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WorkSmart Systems

IRS CPEO CertifiedRegional PEO
Indianapolis, IN·Founded 1994·5-500 employees
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States Served
6
Services
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Industries
5-500
Employees

About WorkSmart Systems

WorkSmart Systems is an Indianapolis, Indiana-based IRS CPEO certified Professional Employer Organization founded in 1988. One of the Midwest's longest-established PEOs, WorkSmart serves small and mid-sized businesses across Indiana and surrounding states with payroll processing, employee benefits, HR administration, workers' compensation, and compliance services. The company has built a 35-year reputation for responsive, personalized service and deep expertise in Indiana employment law. WorkSmart Systems holds IRS CPEO certification and is a longstanding NAPEO member. The company is particularly well-regarded in manufacturing, professional services, and healthcare sectors throughout the Midwest.

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. WorkSmart Systems holds CPEO status — a distinction held by fewer than 15% of PEOs in the United States.

Federal Tax Liability
As a CPEO, WorkSmart Systems 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
WorkSmart Systems files employment taxes under their own EIN as CPEO, simplifying your year-end tax obligations and eliminating duplicate filings.

Why businesses choose WorkSmart Systems

✓IRS CPEO certified — maximum federal tax protections for co-employment clients
✓Founded 1988 — 35+ years as one of the Midwest's longest-established PEOs
✓Deep Indiana and Midwest regional expertise in employment law and compliance
✓Personalized service model with dedicated HR professionals for each client
✓Strong manufacturing, professional services, and healthcare sector expertise
✓NAPEO member in longstanding good standing
✓Full co-employment suite: payroll, benefits, HR, workers' comp, and compliance

Company Details

Headquarters
Indianapolis, IN
Founded
1994
Employees Served
5-500
CPEO Certified
Yes - IRS Verified
Coverage
6 states
Company Type
Regional PEO

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Pros & Cons

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Pros
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IRS CPEO certified
Maximum federal tax liability protections — IRS-certified since the program's early days.
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35+ years operating
Founded 1988 — one of the Midwest's most established and experienced PEOs.
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Indiana market depth
Decades of Indiana employment law expertise and local market knowledge.
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Manufacturing expertise
Particularly strong serving Indiana's large manufacturing and industrial base.
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Responsive service
35 years of client relationships built on accountability and personal attention.
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Cons
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Regional focus
Strongest in Indiana and surrounding states — less suited for national multi-state employers.
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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

WorkSmart Systems is a cornerstone PEO in the Indiana market, with 35+ years of operation that gives it unmatched local credibility. For Indiana and Midwest businesses that want a proven, IRS-certified PEO with deep regional roots, WorkSmart is a natural fit. Best for: small and mid-sized businesses in Indiana and surrounding Midwest states, particularly in manufacturing and professional services.

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