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100 Percent Commissions in Your Business

January 31, 2019 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Commission work is still widely questioned from an ethical standpoint, and employing workers on a 100 percent commissions basis carries a heavy stigma. Here’s what you need to know to keep your commission-based business compliant, ethical, and successful. Defining Commissions Before you delve into your payroll, make sure that your business fits the parameters of […]

Time to Prepare Third Quarter Payroll Reports

October 22, 2018 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Don’t forget ‐ October is the month for preparing third-quarter 2018 payroll reports. As you begin gathering the information you’ll send to federal, state and local governments, check your compliance in these four key areas: Wages. Federal and state laws spell out your responsibilities for meeting minimum wage and overtime pay, as well as […]

4 Payroll Challenges for Seasonal Businesses

October 18, 2018 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Hiring any employee is an involved process, but taking on a short-term employee comes with its own set of complications. Whether you’re thinking about starting a seasonal business or you’re gearing up for this year’s madness, finding people to fill your positions is only one of the issues you’ll face. Here are a few ways […]

Revisiting Pay Cards: What Are Your Legal Obligations?

June 14, 2018 | posted by Abacus Payroll

If you use pay cards to compensate your employees, you’re probably aware of your state’s regulations on the matter. As pay card implementation rises, however, so do the number of legal variables to consider. Here’s a breakdown on general pay card use and legislation. Pay Card Dos When implementing a pay card system, obtain written […]

Pay Cards in Agriculture

May 22, 2018 | posted by Abacus Payroll

You’ve probably heard about standard businesses using pay cards as an alternative to traditional paper checks. If you own an agricultural business or work in a related setting, you might consider the benefits of implementing such a system for your business as well. Here are a few ways your agricultural business could benefit from using […]

Payroll and Penalties

October 3, 2016 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Avoid IRS penalties and fees for late or inaccurate payroll

As tax season makes its annual debut, it’s important to review your payroll procedures in order to ensure the most accurate reporting possible, as late or inaccurate payroll submissions are often met with swift and devastating penalties from the IRS. You can avoid payroll tax penalties altogether by paying your dues on time and in […]

ADP loses out to Abacus when it comes to handling complicated payroll tasks

| posted by Abacus Payroll

It’s no wonder that Dr. Michael Barnish and his colleagues at Garden State Infectious Disease Associates (GSIDA) chose to outsource their payroll functions. GSIDA is a leader in the Greater Philadelphia area for treating patients with infectious diseases. With that level of patient responsibility, they simply couldn’t devote the time to processing payroll.

Payroll Tips for Hiring Temporary Workers

May 28, 2014 | posted by Abacus Payroll

What to keep in mind when hiring temporary workers Holidays and seasonal changes can affect your payroll size so make sure you stay on top of your employer duties year-round . Just as retailers hire more help before the winter holidays, tourist attractions ramp up staff to prepare for the summer months, and farmers man their […]