Guide to help you make an informed decision or call Accuchex Payroll Management Services at 877-422-2824.

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Topics: payroll management companies, ca labor laws, human resources management

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