Employment & Setup

8 articles

• 5 min read

  How to handle payroll and tax for your staff in the Philippines

  Contractor, EOR, or local entity? A clear breakdown of how to handle payroll and tax for your accounting staff in the Philippines.

  Jessica MalnikRead article

• 6 min read

  What is an EOR and when should an accounting firm work with one?

  Examine the benefits, drawbacks, and key considerations of using an Employer of Record (EOR) when hiring accounting staff in the Philippines.

  Isaac SmithRead article

• 4 min read

  EOR vs. Independent Contractors: Which Is Right For Your Accounting Firm?

  EOR or independent contractor? A comparison of the benefits, drawbacks, and compliance considerations for hiring staff in the Philippines.

  Isaac SmithRead article

• 10 min read

  Top options to consider instead of shipping a laptop internationally

  Should you ship a laptop internationally to your new Filipino accountant? Here are the top considerations, plus easier alternative options.

  Isaac SmithRead article

• 3 min read

  The 13th Month Pay in the Philippines: What you need to know

  What is 13th month pay in the Philippines, and do you have to pay it when hiring accounting staff there? A plain breakdown of the legal requirement.

  Isaac SmithRead article

• 3 min read

  Employer of Record (EOR) vs Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) - What’s the difference?

  What's the difference between a BPO and an Employer of Record (EOR) when hiring offshore accounting staff? Here's how each one actually works.

  Isaac SmithRead article

• 5 min read

  Should I hire my offshore accountants as employees or contractors?

  Employee or contractor? A look at the pros and cons of each way to hire your offshore accounting staff, from taxes to job security.

  Isaac SmithRead article