EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

Effective May 7, 2022, New York employers will be required to provide notice to employees for certain types of electronic monitoring.

Understanding what to expect and how to prepare for Department of Labor audits is essential for employers. The U.S. and NYS Departments of Labor (DOL) can audit employers at any given time and are currently on the rise.

HR Evolution: Vendors vs. Partners in HR & Payroll Solutions Searching for a new technology solution to support your HR, payroll, and workforce management goals can be daunting. For some organizations their legacy technology may not be meeting their needs, but for many...

At the end of each calendar year, there are a few considerations for businesses. The end of the year is more of a psychologically significant time as people reflect on the past year and look forward to the future. It’s a natural time for planning, review budgeting, and...

Preparing for Year End is a long and stressful task. Businesses can use this 10-step checklist to make preparing for Year End just a little bit easier.

On October 21, 2021, New York Governor Kathy Hochul amended the state’s existing Secure Choice Saving Plan from a voluntary to a mandatory program.

EBC would like to remind you of the importance of remaining vigilant when it comes to fraudulent activity against clients and Payroll / Human Resources (HR) practitioners, specifically involving deceitful direct deposit information.

The IRS 2022 standard mileage rate for the business use of automobiles has increased 2.5 cents from 2021. Additionally, as of June 9th of this year, the IRS announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the final six months of 2022.

Whether the search for a new provider is just beginning, or you are looking switch payroll providers, it can seem like a daunting task. Yet, with the right knowledge and help the transition can be a smooth one. It's important to ask the right questions before you make...

New York State will increase the minimum wage to $13.20 an hour starting 12/31/2021