Sound Payroll

01/13/2026

As we welcome in the New Year, we would like to remind you of changes to Washington State sales tax rates that took effect on January 1, 2026.

As noted in recent notifications from the Washington Department of Revenue, several cities and counties—including all of King County—have approved changes that may affect the sales tax rates you must charge, collect, and remit.

As we welcome in the New Year, we would like to remind you of changes to Washington State sales tax rates that took effect on January 1, 2026. As noted in…

12/22/2025

12/20/2025

All 2025 payroll adjustments must be submitted by January 6, 2026. Adjustments submitted after this date may result in the issuance of W-2c forms for affected employees, as well as amended filings with federal and state agencies. Please be aware that any late adjustments will not be processed until after the year-end blackout period, which runs from January 7 through January 31. Additional fees will apply for amended returns and W-2 corrections. https://soundpayroll.com/2025-payroll-adjustments-must-be-submitted-by-jan-6-2026-year-end-adjustment-cutoff/

12/19/2025

Running a business in Washington State means understanding and complying with various payroll tax obligations. In addition to federal taxes, business owners must account for Washington-specific payroll taxes such as Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), the WA Cares Fund, State Unemployment Insurance (SUI), and Workers' Compensation through the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). https://soundpayroll.com/understanding-washington-state-payroll-taxes/

These taxes ensure that employees receive appropriate benefits, but non-compliance can result in penalties. This blog post will guide you through each payroll tax requirement and offer tips on managing them effectively.

Running a business in Washington State means understanding and complying with various payroll tax obligations. In addition to federal taxes, business owners must account for Washington-specific payroll taxes such as Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), the WA Cares Fund, State Unemployment Insuranc...

12/19/2025

Employers in Washington must provide workers' compensation insurance through the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I).

Key Employer Responsibilities:
- Report employee classifications accurately to determine correct premium rates.
- Pay premiums quarterly.
- Maintain workplace safety programs to reduce injury risks.

https://soundpayroll.com/understanding-washington-state-payroll-taxes/

Failing to maintain workers' compensation insurance can lead to severe penalties and legal action.

12/19/2025

Having the same company manage both your business accounting and payroll can be highly beneficial.
It streamlines communication, reducing the risk of miscommunication between separate providers and ensuring that everyone is working with the same data and objectives. This setup also saves time and increases efficiency by eliminating the need to constantly transfer reports or reconcile data between systems. With integrated services, there's a lower chance of errors such as double entries, misclassified employees, or tax filing mistakes, since the accounting team already understands your payroll structure.

https://soundpayroll.com/customers-of-paychex-have-many-problems-regarding-its-customer-service/

It also improves financial oversight, giving you a clearer and more accurate picture of your business's financial health, which helps with managing cash flow, forecasting expenses, and planning for taxes. We'll take a proactive approach to help minimize your tax liability. Additionally, it simplifies compliance with tax and labor laws, as one provider is more likely to catch issues early and maintain consistency across both services. Finally, bundling accounting and payroll can often lead to cost savings, as many providers offer discounts for managing multiple aspects of your business.

11/26/2025

Thankful for Our Team, Clients & Community 🧡

This Thanksgiving, we are especially grateful for:
• Our dedicated team, who goes above and beyond for our clients
• Our wonderful clients, who trust us with their businesses and families
• Our friends and community, who support and inspire us every day
We wish you a warm, joyful, and meaningful Thanksgiving
filled with peace, gratitude, and time with those you love.

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

In addition to W-2s, W-3s, and 1099s, we can support new employee setup, new hire reporting, garnishments, check printing, and more. Our pros can even provide expert support for audits. https://soundpayroll.com/payroll-services/

11/25/2025

Sound Payroll can manage every aspect of your payroll operation, from taxes to regulatory reports to making sure your employees are paid on time—and in the correct amount. Once you're set up on our secure cloud-based portal, all you need to do is enter your employees' hours, and we'll handle the rest!

Streamlined payroll processing and reporting At Sound Payroll™, we take away the hassle of payroll management so you can focus your energy on growing your business instead of just running it. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for payroll, though, because every business is different. So we of...

11/20/2025

The number one complaint against Paychex is its poor and inconsistent customer service. Many customers report long wait times, unreturned calls or emails, and difficulty getting in touch with knowledgeable representatives. A recurring issue is the frequent turnover of account managers, which disrupts continuity and forces clients to re-explain their needs repeatedly. This lack of consistent, reliable support often leads to frustration, especially when time-sensitive payroll or tax issues are involved. https://soundpayroll.com/customers-of-paychex-have-many-problems-regarding-its-customer-service/

At Sound Payroll, we take away the hassle of payroll management so you can focus your energy on growing your business instead of just running it.

There's no one-size-fits-all solution for payroll, though, because every business is different. So we offer several different customizable solutions.

The number one complaint against Paychex is its poor and inconsistent customer service. Many customers report long wait times, unreturned calls or emails, and difficulty getting in touch with knowledgeable representatives. A recurring issue is the frequent turnover of account managers, which disrupt...

11/19/2025

This holiday season join us in giving back to our community by collecting new, unwrapped toys to support King County Toys for Tots and Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Our clients, friends, and neighbors are invited to join us in making a child’s holiday a little brighter.

Drop off locations: Bellevue or Duvall office through December 16th

Thank you for helping us spread joy this holiday season!