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Scott Leitner

Senior Manager, Payroll Operations at Homebase

Scott Leitner, PHR, CPP, MBA is Senior Manager, Payroll Operations at Homebase, with four years at the company and 18 years of experience in payroll implementation. His core strengths lie in process optimization, technology enablement, and team leadership, with extensive experience designing and refining implementation frameworks that balance quality, speed, and scalability.

At Homebase, Scott built end-to-end implementation procedures from scratch, introducing automation tools such as Salesforce integrations, AI-driven data handling, and robotic process automation to streamline client onboarding. He built standard operating procedures from the ground up—helping small business clients transition their payroll and HR processes onto the platform efficiently. His automation tools reduced manual work, accelerated onboarding timelines, and enhanced customer satisfaction—raising client quality scores from 7/10 to 9/10 within a year.

Prior to Homebase, Scott guided hundreds of small and midsize employers through complex payroll and HR system migrations at ADP, combining the structure and process discipline of large corporations with the adaptability and entrepreneurial mindset required in startup and small business settings.

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Multi-Location Payroll: How to Pay Teams Across Multiple Locations

Multi-location payroll software that handles employees working different locations, tax compliance, and overtime calculations. Run payroll in 5 minutes.

How to Do Payroll: Complete Small Business Guide [2026]

Learn how to do payroll for your small business with our complete guide. From DIY calculations to payroll software, find the right approach for your team in 2025.

California overtime laws [Guide for 2023]

California overtime laws can get complex when managing hourly employees. Let’s explore the laws and see how you can manage overtime hours easily:

Does PTO Count Towards Overtime? A Guide for Small Businesses

Trying to figure out if PTO counts towards overtime hours on payroll? Follow this guide and save yourself the headache.

payroll deductions

Payroll Deductions: What They Are, How They Work, And What To Withhold

Payroll deductions include taxes, benefits, and garnishments withheld from each paycheck. Here's what small business owners need to know to get it right.

Payroll Schedule Guide for Hourly Teams

A guide for small businesses to set up an efficient payroll schedule for hourly workers. Learn the best practices for easy payroll management.