Small businesses can take their payroll services to the bank with Employee benefit consultants. Using do-it-yourself systems gives companies greater control over their payroll, but learning payroll management can be tricky.
While employment rates have fallen among most age groups, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, The Washington Post notes that the latest figures indicate more people over the age of 55 are working than ever before.
Employers seek ways to save money in a difficult economic climate, and Employee benefit consultants can teach human resource managers about cost-effective health plan options.
To cope with the rise of health insurance costs while still providing benefits to their workers, some employers are exploring alternate payment and plan structures.
Employee benefit consultants can teach employers the tools and skills to assist their workers with their tax filing needs. The W-2 Form remains a challenge for many human resource departments, but consultants can provide information to simplify the tax process.
Employers may wish to develop improvements to their HR management system, a global coaching, leadership development and consulting firm recently told BLR, to ensure they retain talented workers.
Transportation plays a key role in the lives of workers across the country, and Employee benefit consultants can offer options to reduce employees’ commuter and transportation expenses.
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) establishes minimum standards for companies offering retirement and health plans to employees. Employee benefit consultants can help human resource managers understand these guidelines.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) has been a significant help to young adults, according to a report published by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI).
Employees many leave a company at any time. Employee benefit consultants can offer insight into Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) administration if a worker elects to continue to receive medical benefits after giving his two weeks notice.
