October 21, 2014
To handle new business, public accounting firms are looking to add to their workforce. Many still need to fill positions left vacant during the downturn and take some of the burden off their current teams.
October 20, 2014
Sage North America has finalized the closing of its acquisition of privately-held PayChoice, a provider of payroll solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Under Sage management, the payroll systems will now be known as Sage Payroll Solutio
October 10, 2014
Keeping up-to-date on changes and proposed changes can be overwhelming, especially if you have a business to run that doesn’t involve payroll. That’s why, as a payroll practitioner, it’s important that you help your clients understand any new changes and what they mean for their business. In 2015, there will be several changes that can...…
October 10, 2014
It pays to collect the right information at the right time. For payroll practitioners, this payout comes in the form of being able to provide quality service to their clients.
October 10, 2014
EasyACCT Write-Up is an Intuit branded solution designed as a full-service write-up and payroll system. Though this solution extends beyond the typical year-end compliance reporting needs, the price point is such that many accounting professionals may benefit from the other features. Intuit also offers EasyACCT Write-Up as a scaled down W-2 and 1099 reporting only...…
October 10, 2014
Magtax is a year-end form compliance solution provided by American Riviera Software. Magtax is offered in two editions: Standard and Professional. Both offer similar functions, but this review will focus on the Professional edition. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars Magtax Professional comes with a five user license and provides for an unlimited number of...…
October 10, 2014
Laser Link is an easy to use year-end compliance reporting solution. Built around forms data entry screens, the system is easy to navigate and use. New for the current release is compatibility with Windows 8/8.1. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars Laser Link is a locally installed solution but is also capable for use in...…
October 10, 2014
MAG-FILER is a year-end tax compliance solution used to process W-2 and 1099 forms through paper and electronic filing. The software solution is an all-inclusive design without multiple modules to purchase or consider. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars MAG-FILER installs as a local machine program or on a network with multiple users. During the...…
October 10, 2014
W-2/1099 Filer is a year-end form compliance software solution. New for the current release is an enhancement to the on-screen, prior year data view and additions to state electronic filing compliance. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars W-2/1099 Filer is installed on local machines, but can also be used in a multi-user, network environment for...…
October 10, 2014
W2 Mate provides an easy to use year-end compliance reporting system. With the ability to integrate with a number of popular accounting systems, W2 Mate offers a solution that is cost effective for preparing W2s and 1099s in-house and by public accounting firms. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars W2 Mate installs on local machines...…
October 10, 2014
Cloud-based payroll service provider Payroll Vault ended its second annual conference by honoring several of its franchisees. The conference was held at the Inverness Hotel in Englewood, Colorado.
October 9, 2014
What should you be doing in your payroll practice this month? Here's your Payroll checklist for October.