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ADP would like to remind you that Martin Luther King Day, Monday January 18, 2021 is a bank holiday. The Federal Reserve will be closed. 

To ensure timely employee direct deposits we recommend you accept and approve your payroll 48 business hours prior to pay date and no later than 2:30pm Eastern Time / 11:30am Pacific Time. Payrolls processed less than 48 hours prior to pay date could experience late funding of employee direct deposits and tax deposits, and a delay in the delivery of your payroll package.

In 2020, federal, state, and local governments enacted numerous employment laws in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to responding to the pandemic, state and local jurisdictions also adopted a number of laws and regulations that affect the way employers hire, pay, treat, and provide benefits to their employees. Given the developments in the last year, here are six compliance trends to watch in 2021.

2020 race relations in America awakened the collective consciousness of society resulting in many wanting to jump into positive action. But having uncomfortable conversations can be intimidating. What do you do when employees look to you to facilitate these difficult situations? Join us to learn more about how to manage authentically and inclusively while leading through change.

On December 11^th, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued the first emergency use authorization for the COVID-19 vaccine.   As employers decide their path forward, there are many considerations that should be taken into account such as medical and religious accommodations, workplace safety, employee morale and more.

On December 11^th, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued the first emergency use authorization for the COVID-19 vaccine.   Before employers decide whether to vaccinate or not, there are many considerations that should be taken into account such as medical and religious accommodations, workplace safety, employee morale, and more. 

Many employees are working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic and government orders restricting travel and normal workplace operations. Because remote employees aren't clocking in and out at the employer's physical premises, it's increasingly important for employers to ensure that their timekeeping and pay practices comply with federal, state, and local requirements.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has recently published guidance (Field Assistance Bulletin 2020-5) that addresses federal rules for paying remote workers. While the guidance doesn't carry the same weight as a regulation or law, it demonstrates how the DOL intends to enforce federal wage and hour requirements. Below are four key takeaways from the guidance.

Applicable Large Employers (ALEs), employers with an average of at least 50 full-time employees (including full-time equivalents) in the prior calendar year (2019) need to file Forms 1094-C and 1095-C with the IRS.  If you are an ALE, we recommend you review your forms immediately and acknowledge that you would like ADP TotalSource to file the forms on your behalf.

Applicable Large Employers (ALEs), employers with an average of at least 50 full-time employees (including full-time equivalents) in the prior calendar year (2019) need to file Forms 1094-C and 1095-C with the IRS.  If you are an ALE, we recommend you review your forms immediately and acknowledge that you would like ADP TotalSource to file the forms on your behalf.

Furloughs can be an effective way to cut costs during times of decreased business activity. However, employers should think through the decision carefully with special attention paid to pay, benefits, and other issues. Here are answers to frequently asked questions related to furloughs.