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Top Human Resource Payroll Software 2020

By Charlette Beasley on July 1, 2020 | Buyer's Guide, Human Resources, Payroll | Comments (2)

Human Resource payroll software gives businesses a range of HR support in addition to payroll processing features. It shares information between the two functions—employee record changes that affect payroll are automatically synced. Costs can run from $16 to over $150 per employee, per month, depending on how expansive your HR needs are. 8 Best Human…

What Is Payroll Software Integration?

By Charlette Beasley on June 30, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, What is | Comments (0)

Payroll software integration happens when you sync your payroll system with other software, for instance, with an accounting program. It saves you from having to enter the same payroll information into two separate programs and even allows your employees to do some of the work for you. Payroll software commonly integrates with HR, time and…

Gusto vs ADP 2020

By Charlette Beasley on June 25, 2020 | Buyer's Guide, Human Resources, Payroll | Comments (64)

Compared to ADP, Gusto is more affordable and caters to smaller businesses that are mostly concerned about paying their employees and complying with payroll tax laws. ADP on the other hand has a flexible platform that supports growing businesses with payroll and HR needs that may evolve in the near future. They both give you…

What Is Payroll?

By Charlette Beasley on June 22, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, Ultimate Guide | Comments (0)

Payroll is a process where the employer pays its workers, applicable tax agencies (including the IRS), and vendors that are under contract to provide employee benefits. In some cases, such as a court garnishment order, it even includes withholding money to pay an employee’s creditors. Handling payroll the right way is important. Employers must perform…

Best Payroll Apps 2020

By Charlette Beasley on June 3, 2020 | Buyer's Guide, Human Resources, Payroll | Comments (0)

The best payroll apps make it easy for employers on the go to manage payroll when they’re out of the office. When evaluating apps, our primary focus was on cost (service cost; most apps are free), ease of use, and depth of payroll processing features. Some apps may cost less money to use but won’t…

Gusto vs Quickbooks Payroll: Who’s Best for Payroll 2020

By Charlette Beasley on May 13, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, Versus | Comments (0)

Gusto and QuickBooks Payroll are both affordable software options for small business owners who want to access their payroll from anywhere. QuickBooks Payroll is best for small businesses that want to offer health insurance to employees and even better for those using QuickBooks accounting software. Gusto is an all-in-one solution that’s best for new small…

1099 vs W2 Employees – Which is Better?

By Charlette Beasley on May 6, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, Versus | Comments (4)

When it comes to hiring new workers, business owners can choose between independent contractors and employees. Contractors have more independence in how they conduct their work but aren’t protected by labor laws, such as minimum wage. They also receive different tax forms (1099 vs W2) to report their earnings to the IRS because employers don’t…

6 Best ADP Payroll Competitors for Small Business

By Charlette Beasley on April 28, 2020 | Buyer's Guide, Human Resources, Payroll | Comments (2)

ADP Run is a good option for small businesses looking for help managing their payroll. Many businesses choose ADP because of its long-standing history in the payroll industry. It has tools to help with all of the important things from paying employees and taxes to complying with labor laws, however, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s…

How to Calculate Payroll For Employees

By Charlette Beasley on April 20, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, What is | Comments (0)

Before hiring employees, spend time learning how to calculate payroll for your business. It’ll save you time from having to correct errors and thousands of dollars in penalties; you might even experience lower turnover by eliminating paycheck frustrations. You can perform calculations manually (hours worked X pay rate), using an online calculator, or with software….

2020 Payroll Tax Rates [+ State Tax Map]

By Charlette Beasley on April 16, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, What is | Comments (0)

Federal payroll tax rates like income tax, Social Security (6.2% each for both employer and employee), and Medicare (1.45% each) are set by the IRS. However, each state specifies its own rates for income, unemployment, and other taxes. Below is a state-by-state map showing tax rates, including supplemental taxes and workers’ compensation. All of QuickBooks…