C2 Accounting

07/21/2026

If your LLC is taxed as an S corp, you MUST pay yourself a reasonable wage via payroll. No more draws without real paychecks and withheld taxes. The IRS monitors this closely, and errors can be expensive.

07/14/2026

QuickBooks Payroll Setup: Add Employees the Right Way

Learn how to add a new employee in QuickBooks Online Payroll the right way, including where to enter employee information, pay type, tax withholding, direct deposit, deductions, and Workforce access. In this QuickBooks Payroll tutorial, we walk through the employee setup screen, explain what to review before running the first payroll, and show why accurate payroll setup matters for clean paychecks, payroll tax filings, and year-end forms. Perfect for small business owners using QuickBooks Online who want a cleaner payroll process and fewer payroll mistakes

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from C² Accounting!

Today we pause with gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy, the communities we are part of, and the opportunity to serve small business owners and nonprofit leaders who help strengthen the people and places around them.

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and restful holiday filled with family, gratitude, and a little breathing room.

06/22/2026

Payroll Taxes Explained (Without the Stress)

This beginner-friendly video explains payroll taxes for small business owners, including employee withholding, employer payroll taxes, federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare, unemployment taxes, state and local payroll taxes, and paid leave considerations. Learn why payroll taxes are not extra cash in the bank, why timely payroll tax filings and payments matter, and how to build a cleaner, more compliant payroll routine.

06/16/2026

Payroll Best Practices: Build a Clean Routine

In this episode of Payroll in Bloom, we talk through the habits small business owners should build before payroll day, including choosing a consistent pay schedule, leaving enough processing time, collecting approved hours, and keeping payroll deadlines on the calendar. This is a practical overview of how to create a clean payroll routine so payroll feels less rushed, more organized, and better connected to your bookkeeping.

In this episode of Payroll in Bloom, we talk through the habits sma...

06/11/2026

New Employee Setup: Forms and Information You Need

Learn what forms and information small business owners need when setting up a new employee, including the W-4, I-9, direct deposit authorization, state withholding forms, emergency contacts, benefit forms, and employee policy acknowledgments. In this Payroll in Bloom episode, we walk through a practical new employee onboarding checklist to help you stay organized, protect sensitive employee records, and set up payroll correctly in QuickBooks Online Payroll.

Perfect for small business owners, bookkeepers, and employers who want cleaner payroll systems and a smoother employee onboarding process.

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06/05/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by your small business finances? Digital clutter might be the culprit. This series dives deep into organizing your digital financial life to reduce stress and boost clarity.

06/04/2026

Learn how password managers fortify your digital defenses and why multi-factor authentication is crucial for all your accounts. Keep your online life safe and sound.

06/03/2026

Tired of digital clutter? This video reveals a simple, category-based system for permanent digital folders. Finally, find anything you need, instantly. Streamline your workflow and boost productivity.

06/02/2026

Protecting your business starts with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication. Learn why bad habits are risky and how to set up 2-step verification for QuickBooks Online to safeguard your accounts.