Your go-to partner for franchise payroll success.
Built for the unique needs of franchises—whether you're managing one location or one hundred. Gusto simplifies payroll, tracks teams across job sites, and helps you stay compliant, so you can focus on growing your business.
Streamlined time tracking
Whether salaried, hourly, or contractor, Gusto makes handling time tracking across numerous departments, job sites—and even state lines—stress-free.
Save time and money
AI-powered hiring, automated workflows, and transparent pricing take the complexity out of managing your franchise.
Hassle-free benefits and compliance
With Gusto’s integrated benefits and workers’ comp, you can breathe easy knowing your team is taken care of while your franchise stays compliant.
9 out of 10
customers would recommend Gusto.
152 hours
average time customers saved per year on tax and compliance work after switching to Gusto.
4.5/5 stars
average rating from Gusto customers.
All in one
One platform. Every location. Make franchise operations feel easy
Running a franchise means juggling payroll, hiring, and compliance across locations. Gusto brings it all together—so you can onboard new hires, track time, run payroll, and stay compliant without the back-and-forth. No spreadsheets. No disconnected systems. Just one place to manage your people and grow your business.
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Benefits
Benefits that work for your team—and your franchise
Your employees work hard—and the right benefits help you keep them happy, motivated, and protected. With Gusto, you can offer health insurance, financial tools, and 401(k) plans without juggling vendors or worrying about compliance. Our licensed advisors help you find the right fit for your workforce, while our platform handles the admin—so you can focus on running a thriving franchise.
For franchisors
Level up your franchisees
Gusto gives your franchise network the tools to simplify onboarding, streamline payroll, and stay compliant across every location—so your franchisees stay focused, and you can scale your brand with less overhead. Together, we can create a better experience for your entire franchise system—offering tools, support, and scalable programs designed with growth in mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gusto makes managing payroll for multiple franchise locations a breeze. Our centralized platform streamlines payroll processes, ensuring everything is accurate and easy to track across all locations.
Absolutely. Gusto is designed to handle hourly employees, salaried staff, and contractors seamlessly, giving you the flexibility to manage all types of workers with ease.
Gusto is a fantastic choice for franchisees. Our platform simplifies payroll management, making it easy to handle employee payments, tax filings, and compliance—all in one user-friendly system. Franchisees can focus on growing their business while we take care of the payroll details.
Gusto helps franchises stay compliant by automating tax calculations and filings, so you can rest easy knowing you're up to date with federal, state, and local regulations. Plus, we provide helpful resources to navigate labor laws effortlessly.
Definitely. Gusto is built to handle multi-state payroll, ensuring that each franchisee's payroll is processed accurately according to their specific state regulations. You can manage everything from one platform without the hassle.
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