Live Theater Payroll
Setup is quick and easy. The live theater personnel structure is programmed into our system, allowing you to simply choose from a menu. Departments, unions, deductions and entitlements are all there. Alternatively, we can customize your payroll and add specialized departments, earning codes and deductions to suit your specific needs.
Employer Tax Servicing
We provide full funds management and report services: weekly tax impounds; weekly/quarterly federal, state and local payments; and quarterly/annual federal payroll returns, including forms 941, 940, W-2 and 1099.
We complete returns for worked-in states and, if applicable, zero returns on active accounts for states not currently worked in. You also can look to us for specialized payroll tax support, such as 1042 withholding/remittance and touring company tax management.
Digital Solutions for Payroll Processing
Our secure interface for submitting employee data and payroll processing makes new hire uploads and payroll input efficient and accurate. Employee Self Service gives your staff secure access to their paystubs and tax forms. Online access means you can view payroll data in real time and access your data whenever you need it. Customized input reports save time, minimize errors and allow clients to prepare their payroll when it is convenient for their schedule.
Detailed Previews
Clients receive an electronic preview of payroll data before it is finalized. All payroll submissions undergo intensive quality control before the preview is released, ensuring any problems are addressed promptly.
The PDF preview is highly comprehensive, making it simple to validate and update.
Payroll Reports
Our reporting tools provide significant support to your Finance Department. These include a comprehensive payroll package with an assortment of payment details, tax, deduction, entitlement and summary reports.
Electronic versions of the reports are provided each pay cycle via our secure portal. Customized reports are available upon request. You have 24/7 online access to both standard and custom reports.
Industry Expertise
Checks & Balances clients have access to knowledgeable payroll professionals with years of live theater expertise. We are available by phone and email to answer your questions. Because we are live theater experts, you can be certain your needs will be addressed by a team well-versed in offering tailored solutions for your production.