Payroll services in Tampa
Payroll mistakes cost more than most bookkeeping mistakes, because the penalties start right away. Payroll is run on schedule, the filings go out on time, and year-end forms are handled without a scramble.
Who uses payroll services
- Businesses hiring their first employee
- S corporation owners paying themselves a salary
- Owners running payroll by hand or in a spreadsheet
- Businesses with payroll tax notices from the IRS or the state
What's included
Payroll runs
Weekly, biweekly or monthly pay with direct deposit.
Federal filings
Quarterly Form 941 and annual Form 940.
Florida reemployment tax
Quarterly RT-6 returns with the Florida Department of Revenue.
Year-end forms
W-2s for employees and 1099s for contractors, filed by January 31.
New hire setup
W-4s, I-9 guidance and Florida new hire reporting.
What affects the price
- Number of employees.
- Pay frequency.
- Number of states with employees.
- Benefits and retirement deductions.
Every engagement starts with a flat quote, before any work begins.
Payroll in Florida
Florida has no state income tax to withhold, which keeps payroll simpler than in most states. Employers still pay Florida reemployment tax each quarter, and businesses with remote employees in other states may need to register and withhold there.
Common questions
Do I need payroll as an S corporation owner?
Yes. S corporation owners who work in the business are expected to take a reasonable salary through payroll.
What is Florida reemployment tax?
Florida's unemployment insurance tax, paid by employers quarterly on Form RT-6.
Can you fix payroll tax notices?
Yes. Notices are reviewed and corrected filings or payments are made. See IRS tax help.
Do you pay contractors too?
Contractor payments can be tracked so 1099s are ready in January.
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Areas we serve
Payroll across Tampa and these nearby communities: