Payroll August 7, 2026
Employers Unexpectedly Shed Jobs in July
Nonfarm payrolls decreased 23,000 last month following a combined 103,000 downward revision to the May and June figures, Bureau of Labor Statistics data showed Friday.
January 11, 2016
Apple Pay Now Available to ADP ALINE Payroll Cardholders
ADP's payroll card ALINE now includes integration with Apple Pay. ADP, which provides payroll and business management resources, says the integration gives ALINE Cardholders the opportunity to use Apple Pay on supported Apple mobile devices to make ...
January 11, 2016
New Law Equalizes Tax-Free Transportation Benefits
The new tax law signed at the end of last year – the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015 – improves the tax-free transportation benefits that may be offered to employees.
January 10, 2016
Powerball Jackpot Hits $1.5 Billion
To quote Joshua, the computer from the movie War Games, "A strange game. The only winning move is not to play. How about a nice game of chess?"
January 7, 2016
New Minimum Wage Rates for Many States in 2016
The new year rings in new minimum wage rates, as well as new ACA reporting requirements. Keep in mind that January 2016 brings ACA reporting for ALEs—therefore, all ALE employers will have to provide every employee with a Form 1095-C by January 31, 2016.
January 6, 2016
Patriot Software Launches Royalty Program for CPAs, Bookkeepers and Accountants
The Royalty Program is offered in two distinct tracks: Advisors and Certified Advisors. The Advisor program is geared towards CPAs, bookkeepers and accountants. Advisor Royalty Program members must add a Patriot Software Advisor “badge” to their website.
January 2, 2016
Printable IRS Form 941 – Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return
This IRS Form 941 is for employers who withhold income taxes, social security tax, or Medicare tax from employee's paychecks or who must pay the employer's portion of social security or Medicare tax.
December 30, 2015
IRS Extends Deadline for ACA Obamacare Reporting
The IRS has issued a two-month extension for employers and issuers to provide individuals with forms reporting on offers of health coverage and coverage provided. The new deadline is March 31, 2016.
December 22, 2015
Online Payroll System Supports All States
The company offers two online payroll options: Basic Payroll, in which customers take care of their own payroll taxes, and Full Service Payroll, in which Patriot Software handles all required payroll tax deposits and filings for the business.
December 22, 2015
3 Year-End Payroll Tips to Help Employers Avoid Headaches
Each year, employers across the country realize that they need to adjust their payroll data after their final payroll run of the year. Here are three of the most common adjustments that can be avoided with just a little planning.
December 22, 2015
ADP System Helps Employers Track New Work Opportunity Tax Credit
WOTC is a tax incentive program designed to encourage employers to hire and retain individuals from specific target groups with employment barriers. These groups include Veterans of War (VOW), Empowerment Zone residents, welfare and food stamp ...
December 21, 2015
How to Build a Payroll Service Brand
Building a brand is important for every business. Your brand will resonate with current clients and attract new ones. It tells them who you are and what your value is as a payroll practitioner.
December 21, 2015
Are College Savings Plans Right for Your Family?
Similar to 401(k) retirement accounts, 529 Savings Plans are investment savings accounts that are based on investments in stock, mutual funds or similar markets. Recognized by the IRS starting in 1996, they are overseen by individual states and ...