Choosing small business payroll software isn’t about chasing bells and whistles. It’s about the 10 features every small business needs to stay compliant, efficient, and trusted by your team. Below, we break down the payroll software features for small business owners that truly matter: automated payroll tax filing, direct deposit, time tracking sync, and more.
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When it comes to running payroll, you have a lot of things to mark off on your to-do list. From gathering timesheets to distributing pay stubs, there can be a lot of steps that go into paying your employees. But after you pay employees, your payroll checklist isn’t finished just yet. You also need to […]
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There’s nothing like starting your own small business. Being your own boss means you choose how to run things, and it lets you see your ideas come to life. But, you have a million and one things on your plate. You might decide to hire new employees to streamline business operations. When you become an […]
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You updated your employee handbook, rolled out a new safety policy, or changed your paid time off (PTO) rules. You sent the email and discussed it in a meeting. But six months later, an employee claims they never saw the change … and now you’re digging through your inbox hoping you can prove otherwise.
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If you offer employer-sponsored insurance to your employees, you should be familiar with some of the health coverage terminology used in the workplace. Open enrollment is one important term related to insurance benefits. What is open enrollment?
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Key Takeaways − Manual payroll spreadsheets may work at first, but they quickly become risky as you grow. Common growth challenges include errors, missed deadlines, compliance headaches, and time drain. Automated payroll systems calculate pay, withhold taxes, and help keep you organized. A smooth transition starts with cleaning your data and choosing the right system. […]
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Payroll for one employee uses the same steps as any business: get an EIN, register for state taxes, then withhold, pay, and file taxes each pay period. Team size does not change the rules. A business with one employee processes payroll the same way as one with 50. The difference is volume, not process, and […]
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If you have a low- or moderate-income worker, they may be eligible for the earned income tax credit (EITC). Read on to learn all about the earned income credit, including who is eligible for it and how workers can claim the credit.
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New Jersey started its paid family leave plan in 2009 with the New Jersey Family Leave Act. New Jersey paid family leave (PFL) made NJ the second state (after California) to pass a PFL policy. If you’re a New Jersey employer, you need to know about your responsibilities.
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Payroll compliance isn’t a once-per-year task you can easily check off. Remaining compliant is a big job. You must make sure your business is compliant with all payroll laws year-round. You can make payroll compliance easier and less stressful by doing tasks throughout the year. In fact, there are some tasks, like filing taxes, that […]
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