Considerations for Employers Involved in a Payroll Merger

Mergers and acquisitions have become commonplace, offering service providers, whether thriving or struggling, a path to inorganic growth. While often marketed as a strategic union that creates strength, the reality is this can cause disruption and uncertainty for clients. You cannot control if your payroll provider is acquired, but you can control your response—whether it […]

Unlocking Employee Financial Flexibility with Earned Wage Access

An EWA program compliments both employees and employers, creating a broader financial wellness program that can positively impact a business in terms of reduced turnover, lower absenteeism rates and boosted productivity. Learn how to unlock these benefits.

Protecting Payroll Data from Cyber Threats

Learn how to protect employee data and payroll information from cyber threats.

The Importance of a Payroll Approval Workflow

Payroll approval workflows are important as they provide a structured process to review and validate salary adjustments, minimize errors, uphold company policies, ensure accountability and mitigate risks associated with unauthorized changes. Learn how the Doeren Mayhew team can help you with your payroll approval workflows.

Top Payroll Trends for 2025: Staying Ahead of the Curve

Workplace dynamics are ever moving, forcing business owners and HR leaders to adapt. Furthermore, talent shifts, compliance challenges and technological advancements are leading the charge and changing the way we do business. Leaders who keep on top of emerging payroll trends and proactively identify ways to make their team more efficient could welcome a competitive […]

Complying With Payroll Record-Keeping Requirements

Payroll record keeping is important for every business, regardless of its employee size. But with all the forms, documents and regulatory agencies’ requirements, it can quickly become overwhelming for most employers. To avoid regulatory and legal scrutiny, it must be made a priority. Federal Requirements First, it’s imperative an employer comply with the federal Fair […]

The Importance of Pay Statement Compliance

Employers can face several potential compliance risks as they navigate pay statement disclosure requirements on a state-by-state basis. These risks include government audits, litigation, penalties and potential reputational harm. That’s why it’s critical to understand the importance of pay statement compliance to avoid its costly penalties.  Below we discuss the components of an effective pay […]

IRS Announces Some Amended Employment Tax Returns Can Be E-Filed

The IRS recently announced that certain amended employment tax returns can now be electronically filed using the Modernized e-File (MeF) program. Historically, paper filing was the only option. Which Amended Returns Can Be E-Filed? The following amended returns can be e-filed using the new program: Form 940, Employer’s Annual Federal Unemployment (FUTA) Tax Return Form […]

Michigan’s Minimum Wage Will Reach $12 in 2028

A recent ruling will result in increases to Michigan’s minimum wage and tipped minimum next year. The Michigan Supreme Court elected to reinstate two ballot initiatives, both previously adopted by the state legislature and subsequently watered down. The Michigan Paid Sick Leave Initiative and the Michigan Minimum Wage Increase Initiative were adopted by the Republican-controlled […]