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  • Dedicated virtual assistants, fully vetted and fully managed.

    Stellar Staff places dedicated, full-time virtual assistants with US businesses that need real capacity, not another freelancer to manage. Clients interview a shortlist of pre-vetted candidates, pick the one they want, and start in five to six days. We handle sourcing, screening, onboarding, payroll, taxes...

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    Newport Beach, California
    Number of Employees
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    Average Hourly Rate
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  • Smart Accounting Solutions for Your Business

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    • Business Consulting
    Location
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
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    Minimal Budget
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  • Solutions For Small Businesses

    Corel Consulting is an Ohio-based outsourced HR and payroll consulting company providing fractional HR, talent acquisition, payroll administration, and people-management solutions to growing businesses. With 20+ years of HR expertise, the company embeds dedicated HR and talent partners into client teams to...

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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
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    Minimal Budget
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  • Your Financial Success, Simplified.

    The firm offers tax, accounting and consulting services. We handle the back-office and bookkeeping functions of many private companies in South Florida. We are also happy to report that our lists continue to grow...

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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
  • Your Scalable Outsourced Accounting Solutions

    TGG Accounting is a leading provider of outsourced accounting and business advisory services for small to mid-sized businesses across industry...

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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Connecting Businesses With High-Intent Customers

    First Call Solutions helps businesses grow through performance marketing, lead generation, and pay-per-call solutions. We specialize in delivering high-quality leads, inbound calls, and customer acquisition solutions across insurance, healthcare, home services, legal, and financial industries. Our focus is on...

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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Manage Individual And Business Accounts

    CPA Clinics is a global accounting and financial services firm that connects businesses and individuals with certified financial specialists to deliver reliable, compliance-driven solutions. The company offers a broad range of services including bookkeeping, accounting, tax advisory, payroll management, and...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
  • Turning Accounting and Tax Services into Strategic Growth Opportunities

    KFN Accounting & Financial, LLC is a premier consulting firm in Illinois, offering expert accounting, tax planning, CFO services, and business consulting tailored to small and medium-sized businesses. With a commitment to integrity and personalized solutions, we help clients optimize their financial resources...

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    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Deerfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Keeping You First

    FBSPL is an ITES and BPM company founded in 2006. We provide business process management and IT service delivery solutions to businesses worldwide...

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    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • "Your Trusted Service Partner, Across the Nation."

    ASK 2 PRO delivers expert virtual assistant services nationwide, helping businesses streamline tasks, boost efficiency, and expand their network. From admin to communication, we handle the details so you can focus on growth and success...

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    • AI Development
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $7/hr
  • Engineered for Innovation. Built to Scale. Designed to Last.

    At North Star Technology, we engineer strategic digital ecosystems that empower businesses to scale, compete, and thrive. From custom WordPress websites to IT infrastructure, automation, and Microsoft 365 solutions, we create technology-driven strategies designed for long-term success...

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    Location
    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $170/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The World's Top Talent for Remote Teams!

    1840 & Company is a global provider of talent and team solutions devoted to empowering businesses with scalable, on-demand workforce solutions. With a stringent verification procedure and a network of professionals in 150 countries, we connect organizations with remote talent of the highest caliber. Our...

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    • BPO
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Location
    Overland Park, Kansas
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Global Accounting Expertise

    PKF O’Connor Davies is the lead North American representative in PKF International, a global network of legally independent accounting and advisory firms located in over 400 locations, in 150 countries around the world...

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    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
  • A Fractional Finance Department, as a Service, Built to Scale

    Graphite is a full-service, fractional accounting and finance firm specializing in early-stage, high-growth startups...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Listen. We Evaluate. We Advise.

    Baharestani & Ritt LLP is a CPA firm that delivers exceptional accounting, tax and wealth-building services. We are boutique in size, but not in results. We are absolutely committed to your bottom line. We understand that we succeed only when you do. That's why everybody you work with here is highly trained...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Success Is Our Business.

    "Braj Aggarwal, CPA, PC is a leading cpa and accounting firm in New York. We provides services like Bookkeeping, Accounting, Taxation, Payroll, Virtual CFO, Audit and Assurance, Dental CPA, SEC, and incorporation services. Our entrepreneurial-minded, results-focused approach is what ensures our clients...

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    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A Legacy Built on Trust, Innovation, and Exceeding Expectations

    NCheng LLP was founded in 1989 in New York City. Our practice is dedicated entirely to serve the not-for profit community and we have achieved broad recognition and reputation for our high quality professional services. We provide a full range of services in audits, accounting and financial management support...

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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
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  • Facilitating the Good Deeds of Amazing Organizations Since 1998

    Kiwi Partners delivers high quality Project Management, Accounting, Consulting Services, and HR services to the nonprofit community. For over 20 years, our consistent high quality service have provided clarity to the reader of a nonprofit’s financial statement, enhanced funders’ confidence to give, and...

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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Leading the Path to Financial Success

    Schulman Lobel is a full-service accounting, advising, and business management firm. We take a personal interest in your financial stability and success. Our solutions are cost-effective, resulting in savings that improve the bottom line. Our trusted professionals are ready to lead you on your path to...

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    • Accounting
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Proactive Financial Management

    Mathews, Samuel & Associates offer proactive advice and specialist knowledge to help clients attain their goals. Our dedicated tax practice brings together a group of tax professionals whose aim is to ensure personal and business clients minimize their tax payments, both now and in the future. We are an...

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    Location
    Stafford, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Expert Accounting Services

    We are a team of trusted advisors providing our clients with expertise, technologically advanced tools, results-based metrics and personalized service needed to optimize personal and business finances. Responsive, reliable, and recognized for our extensive knowledge of key accounting, tax and financial...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    Katy, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Tax Planning & Preparation

    At Strickler & Prieto, we provide a complete range of international tax, accounting, financial, business and consulting services. Our professional team is experienced in international business structures, tax planning and general business consulting. We understand the challenges of foreign exchange, and U.S...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    El Paso, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Top-Notch Accounting Services

    Prime Accounting Solutions provides top-notch accounting services at affordable prices — we are locally owned and operated, and providing accounting solutions for small businesses as well as being licensed tax preparers. Our goal is simple; provide our clients with peace of mind knowing their financials are...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    Culver City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Business Consulting for Financial Efficiency

    Allen Street Consulting offers a comprehensive range of services designed to enhance financial efficiency for small businesses and nonprofits in Western New York. From setting up and optimizing QuickBooks for seamless bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and inventory control to providing expert guidance on...

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    • Accounting
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    Location
    Buffalo, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Trusted Accounting Firm

    Accountrix offers outsourced bookkeeping and accounting services in Ontario and Canada. Let us be your trusted partner in managing your business's complexities...

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    • Accounting
    Location
    Ontario, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • People-first Hr With Practical Integrity

    HR Advantage Consultants is a people-centered HR consulting firm that helps businesses build stronger teams, improve workplace practices, and navigate HR challenges with confidence. We provide customized support in recruiting, employee relations, compliance, performance management, training, leadership...

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    • HR Outsourcing
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    Location
    Palm Desert, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Trusted Partner For All Your Business Needs

    Allianze Infosolution is a leading BPO and AI data automation company in the USA offering data processing, virtual assistance, finance, healthcare, and engineering solutions...

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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Zero-fee nearshore staffing. Vetted LATAM talent in US time zones.

    Virtustant places pre-vetted Latin American professionals with US companies and never charges recruitment fees: clients pay only the hire's salary, payroll and compliance included. Shortlists arrive in 48 hours, average time-to-hire is 3 days, and every placement carries a lifetime replacement guarantee...

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    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $12/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Virtual Assistant Agency For Growing Businesses

    The Peak Hire helps busy founders and growing teams reclaim their time with dependable virtual assistants matched to their actual workflows. Our remote professionals support administration, customer service, sales, recruiting, operations, bookkeeping, CRM management, scheduling, inbox management and lead...

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    • BPO
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • The uber of tax preparation services.

    Taxes Served Corporation is your trusted partner in comprehensive financial solutions. Our dedicated team is committed to providing top-notch services in tax, bookkeeping, and payroll to meet the unique needs of your business...

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    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Hoboken, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Medical Billing & RCM Company For Healthcare Practices

    Revix MD provides medical billing, revenue cycle management, medical coding, claims processing, denial management, AR recovery, and practice management services for healthcare providers across the United States...

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    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    • BPO
    Location
    Corona, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
  • CMMI Level 3 and ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified IT organization.

    A global digital transformation partner with 22+ years of experience, helping businesses modernize and scale with AI, ML, IoT, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions across industries like finance, manufacturing, telecom, and retail...

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    • Cybersecurity
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    Location
    Piscataway, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Accounting & Advisory Services

    Client-centered Accounting & Advisory Services. We assist businesses in achieving success by providing virtually enabled, scalable, and cost-effective business solutions. Working with a diverse clientele, our Buffalo, NY, CPA team provides highly personalized and quality solutions tailored to niche...

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    Location
    Buffalo, New York
    Number of Employees
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  • Business Made Better

    ProfitWerx helps small businesses in Klamath Falls and surrounding communities get more from their technology and online presence. We provide professional IT services, technical support, web design, and SEO solutions designed to help businesses run better and grow...

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    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Klamath Falls, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • From individuals and entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized businesses, right through to large corporations and government bodies, our administrative assistants are helping our clients become more efficient by streamlining their processes...

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    • Customer Support
    • BPO
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $24/hr
  • Hardware + AI Agents For Columbus Entrepreneurs

    CBus AI Agents builds custom AI agent systems and hardware setups for small businesses in Columbus, Dublin, and Central Ohio. Founder-led by Jeff Binek: Army veteran, Ohio State grad, 16-year business owner turned AI consultant...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Business Consulting
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Dublin, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $115/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Flexible Talent, Scalable Teams, Global Impact

    Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Houston, Mindwhiz provides flexible staff augmentation services designed to meet workforce demands across construction, IT (cybersecurity), accounting and finance. We help companies scale faster with skilled talent, delivered through a hybrid model that blends global reach...

    Top Services:

    • Staff Augmentation
    • IT Services
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
  • Your Trusted Partner In Virtual Support & Business Efficiency

    Prossistant is your trusted partner in business support, streamlining operations, client communication, and back-office processes. Our skilled team delivers tailored assistance across marketing, sales, administration, accounting, paralegal, and technical workflows. Integrated seamlessly into your systems, we...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Accounting
    • Customer Support
    Location
    Madison, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
  • We Provide Innovative, Strategic Thinking To Bring Financial Peace of Mind.

    Bowman has earned a reputation for providing innovative, forward-thinking tax planning strategies, consulting services, and audit and accounting services in a personalized, fun way. We are trusted business and financial advisors to closely-held and family businesses in the Stockton region, throughout...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    Location
    Stockton, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • New York Small Business Tax and Bookkeeping Done For You

    Spear CPA CFP is a business-focused tax, accounting, and consulting firm that specializes in New York City businesses. Since 2004, our one-stop shop has helped hundreds of business clients with a variety of comprehensive tax services...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Transformation Partners

    Bay Forward is a multinational ecosystem service provider and technology consulting firm specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementations, artificial intelligence, and financial management. They help businesses automate operations and scale by providing fractional CFO services, bookkeeping...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • CRO
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    Location
    Miami Lakes, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Intugo is an Employer of Record and Infrastructure provider that enables companies to establish an extension of their existing operations with dedicated talent from Mexico and recruited to their specific requirements...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Call Centers
    • HR Outsourcing
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    Location
    Tucson, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • Financial Clarity Better Decisions More Profit

    Profit Labs is a specialized financial advisory and accounting firm that helps marketing, creative, and service agencies improve profitability through agency-specific bookkeeping, strategic finance, forecasting, and operational insights. It acts as an outsourced finance department, enabling agency owners to...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Colorado, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Tenebris Design crafts bold, modern websites that blend creativity with functionality. We specialize in redesigns, development, and digital strategies that help brands grow online. Our mission is to deliver stunning design with measurable impact...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $32/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Inspiring With Intelligence

    We at 5Fusion Tech LLC, develop your best websites, software's and social media marketing and guide you throughout the process to facilitate your business and make it easy for your to other aspects of your business...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRM Consulting
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • One Consultation Could Save Your Business Thousands.

    Our team consists of Certified Public Accountants (CPA’s), Enrolled Agents (EA’s), and other experts dedicated to making accounting and taxes easy and affordable for individuals and small business. We are here to answer all your tax questions from basic to complex, with experts in all 50 states and every...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Implementing the Future.

    Serving small business in coastal communities since 2,000. A one-stop-shop, OurWebmaster does most everything in-house or will have a resource available to supply your need. OurWebmaster utilizes both commercial and open-source software to accomplish customer objectives...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • The operations layer for modern law firms.

    Law is the work. Everything around it is operations. Getting found, signing clients, billing, following up, and the AI that ties it together. That is what we build, and what we run...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • AEO
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when hiring a payroll company in the United States?

When hiring a payroll company in the United States, look for the following attributes to verify its reliability and credibility: 

  • Relevant experience: Seek case studies similar to your business structure and industry 
  • Regulatory knowledge: Verify its understanding of the geographic and industry-specific tax, labor, and payroll regulations regarding your business 
  • Client reviews: Request verifiable client references and reviews to assess service quality and customer satisfaction 
  • Tech stack: Check if the payroll, accounting, and HR solutions can scale and integrate with your system 
  • Clear processes: Assess if it has a structured payroll process, including tax filing, error resolution, and compliance checks 
  • Transparent reporting: Look for clear, accurate, and timely payroll reporting 
  • Reliable support: Ensure access to a dedicated support team, available 24/7 or during extended hours for quick resolution and emergency cases  
  • Up-to-date knowledge: See if its articles, blogs, and other content demonstrate understanding of the latest laws and regulations 
  • Compliance standing: Examine if the US payroll company adheres to IRS and DOL regulations for its own operations and employees, as this reflects its ability to manage your company’s payroll activities 

What factors affect the pricing of payroll services in the United States?

The key factors that affect payroll services in the United States include: 

  • Company size: Payroll companies conventionally charge per employee, making bigger team sizes more expensive. 
  • Service scope: Tax filing, benefit administration, and year-end reporting are often considered an add-on to the base fee. 
  • Service frequency: Weekly or bi-weekly payroll schedules require more resources than a monthly schedule, resulting in higher costs.  
  • Compliance requirements: Global, multi-state, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., union rules and healthcare) add to the complexity of payroll computation. 
  • Support and service level: Higher-tier services, such as a dedicated account manager or 24/7 human support teams, have premium fees. 
  • Technology stack: Data migration, system configuration, and employee training usually appear as one-time setup fees. 

On average, you can expect to pay a monthly base fee of $50-$80 and an additional $6-$12 per employee per month. 

How can I verify the credentials of a United States payroll company?

You can verify the credentials of a United States payroll company by: 

  • Examining its CPEO standing under the IRS public listing  
  • Analyzing its use and knowledge of the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System  
  • Checking its Employer Identification Number (EIN) and registration in the Secretary of State  
  • Assessing the company’s IRS and DOL track record  
  • Asking about its PayrollOrg membership and individual team certification (e.g., Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) and Certified Payroll Professional (CPP  
  • Ensuring the company has Certified Public Accountants (CPA) on its team  
  • Seeing if its SOC2, ISO, BBB, and other certifications are up to date 

What red flags should I avoid when selecting a payroll company in the United States?

When selecting a payroll company in the United States, avoid the following red flags: 

  • Outdated knowledge on the state and federal labor and tax laws  
  • No proven track record in your industry and business locations, including case studies and client references  
  • Overwhelmingly negative reviews and poor customer service  
  • History of missed filing deadlines, deposit dates, and data inaccuracies  
  • Ambiguous payroll and mid-year onboarding processes  
  • Weak data security practices  
  • Lack of error ownership  
  • Lack of pricing transparency 

What questions should I ask a United States payroll company before hiring?

Ask these questions before hiring a United States payroll company to gauge their expertise: 

  1. What is your experience in handling multi-state and global employees? 
  2. How do you stay up to date with the latest regulatory issues and changes? 
  3. Can you provide case studies and client references of businesses similar to ours? 
  4. What technologies do you use, and how will you integrate them into my system? 
  5. What is your approach to compliance, security, and error resolution?