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🍂A Plateful of Grateful for Payroll!
- Humanic Global
- Nov 27, 2024
- 2 min read
Hello Payroll Professionals, and the folks that are here out of respect for adding additional traction to the often overlooked protectors of payday. 😉 The work of the payroller enables livelihoods—and that's no small feat!
If you haven't heard it enough this year: Thank you for what you do!
☑️ For Software-Only users and Subscribers: A Checklist for year-end preparedness will be sent directly to your inbox soon 📩 ☑️ For All Outsourcing Clients: You're checklist is handled already! Kick-back and relax 🍵 ☑️For those that are still evaluating options, enjoy a short list of our favorite tips and takeaways - check 'em out below 👇👇👇 'Tis the Season 😉🍂
Year-End Readiness: Tips for a Smoother Close
Review Employee Records
🎅What's that 'holly-jolly' rule? 🎅 Oh, Right: "Make a list, check it twice!"
Ensure names, addresses, Social Security Numbers, and tax information are up-to-date.
Catching errors NOW can save you hours (or days!) of corrections in January.
Double-Check Compliance Changes
Review any tax or wage changes from the past year.
Did your state introduce a new paid leave tax?
Are there updates to federal thresholds for FICA or FUTA?
Plan for Year-End Bonuses
Whether it’s cash, gift cards, or other incentives, ensure bonuses are processed correctly for tax withholding.
Remember, fringe benefits often require special attention.
Reconcile Quarterly Reports
Compare year-to-date totals with quarterly filings to ensure alignment.
A reconciliation audit now can prevent discrepancies that delay filings later.
Communicate with Employees
Send reminders about relevant year-end deadlines for things like address updates and W-2 delivery preferences (mail or digital).
Proactive communication may not catch all of your favorite problem-children, but they certainly help to reduces confusion—and inbox overload!
Make sure you set deadlines with enough time for late-luke's-and-lucy's to submit late without interfering with your schedule or peace of mind.
Looking Ahead to 2025
Once the dust of year-end settles, take a moment to reflect on your system and processes.
💻 Are there tools or automations that could lighten your load next year?
📤 Are there certain back-office tasks during the busy-season that could benefit from an outsourcing service?
Emerging trends like integrated workforce management platforms or AI-powered compliance tools, offer promising ways to streamline workflows and take pressure off of teams.
We hope you enjoy your best year-end yet and if you're interested in learning more about Humanic's COMPLETE Payroll Solution, we'd love to show ya!
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Thanks, Humanic, for sharing incredibox helpful checklist! I used to have to edit personnel information right before the deadline, and it was a real sleep-saver. Now I always take the time to check the files before December, and it saves a lot of effort. I look forward to learning more about the AI compliance trends mentioned in this article.