Small Business: CA

Of all the things that are prone to internal errors in a company, payroll is certainly the most essential. It sustains the livelihoods of all the employees, maintains a brand reputation and minimizes operating costs. But it’s easy to get it wrong.  According to a Ceridian survey, 85% of respondents struggle with payroll technologies, which impedes […]

Is your company still cutting paper cheques or sending etransfers to pay employees? Hey, we get it — old habits die hard.  But when you stick to these outdated payment methods, you’re weighing your entire business down. Think about it — the time and money spent on writing, printing and waiting for cheques to clear […]

Learning how to track employee hours is part of doing business. Time-tracking makes it possible to pay your team the right amount and accurately manage your business workflow. Small businesses don’t have a ton of people to keep track of, so you should be able to streamline team tracking and payroll management on your own, […]

Have a small business in Canada? You’ll likely work with independent contractors for their flexibility and expertise. But heads up, they bring their own payroll hurdles like unique tax and payment rules. A misstep here could mean legal headaches like fines. The fix? Get independent contractor payroll software built for these challenges. Today, we’re diving […]

As a small business owner, you know that time is money. Accurate payroll, efficient project management and improved productivity are a big part of your business’s success.  But managing time can be a daunting and, well, time-consuming task. Especially when you’re juggling various jobs, specific projects, billable hours, invoices… The list goes on. Keeping up […]

Have a task or project your small business needs taken care of, but it’s outside your team’s scope? An independent contractor can help get the job done. Taking on the expertise of a contractor helps with handling tasks that your small business team can’t (or can’t yet — we see you doing your thing and […]

One of the most vulnerable assets to any business is payroll data, because it contains sensitive financial details, and confidential employee information. If your payroll data becomes exposed, the consequences will be severe. Think DEFCON 1 type scenario. That’s why we’ve developed this five-step strategy for enhanced payroll security, so your business can be well-equipped […]

Let’s face it, managing your payroll each month can be a complex and time-consuming process, especially in the fast-paced world of restaurant management. From calculating wages for hourly employees to tracking tips and handling payroll taxes, restaurant owners face unique payroll challenges.  Luckily, technology has come to the rescue with plenty of software solutions that […]

Paying your employees manually is no walk in the park. It’s usually boring, time-consuming and complex. A recent OnPay survey established that manually paying employees will cost 18 hours monthly. That’s where correctly setting up payroll comes in: To help eliminate these challenges taking up so much time and streamline employee remuneration. Yet, most tips […]

Running your own business can be an amazing adventure despite all the countless tasks that come with it. One of those very important tasks is paying your incredible employees. Providing an income isn’t just about crunching numbers — it’s also an opportunity to support their livelihood. So, buckle up and get ready to explore the […]

You’re running your own business. You’re on top of everything and multitasking like a champion. You’re also processing your payroll and calculating taxes and… kind of wishing you were doing literally anything else. We get it. Payroll isn’t exactly the most thrilling thing on your to-do list. Especially when you could be building up your […]

Pay equity, or the concept of equal pay for equal work, has been a hotly debated topic for decades. Yet, here we are in 2023 and the same problem is still around. Why do women typically earn less than men? And why do some people work in the same roles but earn different amounts? Canada’s […]

As a small business owner, you’ve got your hands full — and there’s just never enough time in the day. Between managing employees and sales, perfecting your products or services and trying to attract new customers, running a business can be exhausting! But it doesn’t have to be this way. Have you considered automation? A […]

Payroll is a non-negotiable aspect of doing business — it’s also one that you can’t mess up. You’re not only dealing with the livelihood of your employees, but the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is pretty unforgiving when it comes to payroll errors. So how can you streamline payroll to optimize processes and pave the way […]

When it comes to financial statements for business management, small business owners tend to fall into one of three categories: Small business owners who have their financial statements completely in order and use them to drive a thriving company. Small business owners who understand how financial statements work but are too busy to fully apply […]