Scott Leitner

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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Payroll Tax Withholding Explained for Small Business Employers

Learn how payroll tax withholding works, what employers need to pay, how to calculate it, and how to help your business stay compliant with IRS and state rules.

How To Set Up Direct Deposit For Employees

Setting up direct deposit for employees? Learn what you need, how long it takes, deposit order rules, and how to avoid common payroll mistakes.

Setting Up Direct Deposit
Payroll Reconciliation: How to Do It, Examples, and Free Templates

Payroll reconciliation keeps your books clean and your business protected. Learn how to do it step by step, with examples, a free template, and a checklist.

Payroll Tax Rates 2026: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Know your 2026 payroll tax rates with our complete federal and state guide. Learn what employers must pay vs. withhold, plus compliance tips to avoid costly mistakes.

How to Pay Yourself from an LLC: The Complete 2026 Guide

Learn how to pay yourself from your LLC in 2026, including owner's draws, profit distributions, and tax considerations.

Payroll Services for Small Business in 2025

Stop losing sleep over payroll taxes. Find payroll service for small business with flat pricing, automatic filing, and built-in time tracking.

Small Business Taxes for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn the essentials of small business taxes for beginners. Discover what to pay, how to file, and tips to save money while staying compliant.