The virtual office model means employees aren’t housed in one site — they’re probably working out of their own homes or in rented office spaces across the country or even all over the world. Thanks to conferencing technology, including programs like Skype, and screen-sharing technologies like Joine.me, virtual offices can approximate traditional setups. And the […]
There are some questions that, if asked by HR or the hiring manager during a job interview, could put a company at risk for legal action. There are numerous state and federal anti-discrimination laws designed to ensure that employers hire based on skill, not stereotypes. Do you know what’s fair game?
It’s been estimated that some two-thirds of new grads don’t know where their education and skills can be applied to the workforce. This makes screening critical: Look for candidates who seem to have balanced a lot of activities in college — played a sport, participated in student government or had a strong GPA in a […]
Salaries and wages are one of the largest costs for any company and can feel like the most difficult to control. But it doesn’t have to be this way. At LCAF Payroll, we eliminate the stress that comes with payroll by providing full-service payroll options. We’ve also put together a list of areas to help […]
Businesses affected by wildfires in seven California counties have until Jan. 31, 2018, to file certain tax returns and make certain tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service said Sept. 13.
Employers with between 20 and 49 employees must provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid job-protected parental leave to bond with a new child within one year of the child’s birth, adoption, or foster-care placement, effective Jan. 1, 2018, under a measure (S.B. 63) signed Oct. 12 by California Gov. Jerry Brown (D).
One of the most important tax and payroll issues a company has to address is who is an actual employee and who is an independent contractor. Once you have that worked out, your next step is making sure each category of workers gets the right forms. True employees get a Form W-2 each year, and […]
Whether you handle payroll in-house or you outsource your services, providing employees with their earnings in a timely, accurate fashion is of the utmost importance. That’s why understanding checks and deposits are so essential. At LCAF Payroll, we take this burden off your shoulders. All you have to worry about is ensuring that your cash […]
Don’t let poor communication among your workers and managers get worse. It can lead to a serious decline in your firm’s health. But there are ways to perk up communication. Here are some smart tips for improvement:
A bonus is a payment that’s in addition to an employee’s salary. There are various types of bonus arrangements. Most common is merit-based — an individual earns a bonus based on performance. Sometimes, though, an incentive is based on how well the company is doing or a combination of the individual’s and the firm’s achievements.
