What states does LBMC Employment Partners serve?

LBMC Employment Partners currently operates in the following states: TN, KY, GA, NC, AL, MS.

Is LBMC Employment Partners IRS CPEO certified?

Yes, LBMC Employment Partners 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 LBMC Employment Partners work with?

LBMC Employment Partners 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 LBMC Employment Partners provide?

LBMC Employment Partners offers the following HR and employer services: Payroll Processing, Employee Benefits, HR Management, Workers Compensation, Compliance Support, Tax Administration.

How do I get a quote from LBMC Employment Partners?

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

LBMC Employment Partners

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Brentwood, TN·Founded 2000·5-500 employees

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About LBMC Employment Partners

LBMC Employment Partners is a Nashville, Tennessee-based IRS CPEO certified Professional Employer Organization and a member of the LBMC Family of Companies — one of the Southeast's largest professional services and business consulting firms. LBMC Employment Partners was the first Tennessee-based PEO to receive IRS CPEO certification in the first round of certifications in 2017, a distinction that reflects its long-standing compliance leadership in the region. The company operates from offices in Nashville (Brentwood), Knoxville, and Chattanooga, serving businesses across Tennessee and the broader U.S. with a comprehensive suite of HR services including PEO co-employment, HR outsourcing, payroll and tax administration, employee benefits, HR consulting, and ACA compliance. LBMC Employment Partners is an authorized reseller of UKG Ready, providing clients with a unified Human Capital Management platform.

IRS Certification

IRS Certified PEO (CPEO)

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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. LBMC Employment Partners holds CPEO status — a distinction held by fewer than 15% of PEOs in the United States.

Federal Tax Liability

As a CPEO, LBMC Employment Partners 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

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

Why businesses choose LBMC Employment Partners

✓First Tennessee-based PEO to receive IRS CPEO certification — first-round designation in 2017

✓Member of the LBMC Family of Companies — one of the Southeast's largest professional services firms

✓Offices in Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga — comprehensive Tennessee market coverage

✓Authorized UKG Ready reseller — enterprise-grade HCM platform for all clients

✓Full service suite: PEO, HRO, payroll, benefits, HR consulting, and ACA compliance

✓Personalized service model — dedicated contacts, no 1-800 call centers

✓Backed by LBMC's accounting, tax, and consulting resources for integrated business services

Company Details

Headquarters

Brentwood, TN

Founded

2000

Employees Served

5-500

CPEO Certified

Yes - IRS Verified

Coverage

6 states

Company Type

Regional PEO

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Pros & Cons

Pros

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First Tennessee CPEO

First Tennessee-based PEO to receive IRS CPEO certification — compliance leadership from day one.

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LBMC backing

Part of one of the Southeast's largest professional services firms — accounting, tax, and consulting resources included.

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Three-office Tennessee coverage

Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga offices provide statewide local presence.

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UKG Ready platform

Authorized reseller of UKG Ready — enterprise HCM software for all clients.

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Integrated services

HR and payroll alongside LBMC's accounting and consulting — one firm for multiple business needs.

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Cons

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Tennessee centric

Strongest in Tennessee — national capabilities exist but regional focus dominates.

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Smaller PEO 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

LBMC Employment Partners' position as the first Tennessee CPEO and its integration with LBMC's broader professional services platform make it the premier PEO choice for Tennessee businesses. The ability to access accounting, tax, and consulting services alongside HR is a genuine advantage. Best for: small and mid-sized businesses in Tennessee that want a first-in-state credentialed PEO backed by a full-service professional services firm.

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