Payroll for Your Client. Without Becoming Their Payroll Department.
Your clients already rely on you for accounting, tax and financial guidance. When payroll becomes part of the conversation, your firm should not have to absorb payroll administration, employee questions and support issues just to keep the client relationship strong. Auris gives CPA firms a dedicated payroll resource they can confidently introduce while remaining the client's trusted advisor.
Your client stays your client. Auris handles the payroll.
Dedicated Human Support
QuickBooks Integration
3-Year Price Lock
California Payroll Expertise
Why CPA Firms Refer Payroll Out
Payroll can become a surprisingly expensive distraction for an accounting firm. Even when a firm does not formally offer payroll services, clients may still call with payroll corrections, employee questions, tax notices, year-end issues, onboarding changes and system problems. That work can pull experienced staff away from accounting, tax and advisory services.
Staff Capacity
Keep Your Team Focused on Higher-Value Work
Routine payroll administration should not consume the time of experienced accounting professionals.
Client Experience
Give Clients a Payroll Resource They Can Actually Use
Your client receives payroll support from a provider focused on payroll and workforce administration.
Relationship Protection
Keep the Client Relationship
Auris works alongside the CPA relationship rather than trying to replace it.
Referral Confidence
Make a Recommendation You Feel Good About
The payroll experience your client receives reflects on the person who made the introduction.
KEEP THE CLIENT.
REFER THE PAYROLL.
Auris is not trying to become your client's CPA. Our role is to handle payroll and related workforce administration while your firm continues to provide accounting, tax and advisory services.
See How the Partnership WorksWhat Auris Handles — and What Your Firm Keeps
AURIS
- Payroll processing
- Payroll support
- Payroll onboarding
- Payroll-related reporting
- Time and attendance
- Employee payroll administration
- HR tools
- Workers' compensation integration
YOUR CPA FIRM
- Accounting
- Tax preparation
- Tax planning
- Financial reporting
- Advisory services
- Client strategy
- Client relationship
The goal is not to divide the client. The goal is to give each part of the relationship to the provider best equipped to handle it.
When Should a CPA Refer a Client to Auris?
A Client Is Hiring Their First Employee
They need a payroll process before payroll becomes an emergency.
A Client Is Frustrated With Their Current Provider
They may be dealing with support issues, service problems or a system that no longer fits the business.
A Client Is Outgrowing DIY Payroll
The owner or bookkeeper is spending too much time running payroll manually.
A Client Needs More Human Support
They want access to real people when payroll questions arise.
A Client Needs Payroll + HR
The business now needs onboarding, timekeeping or broader workforce tools.
A Client Uses QuickBooks
They want to keep their accounting workflow while using a dedicated payroll provider.
A Client Is Growing Quickly
More employees often create more payroll, HR and administrative complexity.
Payroll Data That Fits the Accounting Workflow
Your client should not have to choose between strong accounting workflows and dedicated payroll support. Where supported, Auris works alongside QuickBooks and related accounting processes so the CPA can continue managing the financial side of the relationship.
QuickBooks Integration
Auris integrates payroll with QuickBooks so accounting professionals can continue using the systems and workflows they already know. Learn about QuickBooks integration →
Payroll Reports & Tax Data
Payroll reports, general ledger information, payroll tax reporting and year-end payroll information remain accessible so the CPA relationship stays informed.
Questions CPAs Should Ask Before Referring a Payroll Provider
The cheapest payroll option is not always the lowest-cost decision if the provider creates additional work for the CPA firm.
- Who will support my client?
- Will the client have a dedicated payroll contact?
- How are payroll problems escalated?
- How does payroll integrate with the client's accounting system?
- Who handles payroll tax filings?
- What happens during onboarding?
- How easy is it to switch from another payroll provider?
- Will the payroll provider try to sell competing accounting or tax services?
- How can the CPA obtain payroll reports when needed?
- How does pricing change over time?
- Can payroll integrate with workers' compensation?
- How does the provider support a growing business?
Why CPAs Choose Auris for Client Payroll
Your Client Has Someone to Call
Payroll questions should not require your client to navigate software alone. Auris combines payroll technology with access to real human support.
Works With the Accounting Workflow
Auris integrates with QuickBooks so accounting professionals can continue using the systems and workflows they already know. Learn about QuickBooks integration →
Fewer Pricing Surprises
Auris offers qualifying clients a three-year price lock, helping businesses better understand what their payroll service will cost over time.
Built With California Employers in Mind
Auris provides payroll and HR services for businesses throughout California, with a focus on the needs of California employers.
Support as the Client Grows
Auris provides HR tools, employee onboarding, timekeeping and workforce capabilities alongside payroll. Explore payroll & HR →
What Happens After You Refer a Client?
You Make the Introduction
The CPA connects the client with Auris.
Auris Learns About the Business
Auris reviews the employer's payroll, workforce and related needs.
Auris Handles the Transition
The payroll setup and onboarding process is managed directly with the client.
You Remain the Advisor
The CPA continues managing the accounting, tax and financial relationship.
A payroll referral should reduce the work coming back to your firm — not create another vendor you have to manage.
A Partner, Not Just a Vendor
CPA firms should not have to wonder what happened after introducing a client. A strong payroll partner should be easy to reach, clear about roles and respectful of the existing advisor-client relationship.
You know who to call.
Your client knows who to call.
Everyone knows their role.
A Partnership That Can Reward Your Firm
Client service comes first. Qualifying CPA partners may also have access to Auris referral incentives for businesses they introduce.
Ask About CPA Partner IncentivesYour Reputation Depends on the Client Experience
The most valuable payroll referral is one that makes the client glad they asked you for a recommendation.
"I recommend Auris to all my small business clients. The integration with our accounting software is seamless and saves everyone time."
David Smith
Owner, Smith & Co Accounting
"Auris has completely transformed how we handle payroll. It used to take days, now it takes minutes. The automated tax compliance is a lifesaver."
Sarah Jenkins
CEO, TechFlow
"We switched to Auris from a legacy provider and haven't looked back. The modern interface and excellent customer support are unmatched."
Jessica Taylor
HR Director, Nexus Health
What Is a Payroll Partner for CPAs?
A payroll partner for CPAs is a payroll provider that handles client payroll while allowing the CPA to remain focused on accounting, tax and advisory services. Auris provides payroll and HR services for small and growing businesses, combining payroll technology with dedicated human support.
Why Do CPA Firms Outsource Payroll?
CPA firms often refer or outsource payroll because payroll processing, employee changes, support questions and payroll tax administration can consume staff time that would otherwise be used for accounting, tax and advisory work.
Can a CPA Refer Payroll Without Losing the Client?
Yes. A CPA can refer payroll to a specialized provider while continuing to manage the client's accounting, tax and advisory relationship. The roles should be clearly defined so the client understands who handles each area.
Can a Client Use Auris Payroll With QuickBooks?
Yes. Auris integrates with QuickBooks, allowing businesses to use Auris for payroll while maintaining their QuickBooks accounting workflow. Learn about QuickBooks integration →
Frequently Asked Questions for CPA Partners
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