As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to review key HR processes and set the stage for a smooth start to the new year. A thorough year-end review helps ensure compliance, strengthens your recordkeeping, and allows you to catch policy or data gaps before January 1. Review Payroll and Benefits Confirm that all wages, taxes, and benefit deductions are accurate for the year. Make sure taxable fringe benefits such as gift cards, bonuses, and personal use of company v

Every few years, the calendar does something that quietly disrupts payroll teams everywhere: it creates a year with more paydays than usual. And with 2026 and 2027 on the horizon, many employers on a biweekly schedule will start noticing that their pay calendars may include 27 pay periods instead of the usual 26. While this is not a crisis, it is something worth planning for, especially for small and mid-sized employers where budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow are closely