Wave Payroll
Payroll for small businesses.
Overview
Wave Payroll is a payroll service designed for small business owners, particularly those who already use Wave's free accounting, invoicing, and receipt scanning software. It offers a simple pricing structure and automates payroll and tax processes, though full tax services are only available in a limited number of states.
✨ Key Features
- Direct deposit
- Employee self-service portals for pay stubs and tax forms
- Automatic payroll tax calculations
- Tax payments and filings (in 14 states)
- Seamless integration with Wave Accounting
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Integration with free Wave Accounting software
- Low cost
- Simple, no-frills interface
Unique Value: Wave Payroll offers a highly affordable and seamlessly integrated payroll solution for businesses already managing their finances with Wave's free accounting software.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Running payroll and having all transactions automatically recorded in Wave Accounting.
- Paying a small number of employees or contractors without a complex setup.
- Using the self-service portal for employees to access their own pay information.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Businesses located outside the 14 states with full tax service.
- Companies that need integrated benefits or advanced HR features.
- Businesses that do not use Wave for accounting.
🏆 Alternatives
While its features are more basic and its full-service tax support is limited to certain states, Wave's price point and integration with its accounting platform make it a compelling choice for its target audience of very small businesses.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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