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Payroll in California Isn't Simple

Running payroll in California is complex enough. If your provider is slow or unresponsive, small issues quickly turn into major problems. You need a responsive payroll partner who understands your business and has your back.

Compliance Risks

Late filings, payroll tax errors, wage and hour mistakes, and penalties that can add up fast.

Time Drain

Payroll shouldn’t steal hours from your week when you need that time to grow your business.

Big-Box Providers

Long hold times, ticket systems, and zero accountability when something goes wrong.

our approach

That’s Why Businesses Switch to PaySource

We’re not a national call-center payroll company. We’re a California-based payroll and HR partner built for small and medium businesses that need accuracy, compliance, and responsive support. 

Payroll Done Right, Every Pay Period

Accurate payroll, on-time paychecks, and compliance, without the guesswork.

Seamless, Guided Onboarding

Hands-on onboarding that gets you up and running without disruption.

California Compliance, Covered

We’ve got you covered on complex California labor laws and payroll taxes.

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25+ Years of Trusted Expertise

Serving California business solutions with accuracy, and accountability. 

Built for Small & Mid-size Businesses

Flexible, hands-on support without being treated like just another number. 

Dedicated Payroll Specialist

One point of contact who knows your business and answers when you call. 

what we do

Payroll & HR Solutions Built for California Businesses

From payroll processing to HR compliance, we handle the details, so you don’t have to. You get accurate, on-time payroll and compliant HR support, so you can focus on running and growing your business

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Payroll Services

Accurate payroll processing, tax filings, direct deposit, and year-end reporting. We handle the details so you can focus on growing your business.

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HR Support

Our HR solutions cover your employees, from hiring to retiring. We help with applicant tracking, background checks, onboarding, and employee handbooks.

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Time & Attendance

Effortlessly track employee's hours that flows straight into payroll. Or we have integrations with virtually any time and attendance systems you may already have. 

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Workers Comp

Our pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation syncs directly with payroll and eliminates down-payments and audits, saving your business time and money. 

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Employees

Employee Benefits

Offer employee benefits with less work. Let us handle your benefits administration whether its health insurance, retirement plans, and pre-tax savings. 

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Compliance

Compliance

Stay compliant with California’s changing labor laws without the hassle. PaySource handles wage and hour rules, payroll taxes, and ACA reporting for you.

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Manage Your Payroll Anywhere, Anytime! 

This easy to use, intuitive online payroll and workforce management tool provides you with a reliable resource for employee onboarding, payroll, time and attendance and HR. 

 
additional solutions

Solutions That Make Payroll Easier to Manage

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Pay Options

Give employees flexible, secure pay options like direct deposit, pay cards, and earned wage access so they can get their money when they need it.

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Employee Self Service

Easy mobile access to pay stubs, benefits, and hours, plus GPS-enabled clock-in and out so you always know who’s working, where, and when.

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Labor Law Poster Compliance

Stay compliant and avoid fines with our labor law poster update service. We track regulation changes and keep your posters up to date.

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Background Checks

Get fast, accurate screening so you can make confident hiring decisions and protect your business with a safe, compliant workplace.

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Applicant Tracking System

Our cloud-based applicant tracking system makes it easy to post jobs, review candidates, and hire great people with a modern, streamlined process.

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401k & Retirement Accounts

We make it easy for businesses to offer retirement plans, and we help employers maximize available tax credits for participating.

why paysource

Why Businesses Choose Us

Locally Owned. Nationally Capable. Personally Invested.

Founded in San Diego, PaySource has grown through long-term client relationships and referrals, not pushy sales. Our team knows California’s complex employment laws and wage rules inside and out, and we customize our services to fit your business needs— from small businesses to multi-location companies.

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Payroll & HR Solutions Backed by 25+ Years of Expertise

At PaySource, we believe every business deserves personalized service, clear guidance, and reliable support, especially when it comes to payroll and HR. That’s why, for over two decades, we’ve been partnering with small and mid-sized businesses across California to simplify compliance, streamline operations, and save time.

Experience that matters

Trusted by California Business Owners

  • "We’ve used PaySource for several years and love the personal attention their team gives us. As a small business with about 20+/- employees and so many moving parts to manage. it’s a relief knowing they’re always there, consistent, and ready to help. They’re a critical part of our business's success."

    Business-owner

    Ryan Prange Falling Waters Landscape

  • "As an accounting firm, we have many clients needing payroll solutions, and PaySource has been a huge help taking care of them all. We were so impressed that we switched to PaySource ourselves. Onboarding was easy, the transition was seamless, and they’ve been fantastic to work with."

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    Brianna Finchum ABMG, Inc

  • "PaySource has been providing excellent payroll services for our 3 companies for over 10 years. We have never had any issues, and they are very knowledgeable, responsive and professional. If we ever have a special request, it only takes one call, and it is done. Outstanding team!!!"

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    Fred Sobke BajaMex Currency Services

  • "We've had the pleasure to work with PaySource since 1998. Since they have been processing payroll for us, our business size has grown from 15 employees to over 100. Their personal attention shows at every level. I’ve recommended them to others, who’ve experienced the same professionalism we have.

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    Susie Johnson Southern CA Tribal Chairmen's

  • "We’ve used PaySource for years and love their professional team, quick responses, and easy-to-use system. Our previous big payroll companies made costly errors and treated us like a number. With PaySource, everything runs smoothly, they know us by name, and we highly recommend them."

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    Leslie Wright Greg Wright Construction

  • "We moved over to PaySource from one of the "big payroll providers". What a wonderful difference! PaySource's professional staff is readily available to process payroll, answer questions/concerns, and without any hold time! Processing our business payroll is a breeze. Always accurate and affordable."

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    Sharon Spangler Superior Restoration

  • "If your business is looking for a payroll service that is efficient, reliable and provides quality service, then look no further! It makes a difference when your business is supported and handled professionally. They have made my job easy! Please consider PaySource for your business needs."

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    Janet Popoff Tri-City Drywall

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Ready for Payroll Without the Stress?

Let’s talk about your business, your payroll needs, and how we can support you.