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Protect Your Bank Account from Hackers

June 23, 2022 | posted by Abacus Payroll

If there’s one thing you can count on, it’s that cybercriminals are coming up with new and creative ways to hack businesses and individuals. In today’s digital age, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the current scam trends and how you can protect your financial accounts. Not only do you need to […]

Cross-training Employees: A Small Business Survival Tool

June 2, 2022 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Cross training teamwork employees working together

Cross-training can be a win-win situation for you and your employees. But this can only happen with a plan. Here are some ideas. Benefits of cross-training staff Cross-training provides greater flexibility in scheduling, especially when dealing with unexpected workload and staffing issues. It also helps employees develop expertise in other areas and increases their awareness […]

Payroll Services for Retail Businesses

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As a retail store owner or manager, there are many priorities that are always competing for your attention. Customer service, scheduling, inventory, shipments, managing employees… Fortunately, with Abacus Payroll, your retail payroll no longer has to be one of them. Expert payroll services for retail stores, local shops, […]

Don’t Leave Money on the Table: Apply Now for The Restaurant Revitalization Fund

April 30, 2021 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grant Application for Small Food and Beverage Businesses

The following information is derived from our affiliate company, Alloy Silverstein. The American Rescue Plan Act set aside $28.6 billion in grants to aid struggling restaurants and other food and beverage businesses amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Abacus Payroll’s affiliate CPA firm, Alloy Silverstein, can help restaurant business owners complete their application for best chances to […]

Preparing Your Workforce for an Outbreak Threat

March 10, 2020 | posted by Abacus Payroll

While the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is officially an international pandemic, it’s slowly but surely making its way across the United States. It’s not yet a cause for panic, but it does call for some preparations to keep your company’s workflow running smoothly and your employees safe. Keep in mind that some of these […]

7 Tax-Free Ideas to Bolster Your Business Benefits Package

July 24, 2019 | posted by Abacus Payroll

The benefits package offered by your business is extremely important to your employees. How important? A survey performed by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) found that benefits are directly tied to overall job satisfaction for 92 percent of employees. Even more importantly, 29 percent of employees cited the overall benefits package at their […]

What is the Right Retirement Plan for Employees?

July 8, 2019 | posted by Abacus Payroll

Small businesses and self-employed individuals often tune out when conversations or articles about pension plans come up. That’s just for big business, they think, not for little guys like us. But small firms can tap into the tax breaks of pension plans more easily than they might imagine. Pension plans provide tax deductions for the […]

How Not to Lose Your Best Employees

June 4, 2019 | posted by Abacus Payroll

In today’s tight labor market, finding and retaining top talent can be daunting. Ideally, you’ll discover and hire workers who fit your company culture, sign on to its mission, and stick around for the long haul. But retaining your “best and brightest” can be a balancing act. Here are five suggestions: 1. Focus on culture. […]

The Perfect Fit: HR and Your Business Size

June 5, 2018 | posted by Abacus Payroll

How big does my business have to be before HR is a requirement? Human Resources, or HR, is an integral component in most large businesses—but what about smaller ones? If you’re here, you’re probably already wondering whether or not you should hire an HR professional. While HR isn’t always necessary for small businesses and startups, […]

Abacus Payroll’s Year-End Payroll Checklist

December 2, 2016 | posted by Abacus Payroll

The end of the year is drawing close, and so are your end-of-the-year payroll responsibilities. Instead of stressing about tying up loose ends, take a look at our year-end payroll checklist to make sure your proverbial ducks are in a row. Double-Check Your Employee Data Though payroll might be less fun than dressing up […]