Payroll & Payroll Tax Services in Portland, CT

Running payroll shouldn’t take valuable time away from running your business. At Carollo & Associates, we provide professional payroll and payroll tax services in Portland, CT and surrounding communities—helping small business owners pay employees accurately, stay compliant, and avoid costly penalties.

Why Work with a CPA for Payroll

Payroll is more than just writing checks. If you’re in Portland, Glastonbury, or anywhere in Middlesex County, you know that staying on top of tax filings, wage calculations, and ever-changing employment regulations can be overwhelming.


When you partner with us, you get a payroll system that’s efficient, accurate, and backed by CPA-level oversight—so you can focus on your business, not payroll headaches.

What Our Payroll Services Include

We tailor payroll solutions to fit your business needs, offering:

  • Accurate calculation of wages, salaries, commissions, and bonuses
  • Direct deposit setup and management
  • Employee and contractor payment processing
  • Payroll tax calculation and timely filing (federal & Connecticut state)
  • Quarterly and annual payroll tax reports (including W-2s and 1099s)
  • New hire reporting to state agencies
  • Integration with your bookkeeping and accounting systems
  • Compliance monitoring for wage and hour laws

We can manage your payroll entirely or provide support to your in-house team.

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Payroll Tax Management

Mistakes in payroll taxes can lead to penalties and interest.

 

We ensure:

  • Correct calculation of Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment taxes
  • On-time deposits to the IRS and CT DRS
  • Accurate quarterly 941 filings and year-end reconciliations
  • Compliance with state-specific payroll tax requirements


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Industry Expertise: Salons, Spas & More

We understand the payroll complexities of service-based businesses, including:

  • Commission-based pay for stylists and technicians
  • Tip reporting and allocation
  • Seasonal and part-time workforce management
  • Multiple pay rates for different services

Whether you own a salon, spa, boutique, or other small business, we make payroll run smoothly.

Why Choose Carollo & Associates for Payroll

When you outsource payroll to us, you get:

  • CPA-level accuracy and compliance monitoring
  • Local knowledge of Connecticut employment laws
  • Integrated payroll, tax, and bookkeeping support
  • Flexible service options to fit your budget and needs
  • Peace of mind knowing your payroll is always on time and correct


Make Payroll Stress-Free

Let us handle your payroll so you can focus on growing your business. Whether you need full-service payroll or occasional tax filing support, we’re here to help.

Looking Beyond Payroll?

In addition to payroll services, we provide:



  • Bookkeeping to keep your financials accurate and up-to-date
  • Tax preparation and planning to minimize liabilities
  • Investment and retirement planning to help you grow your wealth


Because we’re both CPAs and financial advisors, we integrate payroll with your overall financial strategy—making your business operations more efficient and profitable.