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Why Would a CPA Recommend a PEO?
The primary focus of a certified public accountant (CPA) is money management. From auditing finances to overseeing the budget and financial planning, CPAs help their clients manage and save money. When looking at income and expense reports, health benefits are one of the largest expenses after payroll. As health insurance premiums continue to escalate, clients…
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FLSA Overtime Regulations Every Employer Should Know
How to Comply with FLSA Overtime Regulations As an employer, you’ve certainly heard of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This regulation sets working standards that affect eligible employees, including: Overtime Minimum wage Recordkeeping Child labor Nursing mothers It’s vital to understand FLSA overtime regulations and other requirements and whether you are compliant. Let’s explore…
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Handling Employee Complaints Against a Manager or Leader
Handling employee complaints is part and parcel of an HR professional’s role. It can be especially tricky when the complaint is severe and the perpetrator is the employee’s manager or leader. As an employer, you need to provide employees with a process and safe space for them to report incidents of harassment or abuse. You…
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7 Advantages of Using an Electronic Onboarding System
Onboarding is the process of familiarizing new employees with your company’s culture, policies, and procedures that will set them up for success in their new role. A robust onboarding process is vital for employees to obtain the necessary skills and knowledge to become effective members of your organization. There are many components to onboarding, and…
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5 reasons why you should use an online benefits enrollment system
If you are still collecting paper benefits enrollment forms – now is the time to switch it up. We get it – change is daunting – but you’ll thank us for this one! Using an online benefits enrollment system will simplify and streamline the process. This translates to greater efficiency and even compliance. While there…
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How a PEO Provides Growth Opportunities for Small Business
This one is for the small business owner. If you are not a small business owner yourself, pass this article along to one you know. They’ll thank you for it—I promise! Many small (or even mid-sized) business owners wear multiple hats. It’s simply the nature of the beast when starting up your own company. You…
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Should Your Organization Hire an Individual With a Criminal Record?
Employers may feel hesitant in hiring an individual with a criminal record. It’s understandable. In all likelihood, it’s probably due to the stigma and perception that criminals are more likely to be unreliable and commit an act of misconduct. But, much research on the employment of people with criminal histories shows that this is not…
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Your Unemployment Claims Questions Answered
Unemployment claims are filed by an employee after termination of employment. When a claim is filed, employers receive notification from the state regarding the claim. It is essential to know what your responsibilities are when validating and responding to a claim. Failing to respond to an unemployment claim promptly could result in penalties in the…
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Best practices for employee termination
Out of all the roles and responsibilities you have as a manager, there is not a more challenging task than letting an employee go. It’s especially difficult when you have to make lay-offs or separate from an employee who is essentially a good person, but just can’t perform. Whatever the reason, a separation must occur.…
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3 Best Practices To Achieve Pay Equity In Your Organization
In 2018, Deloitte introduced a new concept—a social enterprise. It refers to an organization that fulfills social expectations such as providing equal opportunities for individuals to earn a respectable living, closing the wage gap, and investing in causes outside the organization that directly impacts society. In a realm where social enterprises are being mandated by…
Category: Employment Law Compliance
