EAS: Administrative Services Solutions

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"Even though Audax has been handling our human resources for only about a month and a half when I discovered a dishonest employee, they did a great job helping me. It was like we were involved for years. Proper advisement ensured the correct procedures and documentation of the situation. If not for that we might not have gotten any of the money back." - Bruce Weiss, Owner
Gerry's Service

Administering HR just got easier

According to the US Small Business Administration, small businesses spend up to 25% of their time administering employee related paperwork and processes. These activities cost firms thousands of dollars annually and limit their time and ability to focus on activities that drive growth and improve profitability. Well-informed organizations know this.

Audax provides organizations with three unique programs tailored to address the critical areas of modern personnel management: administration, payroll and benefits. As an Employee Administrative Services (EAS), Audax provides support services for:

Human Resources Administration -

Services include employee handbook reviews/development, compliance audits, personnel files management and even creation of new hire kits.

Worker's Compensation Administration -

Oversight and administration of your worker's compensation and employee liability and coverage programs.

Benefits Administration & Consulting -

Reviews, suggestions, design and administration of your existing or custom-created benefits programs. Workers comp, retirement, cafeteria plans, you name it!

Payroll Processing and Management -

Complete paycheck creation and delivery, including full year-end W2's. Corporate tax reporting/compliance - it's everything related to payroll.

What are Employee Administration Services?

Employee Administration Services (EAS) providers like Audax partner with small and mid-sized businesses to handle all of the administrative functions related to employing a workforce. This includes administration of its human resources, an organization's payroll and its benefits programs. Clients maintain complete control over hiring/firing, compensation, scheduling, and day-to-day management but are freed from many administrative hassles.

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Human Resources Administration -

The paperwork related to employing a staff has grown more complex and demanding over the years. ASOs relieve companies of these burdens by assisting them with:

• Employee handbook review, development & implementation.
• Compliance reviews of employee files, worksite and practices.
• Personnel Files Management.
• Worker's Compensation Insurance Administration.
• HR process reviews.

Workers Compensation Administration -

The demands of keeping your workforce safe and productive should never take a backseat to burdensome clerical demands. Audax administers and oversees all aspects of keeping workforces covered and insured:

• Complete Claims & Incidence Management.
• Loss Control Management and Consulting.
• OSHA Compliance Guidance & Information.
• Annual Audits.

Benefits Administration & Consulting -

An organization's employee fringe benefits create a whole new set of demands that require special skills, knowledge and expertise. ASOs support the client by providing:

• Reviews of existing health, dental, workers compensation, Section 125, FSA and pension plans.
• Employee benefits plans consulting, design and implementation.
• Administration & communication of benefits between client, employee & insurance carrier.

Payroll Processing and Management -

Finally, much like human resources administration, payroll has grown ever more complex and cumbersome. ASOs offer value by providing complete payroll administration, management and reporting, including:

• Check preparation and delivery.
• Direct deposit of paychecks.
• W-2 reconciliation and submission.
• Year-end statements.
• Filing of 940s, 941s and State and Local tax returns.
• Payment of FICA, FUTA, SUTA, and other employment taxes.
• Customized reports and summaries.
• PTO tracking and vacation time management.
• Complete archiving & disaster recovery.
• Accurate, on-time, and confidential data processing.

The AudaxEAS Programs

Audax offers three unique EAS programs designed for all types of businesses and organizations. Each program can be customized with additional services as needs warrant - consult your Audax representative for further info.

AudaxEAS Essential™ - Geared for organizations requiring simple payroll processing support. Services can be expanded as needs grow.

• Complete Payroll Administration
• Yearly Consultative Reviews.

AudaxEAS Enhanced™ - Designed for businesses with many existing HR functions already in place, but looking to cut costs.

• Complete Human Resources Administration
• Complete Worker's Compensation Administration
• Complete Payroll Administration
• Yearly Consultative Reviews.

AudaxEAS Premier™ - Perfect for mid-sized companies with advanced needs looking to streamline back-office operations and improve employee relations.

• Complete Human Resources Administration
• Complete Worker's Compensation Administration
• Complete Benefits Administration
• Complete Payroll Administration
• Web-based HR tools for managers and employees
• Yearly Consultative Reviews and Planning.

Compare Audax with The Competition

Part of what makes Audax unique is our integrated line of support services that cover all the bases. Not only do we help determine the best solutions for your company's needs, but we also tailor your package to the options that you choose.

Compare Audax with The Competition

ServiceAudaxCompetitors

HR Management SystemYesNo

HR Legal Consultation and RepresentationYesNo

Employee File ManagementYesNo

Workers Compensation
(Pay as you go)YesYes

Real-time 24/7 Data AccessYesNo

Online Payroll ManagementYesYes (extra fee)

Employee Self-ServiceYesNo

Frequently Asked EAS Questions

Here are some common questions we field from clients and prospects considering partnering with Audax Solutions as their EAS provider.

1) What is an EAS?

Administrative Service Organization (EAS) is a service organization that administers employee related human resource issues, employee benefits and payroll management.

2) What is the difference between an EAS and a PEO?

Both of these employee administration models offer to administer their client's Human Resource, Worker's compensation, Employee benefits and payroll programs in very distinct ways. An EAS is a service provider. The relationship is between the client and the EAS, and all the human resource policies and employee benefits are maintained in the client's name. Payroll and payroll taxes are paid using the clients federal employment identification number (FEIN). With an EAS agreement, the client is not limited to the benefits provided by a PEO (Professional Employer Organization) and therefore can establish its own benefit plan or keep any existing plan.

3) What are the different Audax plans?

All of our plans are described above, under the AudaxEAS Programs. Each has been designed to serve businesses or organizations with different needs and requirements.

4) Why do companies choose to use an EAS?

Managing a business can often be difficult and almost always time-consuming. Also, most managers do not have the necessary experience in human resource compliance, risk management in worker's compensation insurance, and in the designing of employee benefits and payroll accounting programs.

An EAS will provide your company with a team of experienced professionals to handle your employee administration activities permitting you to more effectively focus on your core business! Utilizing an EAS affords cost efficiencies and access to the level of expertise necessary to strategically administer your company's human resource obligations while insulating your business from risk.

5) What if I already have a Human Resource Department?

For larger and established companies like yours, Audax will provide your existing staff a human resource audit of your current policies and procedures. After our technical analysis, we will tailor an effective strategic plan to enhance your regulatory human resource compliance.