When April arrives, most attention turns to income tax filings and deadlines. While CPAs and tax preparers take center stage, payroll often operates quietly in the background — even though it plays a critical role in an employer’s overall tax compliance. Payroll isn’t just about paying employees on time. It’s one of the primary data…
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To help meet first quarter (1Q26) close deadlines, please adhere to the important dates below. Quarter Close Change Deadline April 3: Last day to make changes to records in the ADP RUN for Partners (RUN) platform that impact taxability, such as SUI rate changes, voids and reissues, jurisdiction changes, Third Party Sick Pay, etc. Tax…
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For many employers, the word audit immediately triggers stress. Images of document requests, tight deadlines, and unexpected findings often come to mind. But in reality, payroll audits are a normal part of doing business — and most are far less intimidating than they sound. March is when many payroll-related audits begin to surface, making it…
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Please note that Presidents Day is Monday, February 16, and banks will be closed in observance of the holiday. This closure may affect payroll processing timelines and check dates for upcoming payrolls. We strongly recommend logging into your Secure HR payroll account to confirm your check date and applicable processing cut-off times to avoid any…
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By February, most employers have officially closed the prior payroll year — but questions, corrections, and follow-ups are often just beginning. Employees start reviewing their tax forms, accountants ask for clarification, and small discrepancies that went unnoticed in January can suddenly feel urgent. February payroll isn’t about starting fresh — it’s about confirming accuracy, responding…
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Understanding Tip Reporting in Payroll For employers with tipped employees, how tips are entered into payroll matters just as much as the amounts themselves. Different types of tips—cash vs. credit card, paid vs. owed, qualified vs. nonqualified—are treated differently for tax reporting, wage calculations, and compliance purposes. The payroll entry options below represent specific “buckets”…
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(And Why It Matters in the 2026 Filing Season) As payroll regulations continue to evolve, the Internal Revenue Service issued guidance related to tax year 2025 that employers and employees are now encountering during the 2026 filing and reporting season. This guidance focuses on cash tip reporting and qualified overtime compensation, along with transition relief…
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What is being called “The strongest anti-illegal immigration bill in the nation” was just signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The bill (SB 1718) highlights are: Requires employers to use E-Verify to check the employment eligibility of employees, and fines employers who fail to use E-Verify $1,000 per day. Suspends licenses of any employer who…
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Secure HR is the best local payroll service provider in Florida because we offer exceptional customer service, world-class payroll platforms, and outstanding value to our clients. Firstly, we believe that providing high-quality customer service is the cornerstone of any successful business relationship. At Secure HR, we understand that our clients have unique payroll needs and…
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Attention business owners! Are you tired of dealing with payroll on your own? Let Secure HR help you stay focused on your business with our top-notch payroll services. Here are the 3 main reasons why using Secure HR will benefit you: Stay in compliance: With ever-changing regulations, it can be challenging to stay up to…
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