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I-9 Form August 2023 Update Explained: Remote Documents

As a small to medium-sized business owner, you are probably aware of the I-9 form – the document used to verify an employee’s identity and authorization to work in the United States. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated the form, aiming to reduce errors and simplify the process beginning August 1, 2023. The […]

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Small Business Owner FAQs: California Payroll 2023

As your small business grows, so can the questions. Tax rates? Benefits? Reporting? PayrollCentric answers the most asked questions in California’s ever-changing payroll landscape. What is the new minimum wage in California? On January 1, 2023, the base minimum wage in California increased to $15.50/hour. Wages in your city may be higher, and might depend […]

An aerial view of construction workers. Federal law requires certified payroll reports for government-funded projects.

Prevailing Wage and Certified Payroll Reporting Requirements 2023

Federal law requires certified payroll reports for government-funded projects that cost $2,000 or more. Certified payroll reports (also known as CPRs or “prevailing wage”) document wages, hours, rates, deductions, and benefits provided to every worker on your project. They ensure workers are receiving the prevailing wage in your area. Prevailing wage extends from the Davis-Bacon […]

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101: Small Business Retirement Savings Plans for Employees in 2023

When hiring new employees, thoughts of retirement may not be your immediate concern for potential employees. However, many of the best candidates may have long-term plans already in mind. Retirement savings plans are critical for everybody in the workforce. They allow employees to plan for retiring when and how they desire. According to the U.S. […]

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A Small Business Health Savings Account for your Company is Good Business

In a competitive job market, benefits can help small businesses hire quality employees. A Health Savings Account (HSA) can be used to pay for qualified medical expenses without being subject to taxes. If your employees have high-deductible health insurance, contributing to a small business HSA may be an easy-access benefit to offer. Related: Introduction to […]

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Introduction to Small Business Health Insurance

It’s not just about wages anymore. In a competitive hiring environment, benefits matter, and small business health insurance could give your company an advantage in hiring.  There is an art to making group benefit plan decisions. You want a plan that makes sense for the majority of your employees, and you need to keep a […]

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Strategies to Create Ongoing Performance Management Process

How often have you heard a senior leader or one of your managers grimace or otherwise complain when someone in HR announces it’s time to complete your annual performance reviews – again? People often think of performance management as that thing they have to do once a year at the end of every year for […]

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PayrollCentric Launches Upgraded Payroll System

As was announced last month in a letter from our founder, we have been diligently working to upgrade our payroll service offerings. Our goal is to provide tools that will save you time, make the payroll process more efficient, and simplify your experience.

Our team consists of professionals who hold the APA’s Fundamentals of Payroll Certification (FPC) and Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credentials. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of Compliance, ensuring that every aspect of payroll processing, from employee earnings statements to tax filings, adheres strictly to regulations. Our services are designed for Ease, providing a seamless and straightforward experience for both clients and their employees. At the heart of our approach is Care; we value our client relationships, offering personalized support through direct access to dedicated Payroll Representatives and Managers. Our culture of accountability and ownership is essential in developing a long-lasting partnership with you.

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