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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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….
6 Strategies to Engaging and Retaining Remote Employees
Now more than ever, employers are eager to engage their remote employees within their organization. The number of people who work from home has increased 173% since 2005, and now 4.3 million people in the United States work from home at least half the time. Keeping them engaged by providing clear communication, a strong sense…
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? Take the quiz below…
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…
How to Hire Employees in 7 Steps [+ Free Checklist]
Hiring great employees is the key to growing your business. A thoughtful hiring process includes well-written job descriptions, recruitment ads, interview processes, and strong compensation packages. All of these steps will help you find the right talent for your work requirements. A sound hiring process also prevents potential labor law violations and turnovers. Download our…
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…
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…
What is ZipRecruiter: Features, Pricing, & How It Works
ZipRecruiter is a job aggregator that automatically updates job advertisements from multiple internet sources and consolidates it in one place for easy viewing. ZipRecruiter also is a prolific resume search tool, and job search engine. Once an employer posts a job on ZipRecruiter, it’s pushed to 100+ different job boards. These features make ZipRecruiter a…
How to Develop a “Careers Page” on Your Company Website
Some 50% of company websites lack a careers page or have a very simple, text-based page that lists jobs and links. A fully-featured careers page, with images, links, and information on company culture helps you standout so that you attract stand-out candidates as well. We’ve covered the most important rules and tips for building an…
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)…
Employee Drug Testing: Compliance, Providers & Cost
Setting up employee drug screening requires awareness of compliance related rules to conduct fairly and legally. Finding certified drug screening providers (required in some states), creating a drug testing policy and budgeting for drug screening costs are essential to building a strong screening program. While more than half of all businesses drug screen employees, only…