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UNIFORCE Employee Recognition: Anisse Rolon

Posted on Feb 03, 2025

Employee Background:  The Medical Office Staffing division of UNIFORCE Staffing Solutions is pleased to announce Anisse Rolon as our latest Employee Recognition Program Honorable Mention.  Anisse came to UNIFORCE in July of 2024 and has worked with glowing reviews since that time.  Anisse brought her relevant experience in the areas of being a medical assistant where she prepared patient injections and set up procedures as well as completed patient intakes and insurance verifications.

Success Story:  Anisse is currently working on a long-term, indefinite assignment as a Medical Receptionist for a well established New York City based mental health services provider.  In her role, she is responsible for answering patient questions regarding their medical care and treatment.   Our client clearly values her as an essential member as she provides knowledge and experience with medical insurance, therapist case loads, and patient intake documentation.  She addresses the organization’s needs with exceptional level of customer service and has also been given additional responsibilities to utilize the electronic medical records system.  The UNIFORCE team appreciates a positive & long standing professional relationship with Anisse, and we wish her many years of success in her career!!

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UNIFORCE Employee Recognition: Jazelle Acevedo-Cantillo

Posted on Jan 13, 2025

Employee Background:  The Medical Office Staffing division of UNIFORCE Staffing Solutions is pleased to announce Jazelle Acevedo-Cantillo as our latest Employee Recognition Program Honorable Mention.  Jazelle came to UNIFORCE in July of 2024 and has worked with glowing reviews since that time.  Jazelle brought her relevant experience in the areas of patient intake, insurance verification, medical scheduling, and customer service.

Success Story:  Jazelle is currently working on a long-term, indefinite assignment as a Medical Biller for a well established New York City based mental health services provider.  In her role, she is responsible for preparing and submitting electronic medical claims to insurance and government providers.   Our client clearly values her as an essential member as she provides knowledge and experience with handling unpaid claims, insurance denials, and timely reimbursements.  She addresses the organization’s needs with exceptional level of service and has also been given additional responsibilities to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and insurance company guidelines.  The UNIFORCE team appreciates a positive & long standing professional relationship with Jazelle, and we wish her many years of success in her career!!

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Happy Holidays and New Year 2024-2025!

Posted on Dec 24, 2024

From all of us at UNIFORCE Staffing Solutions, we would like to say “Thank You!” for being an employee.  We also wish all UNIFORCE employees and candidates a very Happy Holidays and all the best in the year to come! For the holidays, our offices will be closing Tuesday, December 24th at 3:00 pm EST. Our offices will re-open on Thursday, December 26th. Also, our offices will close at 3:00 pm EST on December 31st and re-open on Thursday, January 2nd.  

For all employees who use E-time to enter hours, please enter your hours no later than Monday at 12:00 pm EST.  Payroll processing will proceed as normal. 

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Minimum Wage, Disability and Family Leave Changes for New Jersey Employees in 2025

Posted on Dec 13, 2024

Effective Jan 1, 2025, employees working in the state of New Jersey will see some positive changes with regards to higher pay, but conversely higher payroll deductions such as temporary disability insurance and family leave insurance.

At the beginning of this year, the statewide minimum wage increased by $.36 to $15.49 per hour for most employees.

When Governor Murphy took office in 2018, the state’s minimum wage was $8.60 per hour, and increasing the minimum wage was quickly identified as a legislative priority. Legislation signed by Governor Murphy in February 2019 resulted in the gradual increase of the State’s minimum hourly wage to $15.13 on January 1, 2024 for most employees.

The NJ Department of Labor and Workforce development has announced changes to its required Temporary Disability Insurance program, and a premium increase for Family Leave Insurance (FLI) in New Jersey. After waiving the employee contribution for TDI in 2023 and 2024, the New Jersey labor board is reinstating the employee contribution rate at 0.23%, with a maximum employee contribution of $380.42 per year. Employer contributions are based on a taxable wage base of $43,300, up from $42,300 in 2024. Along with the rate increase, the maximum weekly benefit is going up from $1055 in 2024 to $1081 in 2025. The maximum benefit percentage remains at 85% of the employee’s average weekly wage.

Additionally, the New Jersey State Insurance Fund (NJSIF) has increased the employee contribution rate for Family Leave Insurance to 0.33%, a substantial jump from 0.09% in 2024.

FLI pays the same benefit as temporary disability in New Jersey, with the benefit maxing out at $1,081 weekly. FLI is available for New Jersey employees who need time off to care for or bond with an infant or a newly adopted or foster child within the first 12 months, care for any family member with a serious health condition, or deal with issues of domestic violence.

Additionally, to be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits in 2025, one must have earned at least $303 per week during 20 or more weeks in covered employment during the base year period, or one must have earned at least $15,200 in total covered employment during the base year period.

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Employee Recognition Award: Patricia Rott

Posted on Nov 25, 2024

Employee Background:  The Information Technology division of UNIFORCE Staffing Solutions is pleased to announce Patricia Rott as our latest Employee Recognition Program Honorable Mention.  Patricia came to UNIFORCE in May of 2024 and has worked with glowing reviews since that time.  Patricia brought her relevant experience in the areas of translating complex technical concepts into simple, easy-to-understand instructions for users of all experience levels.

Success Story:  Patricia is currently working on a long-term assignment as a Technical Writer for a large international security solutions company.  In her role, she is responsible for writing complex user manuals and technical documents for hardware and software products.   Patricia works in California, but she collaborates with the Technical Support team in the corporate headquarters in Northern New Jersey.  Our client clearly values her as an essential member as she provides knowledge and experience with creating technical documentation and working with knowledge management systems.  She addresses the department’s needs with exceptional level of service and has also been given additional responsibilities to grow and manage a team of technical writers.  The UNIFORCE team appreciates a positive & long standing professional relationship with Patricia, and we wish her many years of success in his career!!

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How Outsourcing to a Third-Party Payroll Provider Reduces Unemployment Claims

Posted on Nov 14, 2024

For many organizations, managing unemployment claims can be a challenging and costly process, particularly when dealing with specific categories of workers like retirees, temporarily terminated employees, and 1099 independent contractors. Misclassification or improper documentation for these groups can lead to unnecessary unemployment claims expenses. By outsourcing the “employee of record” function to a third-party payroll provider, businesses can minimize these claims, reduce administrative burdens, and gain more control over unemployment-related costs. Here’s how this strategic partnership benefits organizations:

1. Clear Employment Boundaries for Temporary Layoffs and Recalls

When employees are temporarily terminated and later recalled, there can be confusion around their eligibility for unemployment benefits. Third-party payroll providers, acting as the new employee of record, handle these employment transitions with precision. By on-boarding recalled employees and becoming the employer of record, this minimizes the likelihood of unemployment claims from recalled employees. The burden has been passed on to the provider.

2. Accurate Classification and Documentation for Retirees

Handling retirement transitions is another area where mistakes can lead to avoidable unemployment claims. Bring back a retiree without the full time status commitment and payroll burden. Third-party payroll providers, acting as the new employee of record, can also reduce the unemployment burden by handling these employment transitions.

3. Ensuring Compliance with Unemployment Regulations through 1099-to-W-2 Conversions

Misclassifying 1099 independent contractors as employees can lead to significant compliance issues, including unexpected unemployment claims. Third-party payroll providers help ensure that workers who should be classified as employees are converted from 1099 to W-2 status, bringing businesses into compliance with unemployment and tax regulations. This conversion provides clarity around eligibility, as W-2 employees are entitled to unemployment benefits if they meet the necessary criteria, whereas properly classified 1099 contractors are not. By proactively managing these employee conversions, third-party payroll providers help organizations avoid potential fines, penalties, and costly claims due to misclassification, while maintaining full compliance with state and federal employment laws.

4. Comprehensive Record-Keeping for Contractors, Retirees, and Temporarily Laid-Off Employees

Maintaining thorough documentation is crucial for contesting unemployment claims, particularly for retirees, contractors, and employees in temporary or flexible roles. Third-party payroll providers manage accurate and consistent records, from classification documents to proof of temporary status. These records are invaluable for contesting ineligible claims, ensuring an organization only pays what is necessary.

5. Reduced Claims and Administrative Burden on HR Teams

When handling unemployment claims for retirees, recalled employees, or 1099 contractors, the administrative workload can be substantial. Things get even more complicated when handling multi-state payroll. A third-party payroll provider can alleviate this burden, freeing up an HR team to focus on strategic initiatives rather than navigating the claims process. By reducing HR’s administrative tasks, payroll providers help streamline operations and minimize errors that could lead to unnecessary claims.

6. Predictable Costs and Better Control Over Unemployment Expenses

Third-Party Payroll providers can become the employer of record for either a specific job title classification or workforce by as specific Work State. By reducing the number of unemployment claims and ensuring accurate classification and documentation, third-party payroll providers give better control over potential unemployment expenses, making State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) financial planning more consistent.

Conclusion

Outsourcing the employee of record function to a third-party payroll provider can help an organization reduce unemployment claims related to retirees, recalled employees, and 1099 contractors. With their expertise in documentation, classification, and compliance, payroll providers can ensure that only eligible workers receive unemployment benefits, ultimately protecting businesses from unnecessary expenses. Partnering with a payroll provider allows cost management more effectively and focus on core business goals.

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Employee Recognition Award: Andini Ruiz

Posted on Oct 15, 2024

Employee Background:  The Finance and Accounting division of UNIFORCE Staffing Solutions is pleased to announce Andini Ruiz as our latest Employee Recognition Program Honorable Mention.  Andini came to UNIFORCE in April of 2024 and has worked with glowing reviews since that time.  Previously, Andini worked as an Accountant and Financial Analyst for a major credit card company.  She also spent time as a Senior Accountant handling financial reporting and profitability analysis.  Andini brought her relevant experience in the areas of general ledger analysis, financial statement preparation, month end closings and accounts reconciliations.

Success Story:  Andini is currently working on a long-term assignment as a Senior Accountant for a large international consumer products company.  In her role, she is responsible for monthly account reconciliations, month end closings, payroll, A/R, and A/P support.  Andini works with the Finance Team and the CFO in the corporate headquarters in Northern New Jersey.  Our client clearly values her as an essential member as she provides knowledge and experience with a variety of accounting journal entry tasks and works with the SAP accounting system.  Andini also has the ability to work with the accounting department and communicate with the business stakeholders.  She addresses the department’s needs with exceptional level of service.  The UNIFORCE team appreciates a positive & long standing professional relationship with Andini, and we wish her many years of success in his career!!

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With Third-Party Payroll Solutions, Companies can still hire in an uncertain economy

Posted on Oct 09, 2024

As the 2024 election approaches, many small and midsized businesses are delaying hiring due to uncertainty over possible new presidential policies affecting the business sector, such as changes in tax laws, healthcare regulations, and labor policies. Combined with economic uncertainty, high interest rates, and tight budgets, companies are understandably cautious about increasing staff and headcount in an unpredictable environment. But what if there was a way to maintain operational efficiency through hiring without the long-term commitment of adding permanent employees?

This is where third-party payroll solutions can be a game-changer. By partnering with a staffing firm or employment agency that provides third-party payroll solutions, businesses can still access top-quality talent while keeping headcount low and budgets under control.

Recruit the talent and let the staffing firm handle the payroll.

Third-party payroll Solutions offer businesses the flexibility to recruit and bring on skilled employees without officially adding them to headcount as an actual W-2 employee. The client sources and recruits the talent, while the staffing official hires those referred employees as a W-2. The staffing firm charges a low markup percentage over the hourly employee gross pay rate designated by the client. Here’s how it can benefit a business in a challenging uncertain economy:

  1. Keep Headcount Low, Maintain Productivity: With third-party payroll, the employees technically work for the staffing firm, allowing a company to manage headcount and minimize the impact on payroll. Since many CFOs analyze headcount on a monthly basis, this helps maintain essential operations without the long-term financial commitment of permanent full time hires.
  2. Access Skilled Talent Now, Hire When Ready: Even though hiring is on hold for many companies, there’s no reason to miss out on top-tier skilled candidates. With third-party payroll, clients can bring on qualified employees to help operations grow now, and when the economy stabilizes or budget allows, seamlessly transition them into full-time employees. The good news is that there are no conversion fees to convert these employees back to the client’s W-2 payroll.
  3. Minimize Administrative Burden: The administrative tasks involved in managing payroll, taxes, and compliance can be overwhelming, especially when budgets are tight and teams are lean. Third-party payroll solutions handles all payroll taxes and compliance, allowing HR and the internal management team to focus on core business operations. A staffing firm can offer paid sick leave, ACA complaint health benefits, and 401(k) retirement plans (with a safe harbor employer match) to eligible employees.

The Benefits of Third-Party Payroll Solutions During Economic Uncertainty:

  • Cost Control: Recruit skilled workers without the full financial commitment of adding them to W-2 payroll right away.
  • Flexibility: Scale workforce up or down as needed, based on the business situation, without worrying about layoffs or compliance headaches. There are also no unemployment claims expenses or management. The third party payroll solutions provider handles the employee off-boarding & compliance.
  • Reduced Risk: In uncertain times, third-party payroll solutions mitigates the risks associated with full-time hiring, offering flexibility without sacrificing talent.

Conclusion: Stay Agile with Third-Party Payroll Solutions in an Uncertain Economy

When there is economic uncertainty as well as an upcoming election, some businesses put their hiring needs on hold. This is not necessarily the optimal solution for a company with enterprise wide growth plans that include hiring employees. But with third-party payroll solutions, a company can maintain operations running smoothly while preparing for growth when the time is right. This managed solution gives companies access to qualified talented employees now, with the flexibility to bring them on full-time once the headcount or budget increases.

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Congrats to Mark Brackenbury on attaining the SPHR certification.

Posted on Sep 16, 2024

UNIFORCE Staffing Solutions is pleased to announce that Mark Brackenbury, HR Generalist, has recently obtained the SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification. This prestigious credential is the highest level of certification offered by the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), signifying a deep understanding of strategic HR management and leadership.

The SPHR certification underscores Mark’s advanced expertise in areas such as workforce planning, labor relations, leadership strategy, talent development, and organizational effectiveness. Achieving the SPHR certification demonstrates his commitment to excellence and continuous professional growth in the HR field. We are confident that Mark’s enhanced skills and strategic insights will significantly contribute to the success and growth of UNIFORCE.

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