5 Tips for Setting Up a New Company’s Payroll

by SurePayroll Chicago
October 16, 2015

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Are you in the process of getting your business up and running? Although you are wearing many hats at this time, it is important to pay the most attention to the details that can “make or break” your company during the startup phase.
 
If you don’t know the first thing about setting up payroll for your company, there is no better time than now to learn. After all, this is something you need to figure out sooner rather than later.
 
Tips for Getting Started
 
Before we go any further, it is important to note that the steps you take to get started may not be the same as the next company. For example, the state in which your company is located could impact how you move forward.
 
Here are five general tips for getting started:
 
1. Request an employer identification number (EIN). Before you do anything, you should contact the IRS to get an employer identification number. You will use this number time and time again, including when it comes time to setup payroll.
 
2. Check state and local laws. Does your state and/or local government require an ID number to process taxes? If you cannot dig up this information on your own, don’t be shy about contacting your tax professional for assistance.
 
3. Don’t overlook the importance of employee paperwork. If you are hiring full or part-time employees, they must fill out federal income withholding form W-4. This will ensure that you are withholding the appropriate federal income tax during each pay period.
 
4. Choose a pay period. There are many options, including monthly and bi-monthly, so make sure you consider the pros and cons of each.
 
Note: since you don’t want to change pay periods regularly, do your best to make the right decision the first time around.
 
5. Select a payroll provider. Although you may be tempted to handle everything on your own, you are better off choosing a payroll company that can provide you with the assistance you need regardless of your location or requirements. Click here for a price quote on easy online payroll services.
 
With these five tips guiding you, setting up payroll for a new company does not have to be a challenge.
 
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