What states does Alcott HR serve?

Alcott HR currently operates in the following states: NY, NJ, CT, PA, FL.

Is Alcott HR IRS CPEO certified?

Yes, Alcott HR is an IRS Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO). This certification means they have met strict financial, reporting, and background requirements set by the IRS, providing additional tax advantages and liability protections for client companies.

What size companies does Alcott HR work with?

Alcott HR typically serves businesses with 5 to 500 employees. If your company is outside this range, contact them directly to discuss your options.

What services does Alcott HR provide?

Alcott HR offers the following HR and employer services: Payroll Processing, Employee Benefits, HR Management, Workers Compensation, Compliance Support, Recruiting & Hiring.

How do I get a quote from Alcott HR?

You can request a no-obligation quote from Alcott HR by filling out the form on this page. A PEO specialist will review your business details and connect you within one business day.

Alcott HR

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Farmingdale, NY·Founded 1988·5-500 employees

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About Alcott HR

Alcott HR is a Farmingdale, New York-based IRS CPEO certified and ESAC accredited Professional Employer Organization founded in 1987 — making it the oldest continuously operating PEO in New York State. Co-founded by Louis Basso and Barry Shorten, Alcott has grown from a five-person operation to a multi-office firm serving hundreds of businesses and thousands of employees across more than 40 states. The company maintains a 95% client retention rate and has been a NAPEO leader — CEO Steve Politis served as Chair of the NAPEO Board of Directors. Alcott operates offices in Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, and Philadelphia, and offers payroll, employee benefits, HR administration, workers' compensation, risk management, compliance, and talent acquisition. The company provides access to Highmark Blue Shield health plans in the Philadelphia market and offers a full CPEO and ESAC dual-credentialed co-employment arrangement.

IRS Certification

IRS Certified PEO (CPEO)

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Certified ✓

The IRS Certified PEO (CPEO) designation is awarded by the Internal Revenue Service to PEO companies that meet rigorous standards for financial health, tax compliance, and operational integrity. Alcott HR holds CPEO status — a distinction held by fewer than 15% of PEOs in the United States.

Federal Tax Liability

As a CPEO, Alcott HR assumes sole liability for federal employment taxes on wages paid — protecting your business from tax exposure.

Annual Financial Audits

CPEOs undergo independent CPA audits annually and must maintain a surety bond, ensuring fiscal accountability and solvency.

IRS Reporting

Alcott HR files employment taxes under their own EIN as CPEO, simplifying your year-end tax obligations and eliminating duplicate filings.

Why businesses choose Alcott HR

✓IRS CPEO certified and ESAC accredited — dual credentials, among first in the country to hold both

✓Founded 1987 — the oldest PEO in New York State with 38+ years of continuous operation

✓95% client retention rate — one of the strongest loyalty metrics in the PEO industry

✓CEO Steve Politis served as Chair of the NAPEO Board of Directors — industry leadership recognition

✓Multi-office presence: Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, and Philadelphia

✓Highmark Blue Shield access in Philadelphia — premium health plan for Mid-Atlantic clients

✓Serves 40+ states with deep New York and Mid-Atlantic regional expertise

Company Details

Headquarters

Farmingdale, NY

Founded

1988

Employees Served

5-500

CPEO Certified

Yes - IRS Verified

Coverage

5 states

Company Type

Regional PEO

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Pros & Cons

Pros

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Oldest NY PEO

Founded 1987 — 38+ years as the most established PEO in New York State.

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Dual certified

Both IRS CPEO certified and ESAC accredited — first-mover dual credential in the industry.

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95% client retention

One of the strongest retention rates in the PEO industry.

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NAPEO Chair leadership

CEO Steve Politis chaired the national PEO industry association — industry-wide recognition.

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Multi-office model

Physical offices in Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, and Philadelphia for local service.

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Cons

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Northeast centric

Strongest in New York and the Mid-Atlantic — national depth outside the Northeast is more limited.

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Smaller scale

Less benefits buying power than the largest national PEOs.

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No transparent pricing

Custom quotes required — no published rates online.

PEO Authority Editorial Note

Alcott HR's 38-year track record and 95% client retention rate are the strongest proof points in their pitch. Being the oldest PEO in New York State is a genuine distinction — they've survived and thrived through every regulatory change in the industry. Best for: small and mid-sized businesses in New York, the Mid-Atlantic, and Philadelphia that want a deeply experienced, dual-credentialed PEO with industry leadership credentials.

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