More than processing paychecks. We provide comprehensive payroll services that ensure compliance, accuracy, and peace of mind. Your team gets paid correctly and on time, every time.
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End-to-end payroll services that handle everything from processing to compliance, so you can focus on your business
Accurate, timely payroll processing for all employee types
Complete payroll tax management and government filings
Seamless integration with your benefits programs
Streamlined employee setup and documentation
Detailed reports and analytics for decision-making
Connect your time tracking with payroll seamlessly
"Rich and the aquifer team helped us significantly improve our financial infrastructure. This allows us to focus on scaling faster, while feeling confident we have the right financial systems in place."
"The Aquifer team has been incredibly insightful in approaching our finance stack, making them an invaluable partner for our business. They work with us rather than around us and continue to lend their expertise in the world of web3 accounting."
"Aquifer was instrumental in helping GDA scale by providing financial infrastructure & processes, financial advisory seed + Series A rounds, corporate accounting & tax support, and any other ad-hoc projects. The team brought a strong sense of co-founder ownership."
We partner with top payroll providers to deliver best-in-class service with the reliability and features you need
Modern payroll, benefits, and HR for small businesses
Enterprise-grade payroll and workforce management
Comprehensive payroll and HR solutions
All-in-one HR, payroll, and IT management
Integrated payroll for QuickBooks users
Simple, powerful payroll for growing teams
Connect your payroll with the tools you already use for a unified workforce management system
Automatic payroll journal entry sync with your accounting system
Seamless timesheet imports and overtime calculations
Automated benefits deductions and enrollment management
Employee data sync and onboarding automation
Real-time data synchronization across all platforms
Encrypted connections you can trust
Smooth transition with zero disruption to your team. We handle everything from setup to ongoing management
We review your current payroll, employee data, tax jurisdictions, and benefits to ensure a seamless transition
Set up your payroll platform, migrate employee data, configure pay schedules, and integrate systems
We process your first payroll with extra review layers to ensure perfect accuracy and timing
We handle all payroll runs, tax filings, compliance updates, and provide continuous support
Our experienced CFOs bring decades of expertise across various industries to help your business thrive







We don't just run payroll on schedule. We become integrated partners who understand your workforce dynamics, help optimize compensation strategies, and ensure full compliance across all jurisdictions.
We stay ahead of changing regulations across federal, state, and local levels so you don't have to worry about penalties.
Our multi-layer verification process ensures 100% accuracy in calculations, deductions, and filings every time.
We provide labor cost analysis, turnover metrics, and compensation benchmarking to inform your HR strategy.
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Everything you need to know about our payroll services
Typically 5-7 business days after initial consultation. We'll review your current setup, migrate employee data, and configure systems. For mid-cycle transitions, we can coordinate timing to align with your current payroll schedule.
While our accuracy rate is 99.9%, if an error occurs, we immediately correct it at no cost to you. We'll process off-cycle payments if needed and handle all communications with affected employees. We also carry errors & omissions insurance for added protection.
Yes. We process payroll for employees in all 50 states, handling state-specific tax requirements, withholdings, and compliance regulations. We stay current with all state and local tax law changes.
Most likely yes. We integrate with popular time tracking systems like TSheets, Clockify, Harvest, Deputy, and others. During onboarding, we'll assess your current systems and set up automated data flows.
We handle all payroll tax calculations, withholdings, and filings—federal, state, and local. This includes quarterly filings (941, state unemployment), annual filings (940, W-2s, 1099s), and any local municipality requirements. We guarantee penalty-free filing.
We provide digital onboarding for new hires (W-4, I-9, direct deposit, benefits enrollment). For terminations, we calculate final pay including PTO payouts, process final checks, and ensure proper documentation and compliance.
We manage both W-2 employees and 1099 contractors. We track payments, generate 1099-NEC forms at year-end, and ensure proper classification to avoid IRS penalties.
Absolutely. In addition to regular payroll cycles, we can process off-cycle payments, bonuses, commissions, and one-time payments whenever needed with 24-48 hours notice.
Employees get secure online access to view pay stubs, W-2s, and year-to-date earnings. They can also update personal information, adjust withholdings, and manage direct deposit through the employee portal.
Comprehensive reporting including payroll registers, labor cost analysis by department/project, tax liability summaries, PTO accruals, and custom reports. All reports integrate with your accounting system for seamless financial reporting.
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation with our payroll team. No credit card required, no commitment—just expert guidance to get you started.