Payroll checklist for small businesses

Thanks to advancements in technology, payroll service providers have turned basic administrative functions into value-added employee experiences. But if you’re starting a small business or a small business owner paying employees on your own or working with an accountant, you might not be aware of what’s available to you by outsourcing payroll. For instance, many leading providers today offer features like employee self-service, mobile access, integration with time and attendance, payroll tax management, and electronic payment options.

ADP’s payroll checklist provides a guide to all of the latest payroll software capabilities, which you can use to evaluate vendors. When you find a payroll service provider who can handle all of your needs, you may have more time to focus on growing your business and your profits.

How to compare payroll services

So, what do you get with a payroll provider? Here are some of the core features you should expect and look for when you compare payroll services or evaluate vendors:

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How ADP can help small business payroll processing

ADP offers small business payroll processing services to meet your needs, with flexible and affordable options that can save you time and help you comply with regulations. Some of our products also include a suite of HR features. Learn more or download our Small Business Payroll Buyer’s Checklist.

ADP Editorial Team The ADP editorial team is comprised of human resource professionals with extensive experience solving complex HR challenges for businesses of all sizes.

This guide is intended to be used as a starting point in analyzing how to do a payroll and is not a comprehensive resource of requirements. It offers practical information concerning the subject matter and is provided with the understanding that ADP is not rendering legal or tax guidance or other professional services. Please consult with your legal counsel.

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