Justworks : Simplified Payroll, Benefits, and Compliance

All-in-One HR Solution for Small and Growing Businesses

Justworks is a cloud-based Professional Employer Organization (PEO) platform that helps small and mid-sized businesses manage payroll, benefits, compliance, and HR administration. By combining payroll processing with access to enterprise-level benefits and automated compliance support, Justworks simplifies workforce management so companies can focus on growth.

What are the main features of Justworks?

Payroll processing with automated tax compliance

Justworks streamlines payroll by automating salary payments, tax withholdings, and filings, ensuring businesses remain compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Automated payroll processing for full-time employees and contractors
• Automatic tax calculations and filings for federal, state, and local taxes
• Multiple payment options, including direct deposit and off-cycle payments
• W-2 and 1099 generation for employees and contractors
• Time tracking integration for accurate payroll calculations

By handling payroll and tax administration, Justworks allows businesses to pay employees efficiently while staying compliant.

Access to comprehensive employee benefits

As a PEO, Justworks gives small businesses access to corporate-level benefits at competitive rates, helping attract and retain top talent.

• Health insurance options from top providers, including medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement plans with employer matching options
• Life and disability insurance for financial protection
• Commuter benefits and wellness programs to enhance employee satisfaction
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for pre-tax savings

With Justworks, businesses can offer competitive benefits without managing complex administration.

HR tools and employee management

Justworks provides HR tools that simplify workforce management, from onboarding new employees to managing time off and company policies.

• Self-service employee portal for managing payroll, benefits, and personal details
• Automated onboarding with digital document collection and e-signatures
• PTO and leave tracking with built-in approval workflows
• HR resource center with expert guidance on employment best practices
• Custom reporting tools for workforce insights

These features help businesses streamline HR operations while ensuring compliance with labor laws.

Compliance support and risk management

Navigating employment laws and regulations can be complex. Justworks provides automated compliance support to help businesses avoid legal risks.

• Built-in compliance for payroll taxes, overtime, and labor laws
• Workers’ compensation and unemployment insurance coverage
• Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) for added legal protection
• HR consulting services for guidance on policies and best practices
• Regular compliance updates to align with changing regulations

By offering proactive compliance support, Justworks helps businesses reduce risks and stay up to date with employment laws.

Simplified contractor payments and management

For businesses working with freelancers and independent contractors, Justworks makes contractor payments and classification easy.

• 1099 payments through the same payroll system as full-time employees
• Automated tax form generation for accurate record-keeping
• Self-service onboarding for contractors to provide tax and payment details
• Flexible payment scheduling to accommodate different contractor agreements

This allows businesses to manage contractors seamlessly while ensuring tax compliance.

Justworks provides an all-in-one HR solution that simplifies payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee management for growing businesses. As a PEO, it enables small businesses to access enterprise-level HR services without the complexity of managing them in-house.