Payroll and Tax Compliance Solutions
Managing payroll for a church or ministry can be complex. Clergy tax treatment, housing allowance considerations and evolving reporting requirements often raise questions that do not apply to other employers. Many organizations also rely on a small staff or volunteers, which can make consistency and compliance harder to maintain.
Wespath understands these challenges. While Wespath does not provide payroll services, we connect plan sponsors with resources designed to support accurate payroll processing and tax compliance in church and ministry environments.
How Wespath supports payroll and tax compliance
When you sponsor a retirement plan through Wespath, you may choose to work with Paychex, a payroll and tax compliance provider that serves churches and faith-based organizations.
Why many church employers choose Paychex
With more than 45 years of payroll experience, Paychex is familiar with the unique needs of church payroll, including clergy specific considerations such as the housing allowance exclusion.
UMC affiliated organizations receive a 35% discount on Paychex services.
What These Services Can Help With
Plan sponsors who work with Paychex can use the service to support:
- Payroll by direct deposit or check
- Withholdings management
- Tax compliance and required filings
- Timely deposits and reporting
- Custom reports for financial review
Optional services may also be available to eligible employers including human resources-related tools, time and attendance tracking, workers’ compensation support and employee onboarding tools.
For more details about Paychex, please visit the Paychex overview page.
Important Information
Wespath does not provide legal, tax or payroll advice. Paychex provides payroll and tax compliance services directly to employers. Plan sponsors should consult their own advisors for guidance specific to their organization.