July 27, 2015
What’s Next For Proposed Changes to Overtime Pay and Exempt Employees?
Recently, the Department of Labor (DOL) has released proposed rules to update the exemptions from overtime.
July 22, 2015
New Overtime and Payroll Regulations May Affect Millions of Americans, Employers
The newly proposed regulations from the U.S. Department of Labor includes expansion of overtime protections that may impact millions of American workers and their employers.
July 21, 2015
Which Employee Fringe Benefits Are Taxable?
Now is the perfect time to look at the fringe benefits you provide to your employees. This specific taxation is a main focus of the IRS right now, and they recently conducted several free webinars to review the taxability of fringe benefits.
July 11, 2015
Making the Right Payroll Choices for Your Firm and Your Clients
For many accountants, payroll=plague, and should be avoided at all costs. Others have discovered that there are antibiotics, and a clean, safe way to handle payroll where there are notable recurring profits to be made while improving client relationships. Industry accountants who need accurate payroll information automated for integrated costing or benefits can self-medicate. Public...…
July 10, 2015
Succession Planning: Running Your Firm After Retirement
All good things must come to an end, and the same is true for careers – even for those in payroll. Though it may be hard to picture the end of your career, or your employees’, it will eventually come. As a payroll practitioner, this is something you ...
July 9, 2015
Xero Expands Its Payroll Solutions, Adds New Inventory Features
Cloud accounting maker Xero is expanding its payroll support for U.S.-based businesses, and adding more powerful inventory management tools. These new payroll features and enhanced inventory tracking make it easier than ever for entrepreneurs to ...
July 8, 2015
Where’s Your Accounting Firm’s Business Plan?
A business plan will help you effectively communicate your value to potential clients and staff as you start and grow your practice. A good business plan lays out the goals for your practice and your plans for achieving them.
July 8, 2015
Baby Boomers Are Unrealistic About Job Flexibility and Pay in Retirement
Nearly two-thirds (60%) of America's Baby Boomers plan to work for pay in retirement, however, they are unrealistic about the compensation and work arrangements, according to a new study commissioned by Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement (CSR).
July 7, 2015
Setting Up Payroll for Your Clients
As you bring on new clients, one of the first things you will need to do is help them set up their payroll systems and processes. This is especially important for clients that may have new businesses themselves, as well as anytime you or your ...
July 7, 2015
ADP and Wolters Kluwer CT Partner to Streamline Wage Garnishment Processes for Employers
Handling wage garnishment orders can be challenging for companies to do on their own, as requirements vary by state, jurisdiction and the particular court ordering the garnishment. Differences in maximum withholding limits, calculations, lien ...
June 30, 2015
Mobile Payment Company Square Launches Payroll App
Square Payroll is designed to work on mobile devices and includes time clock management features. When employees clock in and out, the information is shared with the payroll app. The payroll system can also handle bonuses, tipped workers and ...
June 17, 2015
This Free W-4 Tool Can Fix Tax Withholding Problems
The IRS is making easier for taxpayers to calculate the optimal amount. On its website at www.irs.gov, you can find a withholding calculator that does all the grunt work for you. All you have to do is go through several simple steps and enter the ...