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5 Benefits of Having Payroll Just for Trucking

In the ever-changing trucking industry, where accuracy and focus on details are critical, having a payroll system customized to the particular requirements of this industry can make all the difference. The following highlights the advantages of choosing a payroll service designed especially for the trucking industry:

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1. Customized Paystubs for Clarity:

One size does not fit all, especially in the trucking industry. A specialized payroll service allows for personalized paystubs. Essential details like load numbers, delivery dates, starting and ending cities, miles driven, pay per load are important details to display on driver paystubs. Being transparent with what the drivers are being paid for is an important component to driver retention. Adding a personal touch, your company logo, can also add a bit more feeling of professionalism to those paystubs.

2. Flexible Report Customization:

Understanding the specific needs of trucking businesses, these services offer flexibility in report customization. Easy to read, helpful information, tailored to your company needs are important. Businesses can request insights into their payment frequencies—whether weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Moreover, details about deductions and allocations are transparently outlined, providing a comprehensive financial overview. 

3. Tailored Deductions and Allocations:

The complexity of trucking payroll often involves various deductions and allocations. This is made easier by a specialized payroll service that lays out exactly what is deducted from each paycheck and how that money is used. This transparency ensures drivers are well-informed about their earnings.

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5. Efficient Focus on Mileage or Percentage-Based Payments:
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Navigating the intricacies of payroll for trucking businesses involves choosing between mileage-based or percentage-based pay structures. A dedicated payroll service understands these intricacies and efficiently manages payments based on the chosen model, ensuring that drivers are compensated accurately and fairly. Whether paying drivers by the mile or by the percentage of the load, the system is designed to accurately calculate and disburse payments, recognizing the significance of every mile on the road and ensuring fair compensation in line with industry norms.

Bottom Line:

Having a payroll provider that understands the needs of the trucking industry is not only an option, but a strategic need in the fast-paced and highly specialized world of the industry. A payroll provider that focuses specifically on  trucking will increase efficiency and accuracy. When companies have the correct payroll support it frees up more time for them to focus on growing their business while the professionals take care of the payroll. 

Written by Melisa Bush

Before coming to Superior Trucking Payroll Service, in 2011, Melisa worked for a trucking company with 50 trucks. She was the one who processed the driver’s miles and expenses.

Because of this experience, she understands the challenges our clients go through each week while preparing their payroll data for us. Customer service is #1 for Melisa. Her goal is to treat our clients like people with true and real needs, not just another number.

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