Payroll

5 Payroll Mistakes That Cost Small Businesses

Common payroll errors and how to avoid them with automated systems and best practices that save time and money.

Jan 10, 202510 min read

Misclassifying workers is one of the fastest paths to penalties—confirm contractor versus employee status early.

Always collect and validate tax forms before first payment to avoid withholding surprises.

Automate recurring pay runs and reminders for tax filings to prevent late submissions and fees.

Reconcile payroll entries with your accounting system monthly to catch errors before they compound.