01. Discover
We learn about your business, employees, pay schedules, and payroll requirements.
You Receive
A clear payroll plan designed around your business.
Payroll Services for Canadian Businesses
Switzer & Co. provides fully managed payroll services for businesses across Canada. We automate payroll processing, reduce errors, ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, and keep your business compliant with CRA payroll requirements. From payroll setup and direct deposit to tax remittances, T4 preparation, ROEs, and ongoing support, we handle the payroll process so you can focus on running your business.
Peace of mind starts here.
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Payroll done right. Every pay period. Every employee. Every time.
Why Outsource Payroll?
Payroll is one of the most important responsibilities in your business.
Employees expect to be paid accurately and on time. Government deadlines must be met. Payroll legislation changes regularly. Even small mistakes can create unnecessary stress, penalties, and unhappy employees.
Outsourcing your payroll gives you confidence that every pay period is handled professionally while freeing valuable time to focus on growing your business.
Benefits
- Save hours every pay period
- Reduce payroll errors
- Improve CRA compliance
- Eliminate manual calculations
- Keep employees happy
- Protect confidential payroll information
- Receive professional support whenever needed
We manage every aspect of your payroll process.
What’s Included in Our Payroll Services?
Pay your team with confidence.
02. Setup
We configure your payroll system, employee records, direct deposits, tax settings, and reporting.
You Receive
A fully configured payroll system ready for accurate processing.
03. Process
We calculate payroll, process payments, prepare remittances, and keep everything running smoothly.
You Receive
Employees who are paid accurately and on time every pay period.
04. Support
Whenever you have payroll questions, hire new employees, process terminations, or need guidance, we’re here to help.
You Receive
Ongoing payroll support from experienced professionals who understand your business.
Frequently Asked Questions About Payroll Services
Why should I outsource payroll?
Outsourcing payroll saves time, reduces errors, improves CRA compliance, and ensures employees are paid accurately and on time without adding administrative work to your business.
What happens if I make a payroll mistake?
Payroll mistakes can result in employee dissatisfaction, incorrect tax remittances, CRA penalties, and additional administrative work. Professional payroll services help minimize these risks through accurate calculations and ongoing compliance.
Can payroll integrate into my accounting software?
Yes. Payroll data can be integrated with popular accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, and many other accounting systems.
Can you process payroll for contractors?
Yes. We can assist with contractor payments and prepare T5018 slips where required, while helping ensure compliance with Canadian reporting obligations.
Can you help if my payroll is behind or contains errors?
Absolutely. We can review past payroll records, identify discrepancies, prepare corrections, and help bring your payroll up-to-date?
Is my payroll information secure if we work with you?
Yes. We use secure systems and processes to protect sensitive employee and business information?
Can you support a growing business?
Absolutely, Our payroll services can scale as your business adds employees, locations, or more complex payroll requirements.
Can you help manage apprentice payroll and required tax forms?
Yes. We can help track apprenticeship-related payroll requirements and provide support with forms, reporting, and payroll records required for various apprenticeship programs and tax credits.
Do you prepare T2200 forms for employees?
Yes. We can assist employers with the preparation and administration of Form T2200, Declaration of Conditions of Employment, when appropriate, and help ensure employee expense policies align with CRA requirements.
Can you handle union payroll?
Yes. We can process payroll for unionized employees, including union dues, pension contributions, benefits deductions, and other collective agreement requirements.
How do you manage employee benefits deductions?
We can process payrolls that have employee and employer benefit premiums, including health and dental plans, group RRSPs, life insurance, disability coverage, and taxable benefit calculations.
What are taxable benefits and how are they reported?
Taxable benefits may include company vehicles, cell phones, parking, group insurance, gifts, and other employer-provided benefits. We help calculate and report taxable benefits correctly to ensure CRA compliance.
Can you help determine whether a worker should be an employee or contractor?
Yes. We can help identify payroll considerations and provide guidance regarding employee versus independent contractor classifications. Proper classification is important to avoid costly CRA penalties and reassessments.
How do you handle employees who work in multiple provinces?
Yes. We can process payroll for employees working across multiple provinces and ensure payroll calculations follow the applicable provincial rules and reporting requirements.
Can you process shareholder and owner-manager payroll?
Absolutely. We help business owners determine appropriate payroll arrangements and can process regular wages, bonuses, and manage dividend payments with T4 & T5 year end filings.
What if an employee receives bonuses or commissions?
We can calculate and process bonuses, commissions, retroactive pay adjustments, and other special earnings while ensuring source deductions are calculated correctly.
How do you handle workers' compensation reporting?
We can assist with payroll reporting requirements related to WorkSafeBC, WSIB, and other provincial workers’ compensation programs.
Yes. We can manage employee hires, layoffs, recalls, and ROE filings for seasonal workforces.
We can assist with payroll reporting requirements related to WorkSafeBC, WSIB, and other provincial workers’ compensation programs.
What happens when an employee goes on maternity, parental, or medical leave?
We can process leave-related payroll changes, issue Records of Employment (ROEs), and help ensure payroll records remain accurate during the leave period.
Can you assist with CRA payroll reviews?
Yes. We can help organize payroll records, review documentation requests, and provide support during payroll compliance reviews.
Organized, calm guidance through payrolls, adjustments and CRA correspondence.
Your Professional Payroll Partner
Why Businesses Choose Switzer & Co.
Businesses don’t hire us because they want payroll software.
They hire us because they want payroll to simply happen.
Our clients know their employees will be paid accurately, government deadlines will be met, payroll records will stay organized, and experienced professionals are available whenever questions arise.
That means less time worrying about payroll and more time building a successful business.
Peace of Mind Starts Here
Accurate payroll does more than ensure employees are paid on time. It builds trust within your team, helps your business remain compliant, and gives you confidence that one of your most important responsibilities is being handled professionally.
When payroll runs smoothly, you spend less time dealing with administration and more time making decisions that move your business forward.
Whether you have a handful of employees or a growing workforce across multiple locations, Switzer & Co. provides reliable payroll services that grow with your business. Doing business has never been easier.