Whether you are a new business just starting out, or looking to improve your current small business payroll process, there are a variety of options to consider. In addition, there are also a variety of tools and resources available to help you in designing - or re-designing - your payroll process.
Topics: Payroll, payroll process, small business
It seems that each new year brings additional tasks and an increase in compliance and regulatory requirements into the payroll process. It is an increasing challenge to manage payroll efficiently and effectively, and the consequences of failing to do so can be devastating for a smaller business.
Topics: Payroll, payroll management, human resources management
Employee classification has become increasingly tricky. Incorrectly classifying employees as independent contractors is a real risk for many employers. An article from Forbes.com last year stated, "This fundamental worker status issue has become one of the most consequential legal determinations around. If you’re in business and guess wrong, the liability for past years can be crushing." In 2013 the IRS Inspector General issued a report saying that employers are still getting it wrong.
Topics: Payroll, payroll management, payroll management companies, ca labor laws, payroll tax filing
Payroll management has never been a static profession, but is dynamic and evolving. Changes in technology, in available tools and services, and regulation requires payroll professionals to be constantly "up to speed." The approach of each new year, of course, brings this need to the forefront as January 1st looms ahead.
Topics: Payroll, payroll management, ca labor laws, managed payroll services, payroll tax filing
It is a rare business owner or HR manager that enjoys the work of payroll management. And while it is an essential and vital component of your business operations, at some point the question arises whether it is time to outsource your payroll operations.
Topics: Payroll, payroll management, payroll management companies