Archive for July 2025

July is here—and while you’re soaking up summer vibes, your payroll could be quietly stirring up trouble for year-end. A mid-year payroll checkup gives you the chance to catch small mistakes before they become big, expensive problems. Think of it as a routine tune-up for your business—you wouldn’t wait until your engine starts smoking to…

If you’re a small business owner, payroll probably isn’t the most exciting part of your day—but it’s one of the most important. Getting your employees paid accurately and on time, staying compliant with federal and state tax laws, and keeping up with reporting requirements is no small feat. And that brings us to a common…

Here’s a familiar payroll panic: it’s Thursday afternoon, payday is looming, and suddenly you realize someone’s hours weren’t entered, a deduction was missed, or a new employee wasn’t added to the run. Cue the frantic call to rerun payroll. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. At Payroll Complete, we work with small businesses across Alabama who…

When most small business owners think of audits, their minds jump straight to taxes. But payroll audits? They’re just as common—and potentially even more damaging if you’re caught unprepared. Whether triggered by a disgruntled former employee, an IRS review, or simply a missed filing, payroll audits are something every business in Alabama should take seriously.…

If you own or manage a small business in Alabama, you already wear too many hats—owner, manager, HR, maybe even lunch runner. But when it comes to payroll, a “do-it-yourself and hope for the best” approach can lead to costly mistakes, penalties, or worse: upset employees. At Payroll Complete, we’ve seen our fair share of…