When you start looking for payroll software, the biggest challenge can be figuring out how each provider is different. Most calculate wages, offer direct deposit, and pay taxes, but which one is really best for your business? We walk you through a variety of features that are important to consider when choosing a payroll software…
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Charlette Beasley
Charlette Beasley is a writer and editor at Fit Small Business focusing on payroll. With more than a decade of accounting and finance experience, Charlette has worked side-by-side with HR and accounting leaders to establish and help implement payroll best practices, controls, and systems. Her experience ranges among small, mid-sized, and large businesses in industries like banking and marketing to manufacturing and nonprofit.
Charlette has a BBA degree in accounting from Henderson State University and an MBA from Harding University. Her expertise has been featured in Fairy God Boss, The Ladders, UpJourney, and Showbiz Cheatsheet.
When not talking about payroll or human resources, she enjoys writing fiction and adventuring through Florida with her kids.
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How to Set Up Direct Deposit for Employees
Direct deposit is the most common way to pay employees, and with good reason. Employee paychecks are deposited directly into their bank accounts, usually within a couple of days after you process it. Learning how to set up direct deposit is simple—you need bank account information, documented employee approval, and a service to help facilitate….
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In-House Payroll vs Outsourced Payroll: Which Is Best for Your Business?
Payroll is an important part of any business and should not be considered lightly. Doing it right not only keeps employees happy but protects your business. Many companies choose to outsource all or part of their payroll duties, while others handle it completely in-house. Which is the best choice for you? Let’s find out. Defining…
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What You Need to Know About Running Agriculture Payroll
Farm employers generally get help from family, part-time workers, youth, and sometimes contractors; however, they’re still responsible for processing payroll and taxes like a non-farm business. The process for doing agriculture payroll is similar to that which most employers follow, but there are some exceptions. Depending on how much you pay in wages, who you’re…
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40 Resources for Black-owned Businesses: Training, Marketing & More
Black business owners looking for training and certifications, access to funding, and assistance with key business operations like HR and sales can unlock access to programs and opportunities geared to help them succeed. Fit Small Business has created a list of resources for Black-owned businesses in the following areas: Training and certifications: Get certified as…
How to Set Up, Calculate & Pay Payroll Tax Payments in QuickBooks
Employers are liable for paying their own employment taxes (Social Security, Medicare and unemployment) in addition to withholding and paying payroll taxes for their employees. All three QuickBooks Payroll plans (Core, Complete, and Elite) make it easy to calculate and pay these taxes, however, there are a few steps required to set up tax information…
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How to Do Payroll in QuickBooks Online in 9 Steps
If you’re already using QuickBooks Online and you have employees, consider adding QuickBooks Payroll to your plan. You can access it from the same system you use to manage your business’ books, and your payroll expenses will easily transfer to the appropriate general ledger accounts. In just a few easy steps, you can set up…
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How to Switch Payroll Providers & What to Consider Before You Do It
Is it time to change your payroll company? With a little research and preparation, you can find your better match and smoothly transition with minimal disruption to employees or your payroll department. The key to switching payroll providers successfully is to know what you need vs want and have a good understanding of the issue(s)…
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How to Set up and Run Payroll With Gusto
Running payroll with Gusto is simple; you can finish the setup process in less than an hour, unlike some big name providers that require a few weeks lead time. If you’re considering using Gusto or recently signed up for service, knowing how to use the software will help you decide whether it’s worth it and…
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IRS Form 1099 Reporting for Small Business Owners in 2020
As of 2020, businesses are required to send copies of Form 1099-NEC to the IRS and contractors if they pay $600 or more in compensation to non-employees throughout the year. In prior years (2019 and before), this was reported on 1099-MISC. Form 1099-NEC is due Feb. 1, 2021 to report payments made during the 2020…
Best Payroll Software for Trucking Companies in 2020
Truckers are paid differently than most workers, sometimes by the mile or load, and the best trucking payroll software can accommodate both. Trucking companies that want an all-in-one solution usually purchase truck management software (TMS) that includes payroll. Smaller companies that run their business manually tend to opt for cheaper, general payroll software. When looking…
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ADP vs Paychex: Which Should You Choose in 2020?
When it comes to payroll, most business owners have heard about ADP and Paychex; they’re both established payroll providers that offer comprehensive payroll and HR services. ADP has flexible plan options that support growing companies and especially shines with businesses in multiple states and those with more than 1,000 employees. Paychex provides a dedicated customer…
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