--- title: CPA Partnership Program | Complete Payroll description: "CPA Partnership Opportunities: Collaborate with Complete Payroll to enhance your services with our comprehensive payroll solutions." --- [![logo-1.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-1.png?width=200&name=logo-1.png "logo-1.png")](https://www.completepayroll.com/) ![Knowledge Portal](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brand_photos/9763371.jpg?width=4368&name=9763371.jpg "Knowledge Portal") # Welcome to the CPA Knowledge Portal We made this page for our CPA friends - as well as their clients - so they can have a trusty payroll and HR resource at their fingertips. Watch the quick video, then scroll down to check it out! #### We've got a lot in store for you... ![KP - Resource Library](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KP%20-%20Resource%20Library.png?width=200&name=KP%20-%20Resource%20Library.png "KP - Resource Library") ![KP - Helpful Articles](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KP%20-%20Helpful%20Articles.png?width=200&name=KP%20-%20Helpful%20Articles.png "KP - Helpful Articles") ![KP - Services Overview](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KP%20-%20Services%20Overview.png?width=200&name=KP%20-%20Services%20Overview.png "KP - Services Overview") ![KP - Direct Support](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KP%20-%20Direct%20Support.png?width=200&name=KP%20-%20Direct%20Support.png "KP - Direct Support") ![KP - Email Newsletter](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KP%20-%20Email%20Newsletter.png?width=200&name=KP%20-%20Email%20Newsletter.png "KP - Email Newsletter") ![KP - Request a quote](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KP%20-%20Request%20a%20quote.png?width=200&name=KP%20-%20Request%20a%20quote.png "KP - Request a quote") # The Resource Library We're constantly releasing new tools to help you with payroll, HR and other administrative objectives. Every resource is available to you for free and without obligation. [![Paid Family Leave Compliance Bundle](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20PFL%20Compliance%20Bundle.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20PFL%20Compliance%20Bundle.png "Paid Family Leave Compliance Bundle")](https://info.completepayroll.com/pfl-letter-templates) ### Paid Family Leave Compliance Bundle We've partnered with Harris Beach to give you the letter and policy templates you need to provide the "proper written guidance" to your employees needed to comply with the new law. [![RL - The New York State Employee Onboarding Kit.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CTA%20images/RL%20-%20The%20New%20York%20State%20Employee%20Onboarding%20Kit.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20The%20New%20York%20State%20Employee%20Onboarding%20Kit.png "RL - The New York State Employee Onboarding Kit.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/new-york-state-employee-onboarding-kit-0) ### NYS Employee Onboarding Kit All the tools you need to properly hire and onboard a new employee in New York. The Kit includes a form bundle, letter templates, best practice recommendations and video tutorials. [![RL - Preparing for New York Paid Family Leave.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20Preparing%20for%20New%20York%20Paid%20Family%20Leave.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20Preparing%20for%20New%20York%20Paid%20Family%20Leave.png "RL - Preparing for New York Paid Family Leave.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/new-york-paid-family-leave) ### Preparing for New York Paid Family Leave Our comprehensive PDF Guide explains the new Paid Family Leave program that takes effect in New York in 2018, and what employers can do to get ready. [![RL - The New York Labor Law Poster Compliance Kit.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CTA%20images/RL%20-%20The%20New%20York%20Labor%20Law%20Poster%20Compliance%20Kit.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20The%20New%20York%20Labor%20Law%20Poster%20Compliance%20Kit.png "RL - The New York Labor Law Poster Compliance Kit.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/ny-poster-compliance) ### NYS Labor Law Poster Compliance Kit This Kit overviews all the different notices that are mandated by the New York State Department of Labor. It also has links to download and print each notice so you can get compliant. [![RL - The New York State Employee Termination Kit.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CTA%20images/RL%20-%20The%20New%20York%20State%20Employee%20Termination%20Kit.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20The%20New%20York%20State%20Employee%20Termination%20Kit.png "RL - The New York State Employee Termination Kit.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/nys-termination-kit) ### NYS Employee Termination Kit Similar to the Onboarding Kit, the Termination Kit includes a form bundle, letter template, how-to guide and even a checklist to help you get through the actual termination meeting. [![RL - New York Farmer's Tax Advantages Kit.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CTA%20images/RL%20-%20New%20York%20Farmer's%20Tax%20Advantages%20Kit.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20New%20York%20Farmer's%20Tax%20Advantages%20Kit.png "RL - New York Farmer's Tax Advantages Kit.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/farmers-tax-advantages-kit) ### NYS Farmer's Tax Advantages Kit This Kit explains all the state and federal tax credits available to Farmers in New York State to help them save money, protect their assets and minimize their tax liabilities. [![RL - The Payroll for Restaurants Complete Guide.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CTA%20images/RL%20-%20The%20Payroll%20for%20Restaurants%20Complete%20Guide.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20The%20Payroll%20for%20Restaurants%20Complete%20Guide.png "RL - The Payroll for Restaurants Complete Guide.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/download-your-free-payroll-for-restaurants-guide) ### Payroll for Restaurants Complete Guide The IRS considers tipped wages as income that must be taxed. This Guide helps teach restaurant owners (and their employees) what the laws are and how to get - and stay - compliant. [![RL - The Employer's Guide to Unpaid Internships.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20The%20Employer's%20Guide%20to%20Unpaid%20Internships.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20The%20Employer's%20Guide%20to%20Unpaid%20Internships.png "RL - The Employer's Guide to Unpaid Internships.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/employers-guide-to-unpaid-internships) ### The Employer's Guide to Unpaid Internships A quick, 7-page PDF document that explains what criteria employers need to meet in order to qualify for the FLSA exemption to legally bring on unpaid interns. [![RL - Timekeeping savings calculator.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20Timekeeping%20savings%20calculator.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20Timekeeping%20savings%20calculator.png "RL - Timekeeping savings calculator.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/timekeeping-savings-calculator) ### The Timekeeping Savings Calculator A nifty tool to help you calculate how much your business can reliably expect to save - in terms of money and time - by transitioning to an automated timekeeping solution. [![2017 Payroll & Tax Reference Guide.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%202017%20Payroll%20%26%20Tax%20Reference%20Guide.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%202017%20Payroll%20%26%20Tax%20Reference%20Guide.png "2017 Payroll & Tax Reference Guide.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/2017-payroll-tax-reference-guide) ### 2017 Payroll & Tax Reference Guide Similar to the one-offs the big payroll companies keep giving you, but it's a webpage. So you can bookmark it and find anything you're looking for in a second with the search tool. [![RL - State-by-State Minimum Wage Breakdown.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20State-by-State%20Minimum%20Wage%20Breakdown.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20State-by-State%20Minimum%20Wage%20Breakdown.png "RL - State-by-State Minimum Wage Breakdown.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/state-by-state-minimum-wage-breakdown) ### State-By-State Minimum Wage Breakdown This quick reference guide shows you the current minimum wage rates for all U.S. states and territories, plus future scheduled rates until 2022. [![RL - Direct Deposit Authorization Form.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20Direct%20Deposit%20Authorization%20Form.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20Direct%20Deposit%20Authorization%20Form.png "RL - Direct Deposit Authorization Form.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/direct-deposit-authorization-form) ### Direct Deposit Authorization Form Download the form you need to complete with your employees to properly set up direct deposit payments. [![RL - General OSHA Safety Guide.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20General%20OSHA%20Safety%20Guide.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20General%20OSHA%20Safety%20Guide.png "RL - General OSHA Safety Guide.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/general-osha-safety-guide-for-employers) ### General OSHA Safety Guide This PDF reference guide will teach you about OSHA in general terms and how you can create a safer, compliant workplace. [![RL - Employer's Guide to COBRA.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20Employer's%20Guide%20to%20COBRA.png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20Employer's%20Guide%20to%20COBRA.png "RL - Employer's Guide to COBRA.png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/employers-guide-to-cobra) ### Employer's Guide to COBRA This PDF reference guide will teach you all about COBRA - who qualifies, what's a qualifying event and more. [![RL - The Employer's Guide to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL%20-%20The%20Employer's%20Guide%20to%20the%20Americans%20with%20Disabilities%20Act%20(ADA).png?width=500&name=RL%20-%20The%20Employer's%20Guide%20to%20the%20Americans%20with%20Disabilities%20Act%20(ADA).png "RL - The Employer's Guide to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).png")](https://info.completepayroll.com/employers-guide-to-ada) ### Employer's Guide to the ADA This PDF reference guide will teach you all about the ADA, the interactive process and how to accommodate for employees with disabilities. ![RL_Coming Soon.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RL_Coming%20Soon.png?width=500&name=RL_Coming%20Soon.png "RL_Coming Soon.png") ### Understanding the R&D Tax Credit A simple guide to understanding the Research and Development Tax Credit that was recently revised by the IRS with the intent of being available to more employers. #### In the current business climate, owning a small business is very difficult. Having a payroll company that can eliminate all my potential headaches and concerns in one facet of the business is so important. I cannot imagine using anyone other than Complete Payroll. ![Kevin Casey.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Testimonial%20headshots/Kevin%20Casey.png?width=250&height=250&name=Kevin%20Casey.png) Kevin Casey, Chief Operating Officer, Mead Square Pharmacy #### What I love most about Complete Payroll is the quick resolution and response. There are not many issues, but like anything in life, issues happen and the way they are dealt with is the true testament of a person or company. And Complete Payroll is the best at acknowledging the issue and resolving the problem quickly. My rep is fantastic to work with and I refer Complete Payroll whenever I can! ![Nancy Woolver.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Nancy%20Woolver.png?width=650&height=650&name=Nancy%20Woolver.png) Nancy Woolver, Financial Adviser, The Financial Service Company #### The team at Complete Payroll does an amazing job taking care of all our payroll needs. The Evolution Software is so user-friendly and whenever I do have a question Andrea is right there to help me. I have worked with several payroll companies over the past 31 years and moving to Complete Payroll back in 2011 was one of my best decisions. It’s difficult to find an organization that is so dedicated to their clients but Complete Payroll never disappoints. I would highly recommend that everyone head over to Payroll Country. You’ll be glad you did. ![George Emerling.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Testimonial%20headshots/George%20Emerling.png?width=650&height=650&name=George%20Emerling.png) George Emerling, Vice President, Emerling Agency #### Hunt Hollow Ski Club has been using Complete Payroll Processing for all our payroll needs for many years. We've tried other companies from time to time but always return to Complete Payroll. The main reason is because we have an assigned payroll specialist who knows our needs inside and out, is knowledgeable, easy to reach and very responsive. My questions and concerns are addressed in a VERY timely manner and I never feel that I have to handle sticky issues alone. ![Arden Neubauer.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Testimonial%20headshots/Arden%20Neubauer.png?width=650&height=650&name=Arden%20Neubauer.png) Arden Neubauer, Business Manager, Hunt Hollow Ski Club # Relevant Blog Posts We've compiled a generous helping of articles from our blog we thought would be especially helpful for you. [![New York Paid Family Leave.jpeg](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/New%20York%20Paid%20Family%20Leave.jpeg?width=350&name=New%20York%20Paid%20Family%20Leave.jpeg "New York Paid Family Leave.jpeg")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/paid-family-leave-ny) ## [Here's your overview of the Paid Family Leave coming to New York](https://blog.completepayroll.com/paid-family-leave-ny) New York’s Paid Family Leave program is designed to provide wage replacement to employees for a variety of family and/or medical reasons, including maternity/paternity leave, caring for a close relative with a serious health condition and relieving family pressures when someone is called to active military service. [![difference between FMLA and Paid Family Leave.jpg](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/difference%20between%20FMLA%20and%20Paid%20Family%20Leave.jpg?width=600&name=difference%20between%20FMLA%20and%20Paid%20Family%20Leave.jpg "difference between FMLA and Paid Family Leave.jpg")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/whats-the-difference-between-fmla-and-paid-family-leave) ## [What's the difference between FMLA and Paid Family Leave?](https://blog.completepayroll.com/whats-the-difference-between-fmla-and-paid-family-leave) There are many similarities between the Family Medical Leave Act ([FMLA](https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/benefits-leave/fmla)) on the federal level and New York's newly-introduced Paid Family Leave program. So it's understandable why many people confuse the two - especially since [Paid Family Leave in New York](https://www.ny.gov/programs/new-york-state-paid-family-leave) hasn't been implemented yet. Fortunately, we're here to set the record straight by providing general overviews of each of the two (separate) programs, so you can understand for certain the similarity and the difference between FMLA and Paid Family Leave. [![How often should you pay your employees.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/How%20often%20should%20you%20pay%20your%20employees.png?width=350&name=How%20often%20should%20you%20pay%20your%20employees.png "How often should you pay your employees.png")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/how-often-should-you-pay-your-employees) ## [How often should you pay your employees?](https://blog.completepayroll.com/how-often-should-you-pay-your-employees) How often should you pay your employees? As a payroll processing company, we get this question a lot. The answer can be complicated because (1) your payroll processor is not allowed to make this decision for you and (2) depending on how your worker(s) are classified, you may be required by law to pay them at a certain frequency. (For example, manual laborers must be paid weekly.) The good news is, except for certain pay frequency labor law requirements, businesses can set their own wage payment schedule for the most part. [![Job description template (1).png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/Job%20description%20template%20(1).png?width=350&name=Job%20description%20template%20(1).png "Job description template (1).png")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/job-description-template-how-to-create-a-job-description) ## [How to create a job description](https://blog.completepayroll.com/job-description-template-how-to-create-a-job-description) If you're hiring an employee for the first time, chances are you've never created a professional job description before. No worries. This article will walk you through the process and even offer a free [job description template](https://info.completepayroll.com/new-york-state-employee-onboarding-kit-0) to help you get started. [![how to terminate an employee.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/how%20to%20terminate%20an%20employee.png?width=600&name=how%20to%20terminate%20an%20employee.png "how to terminate an employee.png")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/how-to-terminate-an-employee-in-new-york-state) ## [How to terminate an employee in New York State](https://blog.completepayroll.com/how-to-terminate-an-employee-in-new-york-state) Terminating an employee is one of the most difficult things to do in business. Apart from the emotional aspect, we've provided clear instructions on how to terminate an employee (properly) in the state of New York. [![New York overtime salary threshold.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/New%20York%20overtime%20salary%20threshold.png?width=600&name=New%20York%20overtime%20salary%20threshold.png "New York overtime salary threshold.png")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/new-york-passes-its-own-overtime-salary-threshold-increases) ## [New York passes its own overtime salary threshold increases](https://blog.completepayroll.com/new-york-introduces-its-own-overtime-salary-threshold-increases) The New York State Department of Labor published final rules regarding the increased salary thresholds to be considered exempt from overtime as well as changes to the minimum wage schedule. The [final rules](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001-FWnEj8zVCzYlbk9csxHb-kvKnEzhf0WTUrPfwabSIZo9JXY000_HoClLNmCP3nqmowkZnzHWMgPvJGjasFDJkiuy7-nlnZuLIOiwqNvup7qmvWpxbc_blNe7ZNeeQdbceP7zZ1tSA73abnfMTQ9v3AG86oQqqZPFQ1bawk-qeAn5DC31sxg7S1xUtk8nz1Zs7RVRdxvnTVReK460ogPKoYfaW0M2sfbSIpS-HXEF_34z6DStMWFUQ%3D%3D%26c%3D0lvWyV1Q2XX-sMfOYJh8_jp6_d5UxsG87l5Hc8-rg1cIUbRX1FzL0A%3D%3D%26ch%3DVpvqQqk8r4rjuZlM53N5MqxHAamNxTWIBV98PB03AZQUTz6JS8Wz3w%3D%3D&data=02%7C01%7Cmeechan%40hrworks-inc.com%7C66243a068a154bfb8f5e08d43013cd2b%7C1384d9aad59842bbaa4ca07413d7c695%7C0%7C0%7C636186309003388089&sdata=Dq3wXF3VC35YPWb6TDsPwHFMSgZ%2BvicT7mbuQ6N8RjI%3D&reserved=0) also include minimum wage increases specific to employees in certain industries. [![How to learn your labor law poster requirements.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/How%20to%20learn%20your%20labor%20law%20poster%20requirements.png?width=600&name=How%20to%20learn%20your%20labor%20law%20poster%20requirements.png "How to learn your labor law poster requirements.png")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/how-to-learn-your-labor-law-poster-requirements) ## [How to learn your labor law poster requirements](https://blog.completepayroll.com/how-to-learn-your-labor-law-poster-requirements) Despite the digital age we live in, the old-fashioned printed poster still has a place in the office. The government still requires certain information to be posted in offices, and businesses that fail to post them may be subject to penalties. [![employee vs independent contractor.png](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Social/employee%20vs%20independent%20contractor.png?width=600&name=employee%20vs%20independent%20contractor.png "employee vs independent contractor.png")](https://blog.completepayroll.com/clarifying-the-employee-vs.-independent-contractor) ## [Clarifying the difference between an employee and an independent contractor](https://blog.completepayroll.com/clarifying-the-employee-vs.-independent-contractor) Deciding how to classify a new worker can be considered one of the most basic HR or payroll decisions. It can also be considered one of the most important. This decision affects the employer’s tax and reporting requirements... ![bottom-cta-bg.jpg](https://www.completepayroll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CompletePayroll_2017/backgrounds/bottom-cta-bg.jpg?width=1920&name=bottom-cta-bg.jpg "bottom-cta-bg.jpg") ## Learn what a life in Payroll Country could mean for your business. 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