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Checkwriters Features

What are the features of Checkwriters?

Platform

  • User, Role, and Access Management
  • Reporting
  • Reporting and Dashboards
  • User, Role, and Access Management
  • Performance and Reliability

Administration

  • Payroll Entry
  • Time Off Accrual
  • Direct Deposit
  • Pre-tax Deductions
  • Check/W-2 Printing
  • Check/W-2 Delivery

Employee Self Service

  • Web Portal

Taxes

  • Tax Calculation
  • Tax Filing
  • Automatic Tax Payment

Technology Glossary Features

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Core HR

Organization Management

Organizes employees in an org structure that can be used throughout the application for reporting, permissions, etc. 13 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
85%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Time, Attendance, and PTO

Tracks time, attendance, paid time-off (PTO), sick time, schedules, and other workforce-related information. This feature was mentioned in 13 Checkwriters reviews.
74%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Expense Management

Contains functionality for employees to submit expenses reports and track reimbursments

Not enough data

Salary Structures

Based on 11 Checkwriters reviews. Manages position descriptions and pay grades/structures for each role
62%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Compliance

Based on 17 Checkwriters reviews. Helps protect risk areas by ensuring compliance standards are met through tracking and reporting
81%
(Based on 17 reviews)

Benefits Administration

As reported in 12 Checkwriters reviews. Enables employees to manage their benefit plans by viewing plans, make changes during open enrollement, and for life event changes. Employers can report and manage payroll deductions based on selected plan options
64%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Platform

Customization

Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views. 31 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
83%
(Based on 31 reviews)

Integration APIs

Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications. 15 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
79%
(Based on 15 reviews)

User, Role, and Access Management

Based on 40 Checkwriters reviews. Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
88%
(Based on 40 reviews)

Performance

Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. This feature was mentioned in 38 Checkwriters reviews.
90%
(Based on 38 reviews)

Mobility

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. This feature was mentioned in 27 Checkwriters reviews.
86%
(Based on 27 reviews)

Reporting

As reported in 41 Checkwriters reviews. Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
82%
(Based on 41 reviews)

Dashboards

Based on 39 Checkwriters reviews. Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.
85%
(Based on 39 reviews)

Reporting

Based on 13 Checkwriters reviews. Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
88%
(Based on 13 reviews)

APIs / Integration

Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications.

Not enough data

Internationalization

Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.

Not enough data

Performance and Reliability

Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took. This feature was mentioned in 12 Checkwriters reviews.
99%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Mobile User Support

Allows software to be easily used on multiple mobile devices include phone and tablet devices. 11 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
92%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Reporting and Dashboards

Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards. 51 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
87%
(Based on 51 reviews)

User, Role, and Access Management

As reported in 51 Checkwriters reviews. Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
90%
(Based on 51 reviews)

Performance and Reliability

Based on 51 Checkwriters reviews. Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.
95%
(Based on 51 reviews)

Scalability

Based on 33 Checkwriters reviews. Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows.
88%
(Based on 33 reviews)

Reward Structuring

Define compensation packages and allowance plans within the system. Specify the various components of compensation, including base pay, bonuses, and equity. Structure compensation pools and hierarchies for continual planning.

Not enough data

Event Management

Coordinate new hire, transfer, promotion, and termination events within the system using rules to automatically facilitate the associated compensation adjustments.

Not enough data

Workflow Automation

Streamline the flow of work processes by establishing triggers and alerts that notify and route information to the appropriate people when their action is required within the compensation process.

Not enough data

Compensation HistoryView full feature definition

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Access employee compensation history and talent records when evaluating compensation adjustments to inform decision making.

Not enough data

Automated Compliance

Maintain compliance with corporate policies, state mandates, and federal regulations regarding compensation with built in compliance features, including automated identification and flagging of unapproved behaviors.

Not enough data

Performance Management Integration

Integrate employee performance data from a third-party performance management solution to supplement compensation history and establish pay-for-performance compensation structures.

Not enough data

Embedded Analytics

View budgetory allocations across the organization, compensation information related to individual employees or departments, and underlying compensation trends in analytics dashboards embedded in the system.

Not enough data

Reporting Capabilities

Create standard and ad-hoc reports of compensation data within the system. Trends and other graphical representations of data displayed by analytics dashboards can be included in reports.

Not enough data

Compensation Data ManagementView full feature definition

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Easily import data into or export data from the system, and access employee compensation data quickly within the system. Create compensation hierarchies so that managers can access relevant team information.

Not enough data

Internationalization

Extend compensation configurations around the globe using flexible location profiles, multiple language options, and automatic currency conversion tools within the system.

Not enough data

Time Tracking

Ease of Completing Timesheets

Based on 13 Checkwriters reviews. Timesheet entry takes little time and is intuitive for new users
96%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Tracking Time to Project/Task

Users can easily track time based on task or activity and assign to projects

Not enough data

Billable Time Rate Management

Allows users and administrators to adjust rates based on user, role, task, project assignments, etc.

Not enough data

Client Invoicing

Invoice Creation and Delivery

Ability to create and send printable or electronic invoices. Includes standard invoice style library that can be customized/branded.

Not enough data

Electronic Payments

Accepts electronic payments from clients

Not enough data

Project Accounting / Revenue Recognition

Provides adequate reporting and/or can integrate to AP systems to recognize revenue appropriately

Not enough data

Mobile Time Tracking

Time Tracking

Based on 12 Checkwriters reviews. Allows users to track and enter time spent on project tasks from mobile device.
94%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Administration

Business Tool Integration

Provides standard connectors for popular Finance, Payroll, HRMS and CRM systems

Not enough data

Automated Reminders

Sends automatic reminders to employees that have not completed expenses reports and/or timesheets

Not enough data

Policy Compliance ManagementView full feature definition

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Based on 11 Checkwriters reviews. Enables administrators to create rules that enforce compliances of corporate time and expense policies
89%
(Based on 11 reviews)

User, Role, and Access Management

Based on 13 Checkwriters reviews. Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
96%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Payroll Entry

Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked. 56 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
92%
(Based on 56 reviews)

Time Off Accrual

Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days. This feature was mentioned in 44 Checkwriters reviews.
86%
(Based on 44 reviews)

Direct Deposit

Based on 54 Checkwriters reviews. Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts.
95%
(Based on 54 reviews)

Expense Reimbursement

Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases. 22 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
77%
(Based on 22 reviews)

Pre-tax Deductions

Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks. This feature was mentioned in 50 Checkwriters reviews.
96%
(Based on 50 reviews)

Wage GarnishmentView full feature definition

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Based on 34 Checkwriters reviews. Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks.
94%
(Based on 34 reviews)

Approvals

Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver. This feature was mentioned in 34 Checkwriters reviews.
92%
(Based on 34 reviews)

Check/W-2 Printing

Allows administrators to print valid paychecks and W-2 forms. 49 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
95%
(Based on 49 reviews)

Check/W-2 Delivery

Based on 52 Checkwriters reviews. Sends printed checks to administrator to distribute to employees.
96%
(Based on 52 reviews)

Employee Self Service

Web Portal

As reported in 52 Checkwriters reviews. Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information.
89%
(Based on 52 reviews)

Benefits Manager

Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers. This feature was mentioned in 26 Checkwriters reviews.
79%
(Based on 26 reviews)

Mobile

Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website. This feature was mentioned in 32 Checkwriters reviews.
88%
(Based on 32 reviews)

Taxes

Tax Calculation

Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance. This feature was mentioned in 53 Checkwriters reviews.
95%
(Based on 53 reviews)

Tax Filing

As reported in 50 Checkwriters reviews. Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes.
96%
(Based on 50 reviews)

Automatic Tax Payment

Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government. This feature was mentioned in 50 Checkwriters reviews.
96%
(Based on 50 reviews)

Integration

API / Integration

Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications. 20 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
83%
(Based on 20 reviews)

Time Tracking Integration

Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems. 23 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
76%
(Based on 23 reviews)

Accounting Integration

As reported in 22 Checkwriters reviews. Provides standard integration with third party accounting software.
80%
(Based on 22 reviews)

Benefits Administration Platform Features

Benefits Record Management

Track and manage employee benefits information and eligibility information within a centralized database.

Not enough data

Enrollment PlanningView full feature definition

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Facilitate employee enrollment in health insurance plans during open enrollment and special enrollment periods. Make changes to benefits data in real time.

Not enough data

Third-Party Carrier Integration

Access a unique marketplace of benefits products provided by third-party carriers. Select from pre-built bundles or customize your own bundles within the system to offer to your employees.

Not enough data

Document Management

Store and organize on-boarding benefits documents such as I-9s, W-4s, W-9s, and other employee agreements.

Not enough data

Total Compensation Statements

Prepare ad-hoc and historical total compensation statements for employees. Employees can access statements to find a comprehensive view of their compensation, including benefits, wages, and stock options.

Not enough data

Self-Service Portal

Allow employees to log in and review the details of their employee benefits program elections 24/7 and make changes and enroll in benefits as required.

Not enough data

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with federal and state benefits regulations, including the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Not enough data

Mobile Benefits Access

Provide access to employee benefits information including ID numbers, deductibles, in- and out-of-network costs, and more.

Not enough data

Benefits Record Management

Track and manage employee benefits information and eligibility information within a centralized database.

Not enough data

Enrollment PlanningView full feature definition

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Facilitate employee enrollment in health insurance plans during open enrollment and special enrollment periods. Make changes to benefits data in real time.

Not enough data

Third-Party Carrier Integration

Access a unique marketplace of benefits products provided by third-party carriers. Select from pre-built bundles or customize your own bundles within the system to offer to your employees.

Not enough data

Document Management

Store and organize on-boarding benefits documents such as I-9s, W-4s, W-9s, and other employee agreements.

Not enough data

Total Compensation Statements

Prepare ad-hoc and historical total compensation statements for employees. Employees can access statements to find a comprehensive view of their compensation, including benefits, wages, and stock options.

Not enough data

Self-Service Portal

Allow employees to log in and review the details of their employee benefits program elections 24/7 and make changes and enroll in benefits as required.

Not enough data

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with federal and state benefits regulations, including the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Not enough data

Benefits Dashboards

An easy to read, often single page, real-time user interface, showing a graphical presentation of the current status and historical trends of benefits data to enable instantaneous and informed decisions to be made at a glance.

Not enough data

Mobile Benefits Access

Provide access to employee benefits information including ID numbers, deductibles, in- and out-of-network costs, and more.

Not enough data

Integrations / APIs

The platform can integrate with HR and payroll software to manage employee data such as new hires, general profiles, salary changes, benefit deductions, and terminations into a single system of record.

Not enough data

Internationalization

Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.

Not enough data

Mobility

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.

Not enough data

Sourcing

Social Sourcing

Enables the user to share job posting on social channels.

Not enough data

Job Posting

Posts job listings to job boards.

Not enough data

Candidate Sourcing Metrics

Reports where applicants are finding job listings.

Not enough data

Candidate Search

Searches for qualified candidates by integrating with career sites.

Not enough data

Career Page Configuration

Configures branded career page for the users website.

Not enough data

Candidate Management

Dashboards

Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline.

Not enough data

Workflow Building

Enables the building of custom recruiting workflows.

Not enough data

Hiring Processes Tracking

Tracks a candidates spot in the hiring process.

Not enough data

Scheduling

Integrates with calendars and allows the scheduling of phone screens and interviews.

Not enough data

Applicant Data Management

Stores applicant data that can be accessed by multiple people on a team.

Not enough data

Candidate Evaluations

Enables users to share feedback on candidates.

Not enough data

Automated Resume Parsing

Analyzes resumes and applicant data based on user-selected preferences.

Not enough data

Candidate-Facing Statuses

Enables candidates to view where they are in the hiring process.

Not enough data

Platform Content

Forms Library

Provides users with a pre-built library of templated forms related to the hiring process.

Not enough data

E-Forms

Based on 12 Checkwriters reviews. Provides electronic forms for employees to complete.
86%
(Based on 12 reviews)

E-Signature

Enables new hires to sign forms electronically. 12 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
96%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Background Checks

Enables the employer to perform background checks.

Not enough data

Offer Letter Approvals

Provides user with offer letter templates.

Not enough data

Offer Letter Templates

Enables all stakeholders to approve offer letters.

Not enough data

Enrollment Planning

Facilitate employee enrollment in health insurance plans during open enrollment and special enrollment periods. Make changes to benefits data in real time.

Not enough data

Dashboard

Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with

Not enough data

Education

Provides educational materials to help employees make informed decisions about their benefits.

Not enough data

Benefits Record Management

Track and manage employee benefits information and eligibility information within a centralized database.

Not enough data

Platform Additional Functionality

Self-Service Portal

Based on 13 Checkwriters reviews. Enables employees to login and view their onboarding process.
90%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Automated Team Introductions

Introduces new hires to employees based on org chart.

Not enough data

Compliance Training

Provides training on relevant compliance issues.

Not enough data

Automated Onboarding Workflows

As reported in 11 Checkwriters reviews. Provides workflows which track new hire progress.
98%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Onboarding Notifications

Based on 13 Checkwriters reviews. Provides notifications about the onboarding process to both the new hire and manager.
94%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Mobility

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.

Not enough data

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with federal and state benefits regulations, including the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Not enough data

Third-Party Carrier Integration

Access a unique marketplace of benefits products provided by third-party carriers. Select from pre-built bundles or customize your own bundles within the system to offer to your employees.

Not enough data

Platform Data

Onboarding Process Reporting

Provides holistic Metrics on the onboarding process. This feature was mentioned in 11 Checkwriters reviews.
88%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Visualization

As reported in 10 Checkwriters reviews. Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows.
85%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Recruiting and Onboarding

Interview Scheduling

Coordinates interview scheduling via email, phone, or text

Not enough data

Onboarding

Tracks key steps in onboarding process including new employee orientation and employee payroll documents. 13 reviewers of Checkwriters have provided feedback on this feature.
91%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Platform Basics

Reporting

Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.

Not enough data

Interoperability

Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.

Not enough data

Performance

Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.

Not enough data

Platform Performance

Reporting

Provides pre-built or customizable performance reports

Not enough data

Monitoring

Contains application performance monitoring capabilities

Not enough data

Performance reviews

360 Reviews

Facilitates 360-degree feedback between managers, employees, and peers.

Not enough data

Customizable Forms

Provides customizable employee review forms and questions.

Not enough data

Review Status Tracking

Tracks completion status of employee reviews.

Not enough data

Goals

Goal-Setting

Facilitates goal-setting for individual employees and tracks progress toward goals.

Not enough data

Company Goals And OKRs

Manages high-level company priorities or Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and aligns them with employee goals.

Not enough data

Feedback

Continuous Feedback

Collects continuous feedback for employees; facilitates recording and storage of ongoing notes about each individual’s performance.

Not enough data

Requesting Feedback

Allows employees or managers to request feedback from other employees.

Not enough data

1-On-1 Meetings

Facilitates check-ins or 1-on-1 meetings between managers and employees, including managing agendas, action items, or notes.

Not enough data

Public Praise

Provides a forum for employees or managers to deliver public praise for exceptional employee performance.

Not enough data

Data

Dashboards And Reports

Generates in-depth visual dashboards and reports based on employee performance data.

Not enough data

Historical Data

Retains historical performance review data or integrates with third-party applications where historical data can be maintained.

Not enough data

Benchmarking and Equity - Compensation Management

Benchmarking Data

Displays and compares pay equity information, comparing the parity of pay across demographics.

Not enough data

Pay Equity

Comes with native pay equity module or capabilities.

Not enough data

Salary Bands

Facilitates organizing workers into salary bands and comparing or contrasting across different levels in the organization.

Not enough data