What to Look for in a Payroll

Welcome to the SurePayroll minute. I’m Michael Alter.

So you’ve made the decision to outsource payroll. Great! Here are a couple of things to think about as you research different companies.

Not all companies are the same: Some budget services only complete a portion of the payroll process for you. If you want to eliminate things from your to-do list, make sure you work with a full-service payroll provider that will truly assume liability for your taxes, including talking to the IRS on your behalf.

Paying employees is the easy part of the process. It’s the payroll tax management you want off your plate. A full-service payroll provider is worth the cost – and you’ll sleep a whole lot better.

Calling in or faxing in payroll numbers is inconvenient. Today, most payroll providers offer online entry, but how easy is their process?Before choosing a service, make sure you see a demo of their online capabilities.The process should be so simple, that you don’t need any training, or more than a few minutes to complete your payroll.

But if you do have a question, be sure to choose a payroll provider who offers real people who can answer your questions when it’s convenient for you.

For the simple answer to small business issues, I’m Michael Alter with your SurePayroll Minute.