Join Enzo Garza, founder of Accounting Prose, and Dan Evanoff, Head of HR, as they delve into HR compliance 101 for small employers. They discuss common pitfalls in job descriptions, the importance of proper employee classification, and the legal implications of incorrect offer letters.

Learn about optimizing job postings, handling remote work scenarios, and maintaining compliance with state-specific regulations. This episode also covers best practices for onboarding new hires, managing benefits, and ensuring transparent communication about compensation.

Join Enzo Garza and Dan Evanoff for a deep dive into one of the most common (and costly) mistakes businesses make: worker misclassification.

In this episode, they tackle the murky waters of determining whether someone is truly an independent contractor or should be a W-2 employee. Dan reveals that he spots red flags in contractor payments "99.99% of the time," and the duo breaks down why this matters more than most business owners realize.

What you'll learn:

• The three key tests for determining worker classification
• Why "they want to be a contractor" won't protect you in an audit
• Hidden risks beyond payroll taxes (workers' comp, sales tax nexus, and more)
• Real-world red flags that scream misclassification
• Practical solutions when you discover you've been doing it wrong
• How different states approach classification (spoiler: California is strict)

From payment structures to project scopes, from handbooks to insurance requirements, Enzo and Dan cover everything you need to know to stay compliant. They even share a wild story about gift card fraud that led to firing a client!

Whether you're a small business owner, HR professional, or accounting pro, this episode provides actionable insights to help you avoid expensive penalties and protect your business. Plus, you'll finally understand why having contractors sign your employee handbook is a terrible idea.

Join Enzo, founder of Accounting Prose, and Dan, Head of HR, for an eye-opening discussion about the hidden costs and risks of handling HR yourself as a small business owner. In this candid conversation, they explore why even businesses with just a few employees need to think strategically about HR compliance and people management.

Topics
- The most common (and costly) HR mistake: worker misclassification and how it can trigger devastating audits
- Why HR is a "profit protector" rather than a cost center
- The real tipping point for when DIY HR becomes dangerous (hint: it's sooner than you think)
- Critical compliance issues that vary by state and can result in major penalties
- How poor HR practices lead to talent loss and derail business growth

Read the companion blog here