We are a small business made for small businesses!
We believe small businesses have been greatly overlooked…treated as a number, not a name.
With that belief, Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping was founded. We have partnered with the industry-leader for payroll and human resources management, Gusto. We offer a simple, transparent pricing structure with no hidden fees or charges. Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping also believes in giving back. We have pledged to give back 2% of our proceeds and provide ways for each company and their employees to do so, as well.
When you turn your payroll services over to a third-party provider, you receive professional support, helpful technology, and experienced professionals at your disposal.
Human Resources
SPB handles employee relations, payroll, benefits, and more. Plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative functions of an organization the easy way with us!
Bookkeeping Services
When you outsource your bookkeeping services to SPB, you receive one-on-one personalized service combined with state-of-the-art technology!
Business Advisory Services
Are you ready to see how you can double your profit margins without working more hours with the power of automation, delegation, and elimination?
We Are Leader In Payroll, Bookkeeping & Business Advisory Solutions!
Southern Payroll & Benefits is on the front line of entrepreneurship and Chattanooga has become a rapidly growing hub for innovation – home to great companies like Volkswagon, Tennessee Valley Authority, McKee Foods and Roper Corporation. Southern Payroll & Benefits was founded in 2018, we have experienced significant year-over-year growth.
Business Advisory Solutions
The knowledge and experience you need to streamline your business.
Highly Dedicated Team of Experts
Superior Customer Service and Response Time.
OUR TEAM
Meet Our Leadership Team
At Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result.
George Wilson
CEO
Jane Doe
Paryoll Team Lead
Elissa Parker
Bookkeeping Team Lead
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE
A Sampling of Innovative Industries We Serve
Are you searching for a solution to help manage payroll for your staff more efficiently or managing complex schedules? At Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping, we know that your administrative challenges are unique to your industry.
Restaurants & Bars
Accelerate the Growth of Your Restaurant or Bar and Simplify Your Payroll & Bookkeeping Systems.
Manufacturing
Our highly-skilled team of payroll experts has a comprehensive knowledge and experience within the manufacturing industry.
Transportation
Gain exclusive access to our team of experienced bookkeepers who provide accurate financial reporting.
Home Services
Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping helps home service business owners leverage technology to organize their finances.
Construction
Construction Payroll & Bookkeeping Does NOT have to be difficult! We can Improve the Project Bid Process.
Retail
Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping helps retail business owners leverage technology to accellerate growth.
The knowledge and experience you need to streamline your business.
Before Day 1
Coming up with a name
Coming up with a logo
Choosing an entity type
LLC or S-Corp
Registering your business with the secretary of State
Applying for an employer Identification number (EIN)
Obtaining Business Insurance
Hiring Employees
Determine Wages, pay-frequency, classify the employee or contractor, collect all legally required HR paperwork
Day 1
Bookkeeping Systems Defined
Internal and/or Outsourced to SPB
Employees clocking in/out if not salary
Start Accepting Payments from customers/clients
Between Day 5 and Day 30
Run your first payroll and make all applicable payroll tax payments to the State & Federal Government.
After Q1
File Quarterly Federal Tax Return and Report of Tax Liability form 941
Repeat Ever Quarter
End of Year 1
File Annual Federal Unemployment Tax Return
File Mult-State Employer and Credit Reduction Information for 940
File Qualified Small Business Payroll Tax Credit for Increasing Research Activities if Applicable
Deliver w2’s and 1099’s to employees and contractors.
Repeat these tax filings every year.
Year 2
Roll our supplemental insurance or other fringe benefits to employees.
Year 5
Begin offering traditional Med/Dental/Vision Benefits.
EXCELLENT
Based on 30 reviews
Sarah Erlinger
2024-01-09
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Not all hero’s wear capes and the people who work here are IT! I have done business with Southern Payroll for several years now and have nothing but fine things to say about the different teams here. They have taken excellent care of my business and I will continue to use them for years to come. They work hard for me to make my life easier and I greatly appreciate them!
Adam Johnston
2023-05-18
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Great people. Great service. Always very attentive and prompt. Would recommend to anyone needing payroll services in and around Chattanooga.
Renew Exterior
2023-05-17
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I believe we have used every service SPB has to offer. We have used them for Payroll, Taxes, Bookkeeping and general HR questions. I truly believe our small business would not be in a compliant status without them! Jennifer helped us with our payroll although the entire team was there to quickly answer any questions we had at the last minute. Amy did our bookkeeping and was always open to any changes we needed and got back to us within a day of when we reached out. Debbie with the tax team got us the largest tax return we have ever seen and was a joy to work with!!!!! George personally answers any questions we have really fast even when we tell him he doesn't need to look into it till later because it is 7:00 pm on a Friday night. GREAT Company. Amazing People. Very Helpful, Professional, and Friendly.
Joseph Doman
2023-01-30
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Staff is very supportive and helpful for very busy new business owners. Awesome to interact with a team that takes care of so much so I can focus on my massive never ending to do list.
Rebecca Dennison
2022-04-15
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I just can't say enough about everyone at Southern Payroll and Benefits! Their services and customer service are top notch! I recommend them every chance I get :)
Brent Lewis
2022-04-11
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George, Charlene and David and everyone else who works there has been amazing. Every question I ask is answered immediately. They are the best and I recommend them to everyone.
Dave Aitken
2022-03-21
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George and his team are top class. They have given me and my business the attention that I need. They are thorough, smart and they communicate with you when you need it. I highly recommend these guys.
Jeremy Martin
2021-11-09
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George is Very Professional! I would highly recommend Southern Payroll & Benefits.
Penny Norris
2021-11-09
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George Wilson goes out of his way to help the small businesses as if they were million dollar companies. Can't beat his service and knowledge!
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