Gusto - Modern HR & Payroll for Small Business

Gusto simplifies payroll, benefits, and HR for small businesses with automated tax filing, comprehensive benefits marketplace, and employee self-service tools. Perfect for startups and growing companies seeking affordable, user-friendly HR automation.

Why Gusto is Essential for Growing Small Businesses

Gusto revolutionizes small business operations by combining payroll, benefits, and HR into one seamless platform that saves time, reduces costs, and improves compliance. The platform processes over $100 billion in payroll annually, demonstrating its reliability and scale. Businesses using Gusto report 75% reduction in payroll processing time, 90% fewer compliance issues, and 40% improvement in employee satisfaction with benefits and HR processes. Gusto automatically handles complex calculations, tax filings, and regulatory requirements while providing intuitive interfaces that require no specialized training. The platform scales from solo entrepreneurs to companies with hundreds of employees, making it an ideal long-term solution for growing businesses.

Gusto revolutionizes small business operations by combining payroll, benefits, and HR into one seamless platform that saves time, reduces costs, and improves compliance. The platform processes over $100 billion in payroll annually, demonstrating its reliability and scale. Businesses using Gusto report 75% reduction in payroll processing time, 90% fewer compliance issues, and 40% improvement in employee satisfaction with benefits and HR processes. Gusto automatically handles complex calculations, tax filings, and regulatory requirements while providing intuitive interfaces that require no specialized training. The platform scales from solo entrepreneurs to companies with hundreds of employees, making it an ideal long-term solution for growing businesses.

Key Benefits of Gusto Automation

Save 8+ hours weekly on payroll processing with full automation and tax compliance
Reduce compliance risks by 90% with automatic tax filing across all 50 states
Improve employee satisfaction by 40% with modern self-service tools and benefits
Eliminate manual calculations with automated wage, tax, and deduction processing
Access comprehensive benefits marketplace with health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
Streamline onboarding with digital forms, direct deposit setup, and automated workflows
Integrate seamlessly with 100+ popular business applications including accounting software
Provide mobile access for employees to view pay stubs, request time off, and manage benefits
Ensure accurate reporting with real-time analytics and compliance dashboards
Scale effortlessly from 1 to 500+ employees without changing platforms

Comprehensive Gusto Features and Capabilities

Gusto provides a complete suite of HR and payroll tools designed to simplify business operations:

Automated Payroll Processing - Full-service payroll with automatic tax calculations and filings
Tax Compliance - Automatic federal, state, and local tax filing with year-end reporting
Benefits Administration - Health insurance, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits marketplace
HR Tools - Employee handbook templates, compliance alerts, and policy management
Time Tracking - Integrated time tracking with overtime calculations and project tracking
Employee Self-Service - Mobile app for pay stubs, benefits, time off requests, and profile updates
Onboarding Automation - Digital I-9, W-4, direct deposit setup, and welcome workflows
Workers Compensation - Integrated workers comp with automatic premium adjustments
Talent Management - Performance reviews, goal tracking, and career development tools
Reporting and Analytics - Real-time dashboards with payroll, tax, and HR insights
Integration Marketplace - Connect with QuickBooks, Xero, and 100+ business applications
Expert Support - 24/7 customer support with certified payroll professionals

Gusto Pricing Plans and Options

Gusto offers transparent pricing with three main plans: Simple ($40/month plus $6/employee), Plus ($80/month plus $12/employee), and Premium ($149/month plus $12/employee). All plans include full payroll processing, tax filing, and basic HR tools. Higher tiers add advanced features like time tracking, advanced reporting, and dedicated support. Gusto also offers specialized plans for contractors and seasonal workers.

Getting Started with Gusto

Gusto implementation is designed to be quick and painless, typically taking 1-2 weeks for full setup. The process includes data migration from existing systems, employee onboarding, tax setup verification, and benefits enrollment. Gusto provides step-by-step guidance, dedicated support specialists, and automated setup tools to ensure smooth transitions with minimal business disruption.