Make Payroll One of Your Top 10 Checklist Items to Review for 2025

 I’m diving into the Top 10 Checklist Items every business or organization should review before the new year. This special episode focuses on actionable insights to help you prepare for a successful 2025, and I’m thrilled to be joined by my co-host, a great friend, Mark O’Donal, a commercial banker at Camden National Bank.

One of the critical items we’ll highlight is payroll management—an essential part of every business operation that often gets overlooked until problems arise. At Ardiah, we know payroll is about more than just paying employees on time. It’s about ensuring compliance, streamlining operations, and giving businesses the tools they need to grow with confidence.

📻 How to Tune In:

• Live Radio: Listen on WRFR 93.3 Rockland.
• Online: Stream live at www.WRFR.org.
• Facebook Live: Watch and interact with us in real-time.
• YouTube Channel: Can’t make it live? Catch the episode later on the Rock Coast Entrepreneurs’ YouTube channel, Entrepreneur’s Hour—perfect for when you have a moment during this busy time of year.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get your year-end checklist ready, including ways to simplify payroll and set your business up for success!

Why Payroll Should Be a Top Priority

Payroll is a cornerstone of every business, and getting it right can save you time, stress, and money—especially with changes like Maine’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave policy coming into effect. Managing payroll in-house can be overwhelming, and this is where Ardiah makes life easier for our clients.

Imagine if someone told you:

• You won’t have to spend hours figuring out the rules, collecting contributions from yourself and your employees, and submitting payments to the state.
• We’ll handle it for you, ensuring compliance and managing everything every quarter, at no additional cost.

This is exactly what we do for our clients. From walking businesses through the setup process to providing helpful tips and handling ongoing management, we make what seems complicated feel simple.

More Ways Ardiah Simplifies Payroll

Here are just a few examples of how we help our clients:

• Tracking PTO and Vacation: We offer tools to easily manage paid time off for employees, saving time and headaches.
• Reports for Worker’s Comp Audits: Need a report for an audit? We produce detailed, custom reports for our clients in minutes.
• Employee Access and Tools: Employees can use our payroll platform to access pay stubs, manage deductions, and even handle their 401(k)—all through a user-friendly app.

At Ardiah, payroll isn’t just about compliance; it’s about creating efficiency, supporting employees, and giving business owners peace of mind.

What Sets Ardiah Apart

The best part of working with Ardiah isn’t just our fair, flat-rate pricing or our robust platform—it’s our team. We’re a group of community members—your customers, friends, and neighbors—who care deeply about your success. Whether you need help with payroll, bookkeeping, or compliance, we’re here to offer personalized, reliable service backed by decades of experience.

As we look ahead, I’m incredibly proud of the people who make Ardiah what it is and excited to continue strengthening our services to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Stay tuned for some exciting updates we’ll be sharing soon!

Don’t Wait—Schedule Your Free Consultation Today

With only a few weeks left in the year, now is the perfect time to schedule a free consultation. Whether it’s preparing for tax season, streamlining payroll, or navigating Maine’s new policies, we’re here to help you start 2025 strong.

Let us take the stress out of payroll so you can focus on what matters most—growing your business.

Happy Holidays,