Payroll processing and multi-state tax compliance from 406 Consulting Group
PAYROLL SERVICES

Payroll That Just Works

Accurate. Compliant. On time. Every time.
Your employees get paid correctly, and you stay out of trouble with regulators.

And when your payroll, bookkeeping, and taxes are all handled by the same team, classification decisions are made with full context — not in isolation.

Starting at $300/mo— accurate, compliant, and on time
Hidden Complexity

Why Payroll Is More Complex Than It Looks

It's not just about cutting checks. It's about compliance, accuracy, and protecting your business from costly mistakes.

01

Tax Withholding Errors

Federal, state, local — each has different rules. Get it wrong and you're liable for penalties, interest, and back taxes.

02

Late or Missed Filings

941s, W-2s, 1099s, state unemployment — miss a deadline and you're facing fines that add up fast.

03

Classification Mistakes

Employee vs. contractor, exempt vs. non-exempt — misclassify someone and you're exposed to audits and back payments.

04

Employee Trust Issues

Pay someone late or incorrectly once, and you've damaged trust. Do it repeatedly and you lose good people.

High Stakes

The stakes are high: Payroll errors can trigger IRS audits, state investigations, employee lawsuits, and reputational damage.

Our Payroll Process

Automated. Compliant. Supported. We handle every step so you don't have to.

STEP 1

Automated Processing

We calculate wages, withholdings, and deductions automatically. Hours, rates, benefits — all handled with precision.

STEP 2

Compliant Filing

We file all federal, state, and local payroll taxes on time. 941s, W-2s, 1099s, unemployment — we handle it all.

STEP 3

Ongoing Support

Questions about a pay stub? Need to adjust withholdings? We're here to help — not just process transactions.

Integrated with your bookkeeping and tax work: Payroll data flows seamlessly into your financial statements and tax filings.

Full-Service Payroll

What's Included in Our Payroll Service

Everything you need for compliant, accurate payroll — no surprises, no hidden fees.

01

Paycheck Processing

Direct deposit or printed checks. Salary, hourly, commission — we handle all pay structures.

02

Tax Withholding & Filing

Federal, state, local income taxes, FICA, Medicare, unemployment — all calculated and filed on time.

03

W-2s & 1099s

Year-end forms prepared, filed, and distributed to employees and contractors on time.

04

Employee Self-Service

Online portal for employees to view pay stubs, W-2s, and update withholding information.

05

New Hire Reporting

We handle all new hire paperwork and reporting to state agencies as required by law.

06

Ongoing Compliance Support

We monitor regulatory changes and update your payroll setup to stay compliant.

Is This You?

Payroll Is Essential If You Have Employees

Whether you have 1 employee or 100, payroll compliance isn't optional — it's the law.

1

You Have W-2 Employees

Even one employee triggers payroll tax obligations. Federal, state, and local compliance starts immediately.

2

You're Spending Hours on Payroll Each Pay Period

Calculating withholdings, filing taxes, generating reports — your time is worth more than DIY payroll.

3

You're Worried About Payroll Tax Penalties

The IRS doesn't forgive payroll tax mistakes. Professional payroll processing protects you from costly errors.

4

You Want Payroll Integrated with Your Books

Payroll data should flow seamlessly into your financial statements. We ensure everything ties together.

The Bottom Line

Payroll isn't a “nice to have” — it's a legal requirement. Get it right from the start.

Free Tool

Payroll Services Cost Estimator

Wondering what payroll processing costs for your employee count and pay frequency? Get a realistic monthly range in under 2 minutes — no email required.

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Payroll You Can Trust

Accurate paychecks. Compliant filings. Peace of mind.
Let us handle payroll so you can focus on running your business.

Starting at $300/month — accurate, compliant, and integrated with your books and tax work.

Costly

IRS payroll penalties are common and avoidable

Frequent

Many small businesses face payroll compliance issues

Preventable

With accurate, professionally managed payroll

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