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Emily W.
Landscape Architect
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Overall a good experience, but there have been bumps along the way"
3/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

The ease of accessing our information online. It was at first difficult to find our files on the website, but we've gotten the hang of it over time. I'm not sure how this compares to competitors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The user interface online can be challenging to learn at first. I wish there was one or two designated people helping us when we have questions. It seems that every time we have a question or need help, a different person helps us. Sometimes the person helping us is really great and super responsive. Other times the person helping us doesn't seem to be very familiar with their job. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Hi Emily! Thanks for reviewing Checkwriters. We regret your experience with our Client Support team has been less than the high standards that team aims for; please email us at feedback@checkwriters.com and we can discuss further. We're glad to hear the system has been helpful in saving you time with Payroll!

Bob R.
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Bob R.
Owner
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Highly Recommended"
5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

They handle everything I need handled. They answer questions quickly, even if I've asked it multiple times. They get the payroll right. They send notifications that your payroll is done. They send notifications if there was an "oops" on their end, which is pretty rare, before you discover it. They provide all the w-2's needed at the end of the year about 2 weeks before the due date. If your account person is not available, someone else is covering. They send in the payroll taxes to the state & irs. It's all pretty painless. As I understand it, they are much less expensive than their competition. I knew a sales guy for one of the other payroll companies, and he said in 4 years, he was never able to convert a Checkwriter's client to his national/regional payroll service. That's how much their customers love them! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The interface is a bit odd. There are multiple times one clicks "submit", when it seems only one should be necessary. They also sequence things using the tabs at the top of the section rather than a "next" button down at the bottom. I have gotten used to this, but it seems a bit odd and more complicated than necessary. This could be because I have only 2 people, and these things are needed for more complicated companies with more complex payroll situations. It would be nice if there were an interface more streamlined for the small office. These are picky little things, but after 2 years, I still find them a bit jarring. Maybe I'm getting old! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Bob, thanks for leaving such a detailed review. Happy to hear about your positive experience and how highly you regard our Tax Department! We'll be sure to pass your comments on to them.

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
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Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Fantastic customer service"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

Whenever we have questions, which can be quite often, the kindest and brightest staff help us to figure things out, from running reports to setting up new functions or paycodes, the staff are knowledgeable and helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The system is very complex and difficult to understand. We have had particular difficulties with acruals. It would be helpful if we had someone who knew our agency and understood our payroll rules and could help new staff to understand how we have things set up. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Thanks for your comments and for the high rating! We love helping clients with accruals and would be happy to take a further look with you, please email us at ClientSuccess@checkwriters.com.

Melissa O.
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Melissa O.
Accounting & HR Manager
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy to work with and always responsive"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

They have great communication when there are changes or updates and they're always very responsive Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

It can get expensive if I make an error and taxes need to be amended or if we have to process an out of cycle payroll. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Hi Melissa, thanks for the great rating and we are happy to read your endorsement of our Client Support Team!

Cathy W.
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Cathy W.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Worry-free Payroll"
5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

Friendly, professional and responsive customer service. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There is really nothing that I dislike that I can think of Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Helping streamline GL reporting is a specialty of our Finance Team! Thanks for this review Cathy, and for your support.

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vincent B.
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Premier Services"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

They are always extremely helpful and follow through to make sure the customers needsare met. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

At times its difficult reaching ANY service representative. Need more staff. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Yvonne H.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Awesome service, wonderful people and great pricing."
5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

I know the process is done right. And always in a timely manner. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The difficulty of getting someone on the phone. I hate that "waiting queue" Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Hi Yvonne, thank you for the excellent rating and we appreciate your endorsement of our service and pricing! We continue to grow our Client Support Team and don't expect any extended wait time to become commonplace. We know a top reason why people choose Checkwriters is our responsive service. Thanks again!

Breinn R.
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Breinn R.
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"I refuse any other service"
5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

I have it written into my contract that using Checkwriters is a condition of my continued employment. My contact, Sheila, will likely be a recipient in my will. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The fields on reports take a bit to get used to, but they are still far and beyond better than any other options Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Breinn - thanks for this great review (and of course, for your impressive loyalty to Checkwriters)! We'll pass along your comments to Sheila as well. Happy to hear that our software has helped make processing payroll simple and efficient.

TF
Thomas F.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Maplebrook School"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

The customer service at Checkwriters has always been fantastic. They are quick to reply to emails and always very helpful when you speak to them on the phone. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

Some of the reports do not export well into excel and you will need to realign things. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Hello Thomas, we enjoy working with Maplebrook School as well and appreciate the review. It's great to hear that we've helped your business office reduce the time needed to track and submit payroll - thank you for choosing Checkwriters!

Verified User in Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
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Verified User in Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Always prompt & courteous"
5/5
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

I find most helpful about Checkwriters is their willingness to always help when needed. They are almost always very prompt when I need answers to an issue or problem. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

At this time, I feel like Checkwriters is having some staffing issues which could affect the workload on the current staff. Hiring & training more staff would be helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Thanks for this review and for your support! We're glad our team has always been available to jump in and help. Please know that we continue to build our Client Support Team, and expand the knowledge and expertise of our current employees!