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ABS Payroll & Accounting - Payroll for the entertainment worldFrom theatrical features and short films to TV Pilots and Sizzle Reels, ABS has the experience and flexibility for your next Film or Television project.ABS Payroll & Accounting - Payroll for the entertainment world ABS Payroll & Accounting - Payroll for the entertainment world Services Software Resources Blog Team Login QUOTE MenuServicesProjectsStatsWhy ABSTestimonialsEDUFAQContact Learn More The Vensure Entertainment Solution Vensure's cutting-edge entertainment accounting app simplifies budgeting, empowering entertainment professionals to manage finances with ease, and precision. Introducing ABS: PMTS On-board, schedule, track, and submit payroll all in ONE solution. Learn More “The Independent Filmmaker’s Choice" ™ Serving the Entertainment Industry Since 1985 Request Quote Entertainment payroll and accounting services designed for indie projects and low budget producers. OUR SERVICES FILM AND TELEVISION From theatrical features and short films to TV Pilots and Sizzle Reels, ABS has the experience and flexibility for your next Film or Television project. TAX INCENTIVE SOLUTIONS Get Advice, Opinion letters, and insight on everything tax incentive related. Review our digital map, and let’s start the conversation. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Everything from company/resort theater productions to music venue events: if it’s live entertainment payroll, ABS has you covered. LIVE STAGE & THEATRE No entertainment payroll is too niche for ABS. From video game production to theme park or cruise ship performers, our dynamic and adaptable team is ready to meet your needs. PRODUCTION COMPANY & ONGOING STAFF Even the entertainment industry has its share of 9-5 jobs. ABS can handle your production staff payroll so your team can focus on the creative component. INSURANCE ABS is in partnership with Mulberri, to offer real-time insurance quotes for your production. Bind insurance in minutes! RECENT PROJECTS STATS PROJECTS 700 UNION PENSION AND HEALTH REPORTS 6500 W2’S ISSUED 10991 1099’S ISSUED 560 ABS’ projects include everything from FEATURE FILMS and SHORTS, to NEW MEDIA, COMMERCIALS and MUSIC VIDEOS. WHY ABS? World class service Choosing ABS means you’re guaranteed to be working with an experienced and knowledgeable production payroll team, but what truly sets us apart is our dedication to our clients and reliable customer service from start to finish. At ABS, you won’t get lost in the shuffle—returning clients cite their payroll contact’s quick response times and eagerness to assist among the reasons they continue to come back for each new project. Project flexibility Our expert team can handle productions across a wide variety of budgets and project types, from student short films up to theatrical features in the $10 Million budget range. Indie projects are our specialty, and there’s no project too small or too short. Even when other payroll companies say no, ABS’ ability to say yes has made us the “Independent Filmmaker’s Choice” ® for over 30 years. Proven Track record You want your project in the hands of the industry’s best, and we’ve got the reputation and track record to prove our standing. 2016 was one of our best years yet, with just over 700 original productions set up, 1,400 pension and health reports issued, and 11,000+ W2 and 1099 forms prepared. But numbers can never tell the whole story, so take a look at what our clients say about ABS as well. Apply Now. ABS is accommodating to any sized budgets, and specializes in the $250k to $15M range. REQUEST QUOTE TESTIMONIALS “ABS is always quick to respond, easy to talk to, and flexible to the needs of our fast-paced and demanding industry. They are also willing to work with limited budgets which is helpful given the range of projects I produce. I am also a fan of the ShareFile process which has helped to streamline and organize files for submission and approvals.” – Allison Vanore,Producer/Director “ABS continues to deliver top notch service and exceptional communication during the entire payroll process. The ease of their systems, and the knowledge of their staff make payroll a breeze- and when you find a company that can reliably keep your crew happy, you don’t dare switch! I never hesitate to bring ABS Payroll onboard every film I do.” – John Hermann,Producer “What brings me back to ABS Payroll? Since my 1st project with you, I was guided through the process and helped me to budget it properly. Your quick response, customer service, and the staff that works there makes me come back! You do have great people in your team. I will return for sure! Since now with clarity the costs upfront and the speed to set up a new project.” – Mauricio Arrioja,Producer “There are a few things that keep me coming back to ABS. For one, your handling fee is very reasonable. However, that is not the primary reason. The primary reason I like working with ABS is because I don't get lost in the shuffle. With some of the bigger payroll companies, responses from payroll coordinators are slow. Justin Gourlay has always been quick with responses and gets us what we need. Ultimately, the customer service and personalized attention is what brings me back.” – Nathan Gardocki,Production Manager/UPM “I have worked with ABS Payroll a few times now and look no further every time I need a payroll company for a project. They are quick to reply, very patient and crystal clear on everything. They make the process very easy and answer every question however big or small. Thank you to everyone at ABS Payroll.” – Radhika WomackProducer/Line Producer “We keep coming back to ABS because you guys are personal, friendly, helpful, fast responders, and all around easy and professional to work with.” – Jake HelgrenProducer ABS EDU ABS Basics ABS Payroll Website What Can ABS Payroll Do For My Project? What Makes ABS Payroll Different Than Competitors? Where is ABS Payroll Located? Who is ABS Payroll? Why Choose ABS Payroll As Your Payroll Provider? ABS Payroll As Employer of Record FAQ How long has ABS been around? Founded in 1985, ABS has been the “Independent Filmmaker’s Choice” ® for over 30 years. What does ABS’ payroll services include? ABS is an employer-of-record payroll company, which means we handle the employer’s payroll obligations for everyone we pay out. This includes: -Compliance with wage/hour laws and regulations -Tax withholdings in all States -Employee and employer tax filings and reporting -Worker’s Compensation Insurance coverage and claim management -Unemployment claim processing -Union/CBA compliance -Pension, health and welfare plan contributions and reporting Why choose an entertainment payroll company? As an entertainment payroll company, we know the unique challenges that production teams face. From tight timetables to compliance with the various industry unions, every payroll contact at ABS is a seasoned professional who understands your production payroll needs. What kinds of projects does ABS handle? ABS handles all kinds of entertainment payroll including: film, television, new media, commercials, voice-over, stage work and theatre, music videos, production company staff, still photography, and more. If you’re still not sure, give us a call: (818) 848-9200 Can ABS handle union and non-union payroll? Yes, ABS staff members are knowledgeable with all the major unions and union agreements, including SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, and IATSE—but we can take on your non-union production payroll as well. Does ABS provide worker’s compensation insurance? ABS provides worker’s compensation insurance coverage on anyone we pay out, and we can issue proof of insurance once setup is finalized—but we cannot sell standalone insurance policies of any kind. Where does ABS provide payroll services? ABS can process payroll in all 50 States, with a local address for film tax incentives in Georgia, Louisiana, and New York. How quickly can I set up for payroll? Although we recommend setting up at least a full week in advance of production, our quick and simple process can have you set up at ABS within 24 hours. How fast is the payroll turnaround process? Once a payroll account is set up and completed payroll forms have been submitted, we can turnaround payroll and have paychecks issued as quickly as 24-48 hours. Do I still have to become union signatory when using ABS? The production company will need to become signatory with the union directly under most agreements, but ABS can act as the SAG-AFTRA signatory for projects under the Corporate/Educational & Non-Broadcast Video agreement. Do I have to send out W-2’s and 1099’s? No, ABS will send out W-2’s to all employees and 1099’s to all loan-outs that we pay out during the year. What are payroll fringes? Payroll fringe costs are expenses on top of the wages you are paying out to your workers. This typically includes State and Federal payroll taxes, worker’s compensation insurance, and pension, health, and welfare contributions for union members. Specific fringe costs will vary depending on the work State, union involvement, and other factors, but you can speak with a representative to estimate your payroll fringes: (818) 848-9200 What is a Loan-out? Some cast and crew members have corporations set up to be paid through. In this case, you are hiring the corporation rather than the individual directly, and the corporation is “loaning out” the services of the employee to your production company. This simplifies your tax obligations since now the corporation is responsible for employee/employer tax calculations and filings. Can I make advance/escrow payments to my performers? It is always recommended that you speak with your payroll coordinator before making advance payments, since there may be tax withholdings to deduct from gross wages first. Taxes will be due whether or not they are accounted for in your advance/escrow payment, and this can cause extra hassle and expenses to handle after-the-fact. Can I pay my cast and crew members as independent contractors? The Department of Labor generally considers workers to be employees rather than contractors, even if they are only hired for a single day’s work. The control of the work and the opportunity for profit and loss are common factors of proper classification, but there are other components as well and no single factor is conclusive on its own. Many States have strict regulations regarding misclassification of employees as independent contractors, accompanied by hefty fines and penalties. You can find more resources on employee vs independent contractor classification here: www.dol.gov/whd/workers/misclassification If still uncertain, it is always recommended to consult with a CPA or expert tax attorney for advice before paying somebody out as a contractor—and keep in mind that cast and crew unions require you to pay out their members as employees. Is it true I don’t have to withhold taxes if I’m paying somebody less than $600.00? No, this is a common misconception that the IRS addresses on its website here: https://www.irs.gov/uac/reporting-miscellaneous-income https://www.irs.gov/uac/employment-taxes-and-classifying-workers The bottom line? If you are paying an employee, there is no minimum amount of wages that can be considered non-taxable, and paying somebody less than $600.00 is not a free pass to classify them as an independent contractor. The $600.00 threshold is only relevant if you are paying an independent contractor less than $600.00, and even then the income is still taxable for the contractor, but you as the hirer don’t have to issue a 1099-MISC for the payment. What are employee payroll forms? Contact your payroll coordinator before submitting payroll, as there may be special forms required for your project, particularly if working with minors or non-union employees, but in most cases the standard payroll paperwork includes: -W4 Form -I9 Form -Employee timecard or Union time sheet -Copies of employment contracts -Check authorization forms – W9 form and articles of incorporation (loan-outs only) How do I submit payroll forms? Contact your payroll coordinator to receive a secure link for remote and secure file uploading. Please do not submit sensitive employee information through email. Is ABS a SAG payroll company? Yes, ABS processes payroll under all SAG-AFTRA agreements and is included on the union’s list of approved SAG payroll companies. ABS Payroll is a BondIt Media Capital Company BondIt: Media financing. Made Simple. 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