Best Payroll Services in State College, PA

24 companies listed · 4 in State College · 1 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Keystone Payroll

Keystone Payroll

(28)
  • Reports
  • Company
  • Questions
“Her knowledge and passion about how to save Pennsylvania business owners headaches with payroll puts people and local companies in a position to thrive!”
In Business Since 2002
BBB Rating: A+
2198 High Tech Rd, State College, PA
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The Ronan Group

The Ronan Group

(4)
“I am a small business owner, and every dollar counts and and decisions can be the difference between success and failure, Tim is your man, he is honest and helpful, and knows what it takes.”
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2012
Transparent Fees & Pricing
724 S Atherton St C, State College, PA
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U.S. Accounting & Tax Services

U.S. Accounting & Tax Services

(4)
“I was leary at first but after my meeting with them two years ago and the time they spent with me getting some last minute stuff done and answering all my questions I would highly recommend them!”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 1991
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2541 E College Ave Suite 200, State College, PA
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Okonak, Dean & Lechner

Okonak, Dean & Lechner

In Business Since 1995
Offers Financing Options
3941 S Atherton St, State College, PA
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Johnson Brothers Accounting

Johnson Brothers Accounting

(4)
“Great n another year taxes done.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Offers Financing Options
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1977
Serving State College Area
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Dotts Hamilton

Dotts Hamilton

(7)
“Always on top of things!!”
Accepts Check, Debit
In Business Since 1974
BBB Rating: A+
Serving State College Area
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The 24 companies listed for State College, PA run payroll, filings and timekeeping for employers. Service and software details are taken from each provider's own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: State College, PA

4 of the 24 companies we list are based in State College; the other 20 serve State College from towns including Huntingdon (23 mi), Altoona (35 mi) and Bellefonte (10 mi). 21 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 3.8 to 5.0 across 469 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (94%) and responsiveness (84%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the companies on this page are "knowledge" and "patient". 1 is open on Saturdays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are payroll services (5), tax services (3), audits - reviews - compilations (2), bookkeeping (2) and business consulting services (2). 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the companies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 7 offer payment plans; 2 offer a free initial consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the companies on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the company before you book a consultation.

Can I arrange a consultation online with payroll companies listed for State College?

4 of the 24 companies take appointment requests through their own website. A company without that option works by phone or email. Have your headcount, pay frequency and the states you employ in ready, because those three numbers produce a quote in one conversation.

CPA Associates

CPA Associates

(1)
“The staff is very knowledgeable and always helps us get the most from our returns.”
In Business Since 2000
Serving State College Area
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Nittany Payroll Services

Nittany Payroll Services

In Business Since 2011
Free Initial Consultation
Serving State College Area
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Walnook

Walnook

In Business Since 2018
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving State College Area
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Okonak Lechner & Company

Okonak Lechner & Company

(4)
“Thanks Matt for taking time out for a quick new business consultation!”
In Business Since 2023
Offers Financing Options
912 Pleasant Valley Blvd #1, Altoona, PA
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AAE Virtual Bookkeeping

AAE Virtual Bookkeeping

(10)
  • Financial
  • Patient
“Ester has done my taxes and has organized my finances to where I could recenter myself to reach my financial goals and still spoil myself once in a while again.”
Remote Consultations Available
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2020
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving State College Area
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Courier Payroll Service

Courier Payroll Service

(8)
  • Company
  • Tax
“My firm has used Courier Payroll Service for over thirty years and have always trusted their professionalism and timeliness in filing quarterly tax reports as well as preparing our weekly Payroll taking a huge burden off of my shoulders.”
In Business Since 1992
544 Bream Rd, Altoona, PA
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Link & Associates

Link & Associates

(3)
“Beside Blair County Courthouse”
Accepts Cash
In Business Since 2019
BBB Accredited
Serving State College Area
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Robert W. Morris & Company

Robert W. Morris & Company

(11)
“My wife and I have worked with them to do our taxes for 16 years.”
In Business Since 2003
Remote Consultations Available
Serving State College Area
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Beacon Tax Solutions

Beacon Tax Solutions

(1)
“They were able to provide me with invaluable advice and had an answer for every question I threw at them.”
In Business Since 2024
Family Business
Serving State College Area
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Pinnacle Payroll, Tax & Consulting Services

Pinnacle Payroll, Tax & Consulting Services

(1)
“Joe has taken care of our personal and business taxes for years.”
In Business Since 2012
Serving State College Area
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CRI Payroll Services - Scranton

CRI Payroll Services - Scranton

(7)
“They're very good with responding quickly as well!”
In Business Since 2001
Offers Financing Options
Serving State College Area
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Cohick & Associates

Cohick & Associates

(10)
“It is always a pleasure doing business with Cohick & Associates.”
In Business Since 2011
Serving State College Area
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Fortenbaugh Accounting

Fortenbaugh Accounting

In Business Since 2005
Serving State College Area
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Pay Day Payroll Service

Pay Day Payroll Service

(5)
“She is meticulous at her roll as a bookkeeper.”
In Business Since 2007
Serving State College Area
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Kauffman CPA Company

Kauffman CPA Company

(28)
  • Bookkeeping
  • Information
  • Small Business
“Kauffman and his team members have been professional, prompt with communication, and helpful throughout the process of establishing a small business and working through tax processes.”
Remote Consultations Available
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
225 E Grant St Suite 1, Lancaster, PA
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Fresh Start Tax & Accounting

Fresh Start Tax & Accounting

(49)
  • Phone Call
  • Finances
  • CPA
“If you're looking for a CPA whom has your best interest at heart and one whom will fight tooth and nail to save you every dollar then Fresh Start is the route to take.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Offers Financing Options
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
4414 Bayonne Ave, Baltimore, MD
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VM TAX & Financial Services

VM TAX & Financial Services

(48)
  • Prices
  • Company
  • Questions
“I was a 1st time customer and coming from having a family member handle my business this was an amazing experience quick and any questions i had answered!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2015
BBB Rating: A+
Serving State College Area
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Peopleworx

Peopleworx

(46)
  • Processor
  • Team
  • LLC
“Alison has fielded numerous questions (and still does) as we punch in/out; edit because we forgot; approve; and ultimately process our payroll, benefits, PTO and related items.”
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2020
BBB Rating: A+
103 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD
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