What is a PEO?

A Professional Employer Organization (PEO) is an integrated, cost-effective human resources management support system for small and medium sized employers. Imagine a qualified, professional, fully equipped and fully staffed human resource department dedicated to the support of small business owners and their employees.

Why are PEOs so Hot?

Small business owners are under increasing pressure to find and keep good employees, produce paychecks accurately, legally and on-time, provide quality benefits at reasonable rates and comply with a maze of government regulations. PEOs bring relief to all of these areas, creating more time to focus on business growth and more peace-of-mind for the business owner.

With an HR manager, do we need a PEO?

HR managers are frequently overloaded. Staffing increases seldom include a proportional increase to the HR department. The PEO becomes a valued, fully qualified “back office” support team, allowing the HR manager to use their time and talents more effectively.

Will I lose control?

Control of detailed HR activities? Do you have control now? As your HR “back office,” we admin-ister these complex areas for you. By recovering overhead hours, you have more time to run your business and direct employees. You gain control!

Is my company too small, too large?

If you manage one employee or several hundred, a PEO could be your best solution. Any company will be more focused and productive at the functions that generate its revenue, no matter its size. It’s a matter of how you allocate your valuable assets, growth or overhead.

Will my CPA agree?

Your CPA knows your company, and there are reasons a PEO may not be a fit. What is more common, however, is that some CPA’s are not fully familiar with PEOs and have thanked us for helping them get “up-to-date.” For your company’s sake, get all the parties together and study the facts.

How much does it cost?

The client will spend less than any other option, if you consider total employment costs. The question is, “What work is required and who will do it?” Outside fees will be proportional to the value delivered. Since the PEO is more efficient, one dollar spent on the fee will reduce several dollars in internal costs and lost opportunities. PEOs may reduce tax and insurance costs as well. Don’t be confused by an incomplete analysis.