Payroll
Setting Up Payroll for Small Business: A Complete Setup Guide
By: Scott Leitner
Seven steps to set up payroll: EIN, deposit schedule, deductions, filings.
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 in payroll implementation. He's built systems that help small business clients transition their payroll and HR onto the platform smoothly. Before Homebase, Scott guided hundreds of small and midsize employers through payroll system migrations at ADP.
Scott's Articles
Payroll
Best Payroll Company for Small Businesses in 2026
By: Scott Leitner
Ten payroll platforms weighed on price, tax filing, and small-team fit.
Payroll
How to Use Payroll Data to Scale Smarter and Stay Ahead
By: Scott Leitner
Payroll data does more than track wages. Use it to sharpen decisions.
Payroll
The Small Business Owner's Complete Guide to Payroll Compliance in 2026
By: Scott Leitner
Federal, state, and local payroll rules small businesses can't afford to miss.
Payroll
Does PTO Count Towards Overtime? A Guide for Small Businesses
By: Scott Leitner
PTO and overtime don't always mix. Here's how to sort it out fast.
Payroll
Payroll Costs Explained: The 2026 Guide to Managing Your Team’s Payroll
By: Scott Leitner
Payroll costs more than you think. Learn to spot hidden fees and cut them.