Patriot Software

APRIL 6, 2022

Employers juggle many responsibilities, including calculating and withholding payroll taxes and other deductions. But, what exactly does payroll taxes include? If you’re wondering about understanding payroll taxes, never fear—your payroll taxes breakdown is here. What are payroll taxes?

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Payroll 98

Patriot Software

APRIL 2, 2024

Payroll contains sensitive employee information such as Social Security numbers and bank account details, making it a goldmine for cybercriminals. And because 43% of all data breaches target small businesses, payroll data security should be top of mind. Kickstart your payroll data security training here.

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Payroll Data Compliance Training Training 85

Patriot Software

AUGUST 9, 2021

In addition to giving employees their paychecks, you also have the cost of payroll taxes. So, how much does an employer pay in payroll taxes? Keep reading to learn more about the employer cost of payroll taxes. How much does an employer pay in payroll taxes? […] READ MORE.

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Payroll Compliance Training ATS 111

Patriot Software

MAY 30, 2024

Running payroll is more than cutting employees a check for their hours worked. Payroll takes time. You can use payroll KPIs, or key performance indicators, to analyze how well you manage payroll. A lot goes into calculating and withholding taxes and deductions. There’s room for mistakes and opportunities for improvement.

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Payroll Wellness Report 82

Patriot Software

AUGUST 31, 2022

What are payroll deductions? What are payroll deductions? Payroll deductions are […] READ MORE. But, are they pre-tax vs. post-tax deductions? What do you withhold from an employee’s take-home pay? Read on to learn the different deductions you have to take out of each employee’s paycheck.

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Payroll Compliance Training 95

Patriot Software

MAY 5, 2021

When it comes to running payroll, you have a lot of things to mark off on your to-do list. But after you pay employees, your payroll checklist isn’t finished just yet. From gathering timesheets to distributing pay stubs, there can be a lot of steps that go into paying your employees. You also need to […] READ MORE.

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Payroll Report 105

Patriot Software

AUGUST 31, 2022

Your pay frequency determines how often you process payroll and when employees receive their paychecks. Knowing the difference between biweekly vs. semimonthly payroll can prevent financial setbacks, keep your business legally […] READ MORE. Deciding on a pay frequency for your small business is an important decision.

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Payroll 93

Patriot Software

AUGUST 29, 2022

Collecting, reporting, and remitting payroll taxes are some of your key responsibilities when you have employees. And if you forget or downright neglect your responsibility, your small business could receive a penalty for not paying payroll taxes.

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Payroll Report 20

Patriot Software

APRIL 18, 2024

To get answers to these types of questions, analyze your payroll data. Use payroll analytics to make decisions, avoid overspending on payroll, and verify the accuracy of your payroll. Payroll data analytics isn’t about mindlessly […] Read More Who needs a raise?

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Payroll Analytics Data Report 89

Patriot Software

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Most employers handle direct deposit through their payroll software. Payroll services calculate employees’ wages, taxes and deductions, and take-home pay. […] Read More Direct deposit is a convenient payment method for employees, who receive their paycheck quickly and securely on payday.

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Payroll Software 86

Patriot Software

AUGUST 26, 2022

Sometimes, payroll mistakes happen. If you pay an employee less money than you should have during a pay period, you owe them retro pay. What is retro pay? What is retro pay? Retro pay, or retroactive pay, is the compensation you owe an employee for work performed during a previous pay period. The difference between […] READ MORE.

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Patriot Software

MAY 8, 2024

Understand payroll cutoffs to pay your team on time, every time. So, what is a “payroll cutoff?” What is a payroll cutoff? A payroll cutoff is the date […] Read More Paying your employees on time is essential, especially because 62% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck.

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Payroll 87

Patriot Software

MAY 4, 2022

When you have a restaurant business, there can be a lot that goes into payroll. From learning tip requirements to setting up a restaurant payroll solution, we’re here to help you become a pro at handling restaurant payroll. How to do restaurant payroll Payroll for restaurants […] READ MORE.

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Payroll How To Compliance Training ATS 90

Patriot Software

JULY 13, 2022

There are a lot of things to keep track of as a business owner, with payroll taxes being one of them. The IRS requires you to withhold payroll taxes on your employees’ earnings and also contribute payroll taxes. This process can be complicated if you aren’t prepared.

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Payroll How To Compliance Training 95

Patriot Software

MARCH 21, 2022

Ah yes, we’re talking about payroll. It’s a pretty common term in the workplace (Don’t forget to run payroll!). But, what is payroll exactly? Payroll definition spoiler alert: Payroll = paying employees. Without payroll, employees don’t get paid. One word, two syllables.

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Payroll 92

Patriot Software

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Running payroll accurately is arguably one of your most critical employer responsibilities. But even if you use a reliable payroll processing system, there’s room for user error. You might input numbers incorrectly, forget to add an employee’s pay raise, or fail to remove a terminated employee from your payroll.

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Payroll System 86

Patriot Software

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

There are a number of popular options, like weekly payroll, and some that are a little more out there, like bimonthly payroll. Have you ever heard of bimonthly payroll? You’re trying to figure out a decent pay frequency for your business. If you have, would you consider it for your small business?

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Payroll 93

Patriot Software

MAY 17, 2024

You must know each employee’s hours worked to run payroll. Show me how software can do […] Read More To do that, you must calculate hours worked. So, what does the process of calculating hours worked look like? Learn how to calculate hours worked step-by-step below, plus get an in-depth example. *I

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Payroll Tools How To Software 89

Patriot Software

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Step 2: Comply with your certified payroll reporting requirements. What is certified payroll? Contractors and subcontractors working on federally funded construction projects have an additional payroll responsibility known as certified payroll. Step 1: Land the contract for a federal government-funded job.

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Payroll Report 84

Patriot Software

OCTOBER 19, 2022

“How do I do payroll?” But if you’re going to hire employees, you will need to know how to do payroll. Running payroll goes far beyond multiplying employee hours by the hourly rate and handing over […] READ MORE.

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Payroll Compliance Training Hiring How To 82

Patriot Software

AUGUST 8, 2024

Instead of manually calculating gross pay, payroll taxes and deductions, and net pay, you might opt for payroll software. With the right software, you can run payroll in minutes—not hours—each pay period. But what kind of payroll features do you need to maximize your time savings […] Read More

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Payroll Software 81

Patriot Software

JULY 12, 2024

For many businesses, payroll is the largest expense. Plus, you have to pay for the cost of running payroll. But savvy business owners know there are ways to cut back on expenses, including payroll costs. The cost of an employee can be 32% more than their wages.

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Payroll Strategy How To 79

Patriot Software

AUGUST 15, 2022

You’re required to retain payroll records, sometimes for up to four years. Your to-do list as a business owner seems to get longer every day. There’s one more item you’ll have to check off—and this one is part of federal law. Don’t worry. This isn’t an impossible task. This article covers the agencies that require […] READ MORE.

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Payroll 91

Patriot Software

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Payroll compliance isn’t a once-per-year task you can easily check off. You must make sure your business is compliant with all payroll laws year-round. You can make payroll compliance easier and less stressful by doing tasks throughout the year. Remaining compliant is a big job.

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Payroll Compliance 83

Patriot Software

MARCH 9, 2023

And if you have employees who work the graveyard shift, you might not like the payroll issues that come with DST. Seven out of 10 Americans aren’t fans of changing the clocks at the start and end of daylight saving time (DST). So, how does daylight savings time work when employees are on the clock? […] Read More

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Payroll ATS 98

Patriot Software

OCTOBER 13, 2022

For some business owners, running payroll might be like learning a foreign language. Because you might not be familiar with these responsibilities, you might have some payroll questions. Payroll questions and answers When you become an employer, you need […] READ MORE.

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Payroll Compliance Training 85

Patriot Software

JANUARY 11, 2023

Software can make payroll—and your life—much easier. But it’s easy to get overwhelmed when shopping for payroll software. So, what is the best payroll software for small business? […] Read More. After all, there are a variety of tools to choose from.

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Payroll Software Tools Company 82

Patriot Software

OCTOBER 17, 2022

But, you might not be familiar with a payroll account. What is a payroll account, and should you consider opening one for your […] READ MORE. Keeping track of your expenses is part of being a business owner. You probably heard it said that you need a separate business bank account in addition to your personal bank account.

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Payroll 88

Patriot Software

OCTOBER 11, 2022

And at the start of the year, you want to get your payroll right. Whether you are a seasoned employer or running your first payroll, there are always things to learn and do. Read on for payroll tips to start your year out right. 5 Payroll […] READ MORE. Each new year is a chance for new beginnings.

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Payroll Compliance Training ATS 83

Patriot Software

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Withholding federal income tax from employee wages is a necessary (but tricky) part of running payroll. There is no standard amount you withhold from employee wages for federal income taxes. Instead, tax amounts are determined by factors like pay, Form W-4 withholding information, and filing status. But, what is filing status?

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Payroll 89

Patriot Software

AUGUST 29, 2022

One process that many businesses struggle with is payroll. If your process is making you suffer, it’s time to switch things up by reevaluating your payroll process procedures. Payroll […] READ MORE. What can you improve on? How can you make processes easier?

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Payroll How To 89

Patriot Software

AUGUST 22, 2022

Part of being an employer means running payroll. And chances are, you probably have to deal with a few types of payroll deductions, like 401(k) or health insurance, when paying employees.

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Payroll 84

Patriot Software

AUGUST 17, 2022

Your payroll records are chock-full of the personally identifiable information (PII) you need. As an employer, you must secure your payroll records against a potential PII breach. Unfortunately, hackers also want that data. And if one does occur, you need to take swift action.

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Payroll How To Data Compliance Training 84

Patriot Software

AUGUST 26, 2022

Doing payroll by hand can save your business money—if you do it correctly. But, small business owners are busy, and many who do payroll by hand often make costly mistakes. There are all sorts of laws, calculations, and taxes that you have to implement with precision. If you make a mistake, you may owe back […] READ MORE.

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Payroll How To 85

Patriot Software

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Mobile wallets and pay are slowly becoming the future of payroll. As an employer, you are likely familiar with the standard methods of paying employees, such as cash, checks, direct deposit, and pay cards. However, as technology advances, so do the methods of paying employees.

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Payroll 88

Patriot Software

OCTOBER 10, 2022

When your employees have a family status change, you need to update payroll records. Your employees might have a change in family status while at your small business. An employee could get married, while another might give birth to or adopt a child. What is a family status change? Change in family status is when […] READ MORE.

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Payroll How To ATS 87

Patriot Software

AUGUST 29, 2022

Many employers find themselves extending their hours of operation to keep up with customer demands. Businesses operating day and night need employees who are willing to work evening or late shifts. However, it can be difficult to recruit employees for these undesirable hours.

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