Small business can benefit from outsourcing HR

Outsourcing HR services can offer small business owners key benefits- saving money, time and reducing the likelihood of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violation. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), owners spend between seven and 25 percent of their time completing employee paperwork, which takes them away from the tasks that they do best.

An HR company can provide independently owned companies with payroll, employee recruitment, healthcare and benefits services. By electing to outsource, businesses can benefit from a professional service without the expense of hiring extra full-time staff members.

Often, ​human resource outsourcing can also reduce risks for entrepreneurs. Subscribing to employee payroll services can shift the tax liability risk for payroll tax reporting off of a small business, according to Forbes. Additionally, this can free employers from the burden of recordkeeping and other compliance issues. HR services can keep all of the necessary legal documents for employees at a remote location or post them online for maximum visibility within the company, according to CNET.

Recruiting a professional HR service can also help a small business offer comprehensive benefits for current employees and help recruit top talent when hiring, the source reports. When owners don't have to spend time on paperwork, they can focus on the business and gaining a competitive advantage that will help them succeed. 

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