Founded in Los Angeles in 2005, PayrollCentric has been a steadfast partner for businesses seeking comprehensive payroll solutions. Our unwavering dedication to excellence is evidenced by an independent third-party audit, which underscores our commitment to quality and reliability. We take immense pride in our 98% client approval rating, a testament to our exceptional service, as reflected in numerous positive reviews on Yelp and Google. At PayrollCentric, we continually strive to exceed our clients’ expectations and deliver unparalleled payroll services.
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Core Values
At PayrollCentric, our core values are Compliance, Ease, and Care:
- Compliance: Everything we do is compliance-based, whether it is employee earnings statements, tax payments, tax filings, or benefit accruals, we keep you in compliance.
- Ease: Our service is designed to provide a seamless user experience for both clients and their employees, making payroll administration as straightforward as possible.
- Care: We value our relationships with our clients. Each client has direct access to their assigned Payroll Representative and Payroll Manager. We demonstrate our care for our clients with every phone call, every email, and every request.
Key Features
PayrollCentric offers a range of features designed to support your business needs:
- All-in-One Payroll Platform
- Timekeeping
- Human Capital Management System
- Applicant Tracking
- Paperless Onboarding
- Electronic Employee Files
Our platform provides real support for your employees, ensuring they have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed. As we continue to innovate and expand our services, PayrollCentric remains committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients. We are excited about the future and look forward to continuing to support businesses in achieving their goals.
Leadership
Bahaa Mikhail
Founder and PresidentBahaa began his payroll career in 1995 when he accepted an entry level payroll position at Paychex. As he moved up the corporate ladder, he recognized his passion for serving his clients was overshadowed by big corporate bureaucracy. This realization paved the way for what became PayrollCentric’s vision: To be dedicated experts to our clients.
Bahaa values family above all. He is a husband, a father, a son, a brother, and a loyal friend. He loves to fish, bbq with his loved ones, serve the youth at his church, and support his alma mater, UCLA.
Josephine Mikhail
Director of InsuranceJosephine Mikhail is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in payroll management and insurance services. As a Director for PayrollCentric and InCentric Insurance, and with a BS in Business Administration and Marketing, Josephine is dedicated to empowering businesses by delivering comprehensive payroll and workforce management solutions alongside tailored insurance offerings.
With a keen eye for detail and a strategic approach, Josephine excels at helping businesses navigate the complexities of payroll compliance and employee benefits. Her expertise spans optimizing payroll processes, designing competitive insurance packages, and fostering strong client relationships that drive long-term success. She is passionate about creating customized solutions that align with each client’s unique needs, enabling them to focus on growing their business.
Josephine’s dual expertise in payroll and insurance services allows her to offer a seamless, integrated approach to workforce management. Her commitment to exceptional service and her deep understanding of the industries she serves have made her a trusted advisor to businesses of all sizes.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Josephine is deeply rooted in the Los Angeles community and enjoys exploring the vibrant restaurant scene of the city and serving in her church. Her dedication to excellence and her personalized approach makes her an invaluable asset to both PayrollCentric and InCentric Insurance Solutions.
Josephine Mikhail
Director of Insurance
Carole Hawks
Director of OperationsCarole Hawks joined PayrollCentric in June 2022 as the Director of Operations. She brings with her over 25 years of payroll service bureau experience, having started out as a payroll specialist and working her way through implementation, various supervisor and upper management roles.
She is driven to build strong teams, helping people grow, and achieve their full potential. Her primary objective at PayrollCentric is to develop stronger relationships with our clients, to understand their individual needs, and to provide the best service to fit their needs.
Carole’s home life is filled with spending time with her husband Steve, their two dogs, Sammy and Wyatt, and their cat, Finn. She enjoys relaxing by the pool, grilling, and binge watching her favorite TV shows.
Angela Gridley
Director of Tax and Cash ManagementAngela started in the payroll industry in October 1994, and over the span of her career has worked at both large corporations and family-owned businesses.
She has held various positions throughout her career with experience in Tax Filing, Compliance, Implementation, and Cash Management. Her different roles allow her to understand the process from hire to retire, which also provides the opportunity to work with a broad range of industry experts.
Angela joined the PayrollCentric team in March 2021, and currently oversees the Tax Filing and Cash Management departments.
In her downtime she enjoys “glamping” and traveling.
Angela Gridley
Director of Tax and Cash Management
Brent Wright
Director of SalesBrent Wright is an accomplished professional with a proven track record in payroll sales and business operations. Based in Eugene, Oregon, Brent serves as the Director of Sales at PayrollCentric, where he helps businesses streamline their payroll processes and achieve operational excellence. With a strong focus on delivering tailored solutions, Brent is passionate about helping organizations save time, ensure compliance, and optimize their workforce management systems.
Bringing 15 plus years of experience in payroll services, Brent specializes in fostering client relationships, implementing efficient systems, and staying ahead of ever-changing industry regulations. His attention to detail and dedication to providing exceptional customer service have earned him a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes.
When Brent isn’t assisting clients, he enjoys exploring the natural beauty of Eugene and engaging in community events. His local knowledge and commitment to helping businesses in the Pacific Northwest make him an invaluable resource to the PayrollCentric team.
PayrollCentric Partnerships
We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between PayrollCentric, Chipin, and Autism Partnership Foundation (APF). This collaboration aims to make a significant impact in supporting individuals with autism and their families.
Why Choose Chip-In: Chipin not only supports meaningful causes but also offers competitive credit card processing rates. Chipin will meet or beat the rates of the credit card processor and donate a portion of your processing fees to APF ensuring you get the best value while making a positive impact. By choosing Chipin, you are not only benefiting from excellent service and rates but also contributing to a cause that makes a real difference in the lives of many.
PayrollCentric and Chipin have always been committed to giving back to the community. By partnering with Autism Partnership Foundation, we are taking a step further in our mission to support meaningful causes. This joint venture will enable us to contribute to Autism Partnership Foundation’s initiatives, providing essential resources and support to those in need. Our combined efforts will help create a brighter future for individuals with autism and their families by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to thrive.
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Community Partnerships
