With the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), it’s important to stay informed about important, upcoming dates for 2014. Navigating new regulations can be a daunting task, and the tax penalties given for failing to do so are intimidating, particularly for a...

On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law, putting in place comprehensive reforms that improve access to affordable health coverage for all Americans. Often referred to as “Obamacare,” the ACA features strong consumer...

The Administrative Order to establish the Administrative Rules for the Eugene Sick Leave Ordinance (click here to download) was published by the City of Eugene January 6, beginning the 15 day comment period that will end at 5 pm on January 21. Any comments received...

The Eugene Sick Leave Ordinance is scheduled to go into effect July 1, 2015. At the same time Family Forward Oregon, a grass roots organization supporting the issue, plans to take the battle for paid sick-leave to the state legislature. The battle over paid sick leave...

In today's day and age, digital tools in the workplace have become the norm. From mapping data to completing payroll, these tools offer conveniences that can save your business time and money. Payroll Services Northwest uses these tools to make your office run...

For employers, addressing and planning around the changes that come with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is crucial. Failure to comply with the ACA can result in harsh penalties and choosing a health care policy for your company can be difficult. Fortunately, this...

Despite everyone's best efforts, common payroll mistakes plague every company. With the IRS devoting extra resources to close the tax gap, companies must be more vigilant than ever in order to avoid costly employment tax penalties. At Payroll Specialties NW, we have...

The first week of this September marks the 17th annual National Payroll Week, a celebration that recognizes America’s hardworking payroll service providers and their collaboration with businesses and workers across the country. Payroll service companies like Payroll...

Do you get a headache every time you think about the hundreds of legal and regulatory changes that occur in payroll processing each year? Do tax calculations make you nervous and keep you up at night? As a business owner, why spend your time on administrative...

If you’re a small business, then tax season can be a stressful time. Is your payroll processing done correctly? Are your timesheets accurate? Will your records meet IRS standards?Take a deep breath and turn on your computer. Payroll Specialities NW can help take the...

Automated timekeeping is one of the easiest ways to save your business time and money by making your payroll more accurate and efficient. With time tracking software, valuable employee time will no longer be wasted totaling and verifying time cards. Instead, automated...

For companies with a large workforce, payroll processing and reporting can be difficult to navigate in-house. In addition to security concerns, efficiency and accuracy can be hard to prioritize, and reporting can eat up valuable time. Payroll Specialties NW addresses...

On January 11, 2018, the IRS issued revised income tax withholding tables for employee paychecks to comply with the 2017 Tax Bill. Employers and payroll staff were instructed to implement the 2018 withholding tables as soon as possible, but not later than Feb. 15,...

With the holiday season fast approaching, we thought it would be appropriate to republish this article originally created by our sister HR company, Personnel Management Systems (PMSI). Like many things in HR, simple questions often require complex answers. If in...

It's a little known fact that August 24th is Vesuvius Day. On this day in 79AD the infamous volcano buried the town of Pompeii under a cloud of toxic gas followed by a flow of hot rock and ash. Sometimes frustrations at work can make us feel like a volcano ready to...

With temperatures heating up it is natural that we all start thinking of that ritual we all enjoyed as kids - the Summer Vacation. Unfortunately as adults we have many more responsibilities than we had in the past and fewer and fewer of us are taking advantage of not...

This month's blog post is provided by Carl Robinson, Ph.D., Advanced Leadership ConsultingA few years ago, a client of mine was leading the marketing department of a major financial services firm: high profile, internationally respected brand. Many of his people...

An Employee Handbook is an efficient and consistent tool for managing the complex employee/employer relationship.Employee handbooks can help accomplish the following: Improve Company CommunicationsEmployee handbooks provide an excellent and comprehensive way to...

The new year is a great time to encourage employees to meet health and fitness goals. Many want to participate in wellness programs, but may feel it's too hard, unfamiliar or inconvenient. Employers and managers may see a wellness program as a frivolous cost with no...

ACA: Administration’s Health Care Order – May Improve Availability & Affordability – But Congress Still Must ActThe Administration’s recent executive order, which will expand health-insurance options for individuals battered by rising premiums and fleeing...