Chattanooga Payroll & HR Services with Clear, Transparent Pricing

Local Tennessee payroll built for flexibility — run payroll yourself or have our team handle it, without layered pricing or unnecessary fees.

All ChattaPay payroll plans include our Core Payroll Services

No contracts. No hidden fees. No unnecessary layers. Built for transparency.

No Stacked Pricing. No Surprises.

Many payroll providers combine software fees with additional service layers — increasing your cost just to run payroll.

At ChattaPay, payroll and compliance are already built in — so you’re not paying extra just to make payroll work.

Most payroll providers require additional service layers just to operate — ChattaPay is built to include what you actually need from the start.

Optional services such as timekeeping, ACA reporting, hiring tools (ATS), and benefits administration are available when needed — not required.

Payroll Processing

    Single-state payroll processing**

    2 off-cycle payroll runs per month

    Direct deposit processing

Compliance

    Federal, state, and local tax filings and payments

    State new hire reporting

    Garnishment and child support administration

    Tax notice assistance

    Electronic Year-End W-2s and 1099s*

Access & Support

    Online employer admin portal

    Employee self-service portal

    Payroll reminders

    Dedicated service advisor

    Standard payroll reporting

    Free account setup and payroll migration

    Unlimited scheduled support and training

*Electronic year-end forms included. Print, mailing, and additional processing services available at an additional cost.**Additional active states available for an additional fee.

Payroll Pricing Plans

Simple, Transparent Payroll Pricing for Chattanooga Businesses

Optional add-on services are available to support more advanced workforce and compliance needs.

Self-Managed Payroll = You manage payroll inside the system.Concierge Payroll = We take payroll completely off your plate — ensuring it’s accurate, compliant, and handled on time every time.
Most Chattanooga businesses choose Self-Managed Payroll for flexibility and cost control.

⭐ Most Popular Self-Managed Payroll

Run Payroll with Confidence and ControlRun payroll on your terms with a modern, easy-to-use system — without relying on a provider for every change or update.

$110/mo

+ $8/mo per person

    Fully client-controlled payroll processing for businesses that want control and lower costs

    Onboard employees digitally with secure document management and compliance built in

    Manage employees in one place — with optional advanced hiring tools available as your business grows

    Give employees direct access to their pay, tax forms, and time-off — reducing back-and-forth requests


Concierge Payroll

Full-Service Payroll Processing with Dedicated SupportTake payroll completely off your plate — we handle everything accurately and on time, so you can focus on running your business without worrying about payroll.

$195/mo

+ $13/mo per person

    We handle all payroll entry, processing, and submission for businesses that want payroll fully handled with zero internal effort.

    We manage new hires, employee changes, and system updates on your behalf

    Payroll preview and approval before processing

    Dedicated payroll specialist who knows your business and handles your account

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Choose How You Run Payroll

Most payroll companies force you into one model.
ChattaPay gives you the flexibility to run payroll yourself or have it fully managed — without switching systems or paying for overlapping services.
As your business grows, ChattaPay offers additional workforce tools that can be added without changing platforms.

Advanced Workforce Tools (Optional)

Designed for growing businesses that need more advanced HR and workforce capabilities.

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Benefits Administration & Open Enrollment Tools
Advanced Reporting & Data Tools

These solutions are available for businesses with more complex hiring, HR, and reporting needs.

Compare Chattanooga Payroll Plans & Features

The only difference: who runs payroll — you or us.
Self-Managed Payroll — For owners who want modern, DIY payroll with powerful tools and local support.Concierge Payroll — For owners who want a dedicated pro to handle payroll work for them.

  • ⭐ Most PopularSelf-Managed Payroll

    Base Price

    $110/mo + $8/mo per employee

    2 Off-Cycle Payroll Runs/Month

    Single-State Payroll

    Federal, State & Local Tax Filings

    Online Employer Admin Portal

    Employee Self-Service Portal

    Direct Deposit

    Tax Notice Assistance

    Payroll Reminders

    State New Hire Reporting

    Garnishments & Child Support

    Electronic Year-End W-2s and 1099s*

    Free Account Setup & Migration

    Standard Payroll Reporting

    Payroll Preview & Approval Control

    Client-Managed Payroll Entry & Submission

    Digital I-9 & W-4 Processing

    Electronic Onboarding

    PTO Accrual Calculations

    PTO Tracking System

    Document Storage

    Org Chart & Employee Directory

    Talent Acquisition Tools

    Add-On

    Job Postings & Applicant Tracking

    Add-On

    Timekeeping with GPS / Geolocation Tracking

    Add-On

    Unlimited Scheduled Support & Training

    Priority Scheduling for Support Sessions

    Dedicated Service Advisor 

    Payroll Data Entry by ChattaPay

    -

    New Hire System Entry

    -

    Employee Change Entry

    -

    Health Insurance Payroll Deduction Management

    -

    401(k) Payroll Deduction Management

    -

    Life & Disability Deduction Management

    -

    HSAs & FSAs Deduction Management

    -

    Pay-As-You-Go Workers’ Comp (Payroll-Integrated)

    Add-On

    401(k) Provider Integration

    Add-On

    Employee Benefit Admin. Integration

    Add-On

    ACA Compliance Management & Reporting

    Add-On

    Background Checks

    Add-On

    General Ledger (GL) Mapping/Integration

    Add-On

    Year-End Processing & Corrections

    Add-On

    W-2/1099 Print & Mail*

    Add-On

    Check Printing & Delivery

    Add-On

    Additional State Filing

    Add-On

    Poster Compliance Service

    Add-On

    Next Day Direct Deposit

    Add-On

    Self-Managed Payroll includes core workforce tools such as PTO tracking, electronic onboarding, and employee management. Advanced tools like timekeeping, hiring (ATS), and benefits administration are available as optional add-ons based on your business needs.

    $110/mo


  • Concierge Payroll

    Base Price

    $195/mo + $13/mo per employee

    2 Off-Cycle Payroll Runs/Month

    Single-State Payroll

    Federal, State & Local Tax Filings

    Online Employer Admin Portal

    Employee Self-Service Portal

    Direct Deposit

    Tax Notice Assistance

    Payroll Reminders

    State New Hire Reporting

    Garnishments & Child Support

    Electronic Year-End W-2s and 1099s*

    Free Account Setup & Migration

    Standard Payroll Reporting

    Payroll Preview & Approval Control

    Upon Request

    Client-Managed Payroll Entry & Submission

    -

    Digital I-9 & W-4 Processing

    -

    Electronic Onboarding

    -

    PTO Accrual Calculations

    -

    PTO Tracking System

    -

    Document Storage

    -

    Org Chart & Employee Directory

    -

    Talent Acquisition Tools

    -

    Job Postings & Applicant Tracking

    -

    Timekeeping with GPS / Geolocation Tracking

    -

    Unlimited Scheduled Support & Training

    Priority Scheduling for Support Sessions

    Dedicated Service Advisor 

    Payroll Data Entry by ChattaPay

    New Hire System Entry

    Employee Change Entry

    Health Insurance Payroll Deduction Management

    401(k) Payroll Deduction Management

    Life & Disability Deduction Management

    HSAs & FSAs Deduction Management

    Pay-As-You-Go Workers’ Comp (Payroll-Integrated)

    Add-On

    401(k) Provider Integration

    Add-On

    Employee Benefit Admin. Integration

    Add-On

    ACA Compliance Management & Reporting

    -

    Background Checks

    Add-On

    General Ledger (GL) Mapping/Integration

    Add-On

    Year-End Processing & Corrections

    Add-On

    W-2/1099 Print & Mail*

    Add-On

    Check Printing & Delivery

    Add-On

    Additional State Filing

    Add-On

    Poster Compliance Service

    Add-On

    Next Day Direct Deposit

    Add-On

    Concierge Payroll is designed for full-service payroll processing handled by ChattaPay. If your business uses built-in tools such as timekeeping or electronic onboarding, your account will operate under the Self-Managed Payroll plan. Workforce tools are available when clients prefer to manage them directly within the system.

    $195/mo

⭐ Most PopularSelf-Managed Payroll


Concierge Payroll

  • CORE PAYROLL



  • Base Price

    $110/mo + $8/mo per employee

    $195/mo + $13/mo per employee

  • 2 Off-Cycle Payroll Runs/Month

  • Single-State Payroll

  • Federal, State & Local Tax Filings

  • Online Employer Admin Portal

  • Employee Self-Service Portal

  • Direct Deposit

  • Tax Notice Assistance

  • Payroll Reminders

  • State New Hire Reporting

  • Garnishments & Child Support

  • Electronic Year-End W-2s and 1099s*

  • Free Account Setup & Migration

  • Standard Payroll Reporting

  • Payroll Preview & Approval Control

    Upon Request

  • WORKFORCE TOOLS



  • Client-Managed Payroll Entry & Submission

    -

  • Digital I-9 & W-4 Processing

    -

  • Electronic Onboarding

    -

  • PTO Accrual Calculations

    -

  • PTO Tracking System

    -

  • Document Storage

    -

  • Org Chart & Employee Directory

    -

  • Talent Acquisition Tools

    Add-On

    -

  • Job Postings & Applicant Tracking

    Add-On

    -

  • Timekeeping with GPS / Geolocation Tracking

    Add-On

    -

  • ADMINISTRATION & SUPPORT



  • Unlimited Scheduled Support & Training

  • Priority Scheduling for Support Sessions

  • Dedicated Service Advisor 

  • Payroll Data Entry by ChattaPay

    -

  • New Hire System Entry

    -

  • Employee Change Entry

    -

  • BENEFITS & DEDUCTIONS



  • Health Insurance Payroll Deduction Management

    -

  • 401(k) Payroll Deduction Management

    -

  • Life & Disability Deduction Management

    -

  • HSAs & FSAs Deduction Management

    -

  • Pay-As-You-Go Workers’ Comp (Payroll-Integrated)

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • 401(k) Provider Integration

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • Employee Benefit Admin. Integration

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • ADD-ONS & OPTIONAL SERVICES



  • ACA Compliance Management & Reporting

    Add-On

    -

  • Background Checks

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • General Ledger (GL) Mapping/Integration

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • Year-End Processing & Corrections

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • W-2/1099 Print & Mail*

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • Check Printing & Delivery

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • Additional State Filing

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • Poster Compliance Service

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • Next Day Direct Deposit

    Add-On

    Add-On

  • *Electronic year-end forms included. Print, mailing, and additional processing services available at an additional cost.



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S-Corp Owner Payroll

Compliant owner payroll with built-in tax optimization support — designed specifically for S-Corporation business owners.

Beyond Payroll: HR & Bookkeeping Support

Add expert HR guidance and in-house bookkeeping to strengthen your business operations.

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HR Essentials Plan

Designed for small businesses that need structure and compliance help but not full HR management.

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    Includes:• Dedicated HR specialist (email + scheduled calls)• HR policy templates (handbook starter set)• Basic compliance guidance (state & federal)• Offer letter templates• Employee onboarding guidance• Job description templates• Basic performance review templates• PTO policy setup assistance• Termination guidance support• HR Q&A support (scheduled)• HR document storage support• Access to HR resource library


    Pricing: $250/mo + $6/mo per employee

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Dedicated HR Partner Plan

Designed for growing companies needing real HR infrastructure and proactive support.

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    Include everything in Essentials PLUS:
    • Dedicated HR advisor with priority response
    • Custom employee handbook creation
    • Compliance audits (annual review)
    • Performance management program setup
    • Compensation guidance support
    • Advanced onboarding workflows
    • Applicant tracking system guidance
    • Conflict resolution assistance
    • Manager coaching sessions
    • HR compliance alerts
    • Workforce planning consultations
    • HR reporting & workforce analytics guidance
    • Termination documentation review
    • Employee corrective action guidance
    • Multi-state compliance support


    Pricing: $600/mo + $12/mo per employee

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In-House Bookkeeping Services

Accurate, reliable bookkeeping built to support long-term business growth. From startups to established small and mid-sized businesses, our in-house team keeps your financial records organized, compliant, and decision-ready.

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    What We Offer:
    • Bookkeeping system setup and financial review
    • Ongoing monthly bookkeeping and reconciliations
    • Catch-up and cleanup services
    • Monthly financial reporting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
    • QuickBooks and accounting software support
    • Coordination with your CPA for year-end readiness


    Pricing: Bookkeeping services are customized based on transaction volume and business complexity. Monthly engagements require a minimum service level, with pricing tailored to your needs.

TRANSPARENT PRICING

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Customize your plan, select your services, and instantly see your estimated payroll and HR investment.