Managed Payroll · Staffing Agencies

Staffing agency payroll never stops - and neither should you.

Weekly payroll cycles, W-2 vs. 1099 classification risk, multi-state compliance for placed workers, and client billing reconciliation make staffing agency payroll one of the most demanding in any sector. BEG manages all of it at $25-$45 per employee per month - fully managed, no migration required.

See your exact monthly & annual price - no call required

Weekly cyclesManaged on time, every time

All 50 statesMulti-state compliance for placed workers

No migrationWorks in your existing system

The Cost of Running It Yourself

What does in-house payroll actually cost your staffing agency?

Weekly pressure

Temp workers expect to be paid every week - missing a cycle destroys placements

Staffing agencies running payroll weekly face constant pressure. One missed cycle and a placed worker walks. BEG handles every weekly run so your ops team stays focused on placements, not payroll fire drills.

W-2 vs. 1099

Worker misclassification is the IRS audit trigger staffing agencies fear most

Misclassifying a placed worker as a 1099 contractor when they should be a W-2 employee exposes your agency to back taxes, penalties, and client liability. BEG manages classification correctly from day one.

$70K+

Annual cost of a dedicated in-house payroll specialist who understands staffing agency complexity

Fully managed payroll at $25-$45 PEPM replaces that headcount while removing the single-person-dependency risk that leaves you exposed when they leave or take a sick day.

How It Works

Three steps to fully managed payroll for your agency

Scope review

We map your current payroll cadence, placed worker roster, pay structures (hourly, overtime, piece-rate), and multi-state footprint. You get a fixed monthly cost with no surprises.

Setup and first run

We configure payroll for your weekly cycle, set up W-2 processing for placed workers, map client billing codes, and run your first cycles alongside your existing process for verification.

Ongoing managed service

Every weekly run, garnishment, multi-state filing, and year-end W-2 - fully managed by BEG. Your team approves; we execute.

What BEG Handles

Staffing agency payroll complexity - fully covered

✓Weekly W-2 payroll processing for all placed workers

✓Worker classification review - W-2 vs. 1099 for each engagement type

✓Multi-state tax registration and filing for workers placed across state lines

✓Garnishment administration for placed worker wages

✓Client billing code mapping so payroll and invoicing reconcile without manual work

✓Overtime calculations under FLSA for weekly-paid temp workers

✓Year-end W-2 volume filing for high-turnover placed worker populations

✓Year-end 1099-NEC preparation for any properly classified independent contractor relationships

✓New hire reporting for placed workers in all states where required

✓ACA tracking for temp workers approaching full-time measurement thresholds

Side by Side

BEG Managed Payroll vs. In-House vs. Software

Factor	BEG Managed	In-House Hire	Payroll Software
Monthly cost (50 workers)	$1,250-$2,250	$5,800-$8,300	$500-$1,200 + errors
Weekly cycle management	Fully managed	Depends on one person	You run it
Multi-state temp worker filing	Included	May need outside help	You configure it
W-2 vs. 1099 classification guidance	Included	Varies by hire	Not included
Year-end W-2 volume filing	Included	Included	Extra fee
Garnishment administration	Included	Included	You manage it
Single point of failure risk	None	High	None

The Math on Waiting

Every week your team runs payroll manually is a week they are not filling roles.

Staffing agencies grow by placing workers - not by managing weekly payroll runs, chasing multi-state registrations, and preparing year-end W-2 volumes. Fully managed payroll at $25-$45 PEPM frees your ops team to focus on what generates revenue.

Your Next Transition Window

Transitions take 30-60 days. The right time to start is before your next busy hiring season.

Staffing agencies that miss the transition window before a seasonal ramp typically delay another quarter. The cost savings you defer do not come back.

15 minutes. We scope your payroll, give you a fixed monthly cost, and show you what transition looks like. Pricing starts at $25 PEPM.

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FAQ

Common questions from staffing agencies

Do you handle weekly payroll cycles for temp workers?

Yes. Weekly payroll is BEG's standard for staffing agency clients. We process every weekly run, handle exceptions, and ensure placed workers are paid accurately and on time. Your ops team approves; we execute.

How does BEG handle W-2 vs. 1099 classification for placed workers?

BEG reviews each engagement type and ensures placed workers are classified correctly under IRS and FLSA standards. Misclassification is one of the most common staffing agency audit triggers - we manage classification from day one so you are not exposed.

Our placed workers are in multiple states. Can you handle that?

Yes. BEG manages state tax registration, withholding, and filing for workers placed across state lines. We cover all 50 states. You do not need to manage separate state registrations or tax accounts as your placement footprint grows.

What does $25-$45 PEPM include for a staffing agency?

Everything: weekly payroll processing, multi-state tax filing, garnishment administration, new hire reporting, ACA tracking, year-end W-2 preparation, and dedicated BEG support.

How long does the transition take?

30-60 days from scope review to first fully managed weekly run. We shadow your existing process during setup, so there is no disruption to worker payments during transition.

Do we need to switch payroll platforms?

No. BEG operates inside your existing system. If you want to migrate to a better platform, we can manage that too - but it is never a requirement to get started with fully managed payroll.