In 2019, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted 6,456 Form I-9 audits and issued over $14.3M in judicial fines, forfeitures, and restitutions against employers in violation of employment eligibility verification requirements. And there’s no sign the checks are slowing down. To avoid costly penalties, it’s essential to ensure your I-9 policies and procedures are compliant. But just what does that require? At Complete Payroll Solutions, our certified HR professionals assist companies with the full employee life cycle, from hiring through termination. We understand exactly what you need ..read more

Even though many companies are experiencing a shortage of available workers right now, that doesn’t mean you should skip one of the most important steps in the hiring process: background checks. These valuable tools can help ensure you make a good choice for your position and culture – and avoid a bad hire. But with multiple options available to screen candidates, how do you decide on the best approach for your business? Complete Payroll Solutions provides outsourced HR recruiting services to help thousands of companies find and onboard the right talent. We know the value of background checks ..read more

Health insurance remains the most popular employee benefit, with over 70% of private companies offering it. So if you’re thinking about offering health insurance to help attract and retain workers, you probably have lots of questions about how to get started. That’s natural since there are so many factors to consider when designing your employee benefits. Complete Payroll Solutions is a health insurance broker to thousands of small and mid-sized companies. We know health insurance can be an important benefit for your workers, but it can also be overwhelming to understand all the rules and requ ..read more

Bringing on new employees can be an exciting time for your business. But it can also be challenging to make sure you’re meeting all the legal requirements when hiring. One of the steps many companies get wrong is Form I-9 compliance. And if you’re in certain industries, the risk of an audit – and serious penalties – is very high. Complete Payroll Solutions’ certified HR professionals help organizations of all sizes and in all industries comply with the rules and regulations governing the onboarding of new employees. We know there’s a lot of paperwork to worry about, and it can quickly get comp ..read more

For many employees, knowing they can tap into their retirement savings in the event of an emergency by taking a 401(k) loan can give them peace of mind – and boost their 401(k) participation. But if you’re thinking about this feature, there are a lot of factors to consider in deciding if it’s right for your organization, from loan rules to administrative requirements. Complete Payroll Solutions is a third-party administrator that helps companies of all sizes design the ideal retirement plan for their employees. To help you understand if a loan feature is a good idea for your organization, here ..read more

If you decide to outsource payroll to increase your accuracy and efficiency, one of the ways you can gain even more benefits from your partnership is by having the vendor file your payroll taxes for you. And if they do, you’ll likely need to grant power of attorney (POA) or similar authority to enable them to communicate on your behalf about any issues that may arise. So just what’s involved in assigning power of attorney? At Complete Payroll Solutions, we’ve been providing outsourced payroll services for over 18 years so we understand the rules and requirements when using a third party to man ..read more

There are an estimated 380,000 churches in the US plus over 80,000 religious charities and nonprofits. If you’re one of these organizations, then you have some unique considerations when it comes to payroll for church employees. While there are many similarities with payroll for for-profit organizations, your church or other religious entity may have to follow different rules and regulations, which can get complicated. To help you understand your obligations when it comes to payroll, here we’ll discuss: What is considered a church or religious organization under the IRS How do I set up church ..read more

Amid the current labor shortage, you may be thinking about offering a 401(k) to incent workers to join or stay at your company. But you may worry about the time and responsibilities involved in starting a plan for workers. Fortunately, it’s easier than you probably expect to begin reaping the benefits of a 401(k) for you and your employees. Complete Payroll Solutions is a 401(k) provider to thousands of companies. We understand just what’s involved in launching a plan at your company. So you can decide if implementing a retirement plan for your workers is right for you, here we’ll discuss: Wh ..read more

As many as 1 in 4 employees plans to leave their employer as the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. In fact, 4 million people quit their jobs in April alone, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Amid the mass exodus right now, if you’re like many employers, you’ve experienced the recent resignation trend personally. In a tight labor market, that can have a significant effect on the future of your business. Complete Payroll Solutions’ certified HR professionals help companies develop effective strategies to recruit and retain workers, even in today’s job-hopping environment. To help you imp ..read more

There are about 18 million veterans in the US, a sizable number of potential employees to tap in today’s tight labor market. But if you’ve never hired a candidate with veteran status before, you may wonder whether there are any special considerations you need to be aware of when recruiting. Complete Payroll Solutions’ certified HR professionals assist thousands of employers on hiring and onboarding workers, including veterans. While veterans bring numerous benefits to the workplace like their teamwork, quick thinking and discipline, there are some unique considerations when hiring these employ ..read more