C2 Essentials

C2 Essentials is a US human capital management provider that takes over HR administration for employers. Working as a professional employer organisation (PEO) or an administrative services organisation (ASO), it focuses on government contractors and growing businesses across the country.

Products and services

• PEO services: co-employment in which C2 shares certain employer liabilities and risks.
• ASO services: taking on three or more HR processes, such as compliance, payroll and benefits, without co-employment.
• Payroll and tax administration: payroll runs, tax calculations, filings and year-end reporting.
• Benefits administration: running employee benefit plans in line with company policy.
• HR and compliance: guidance on federal, state and local employment rules, employee relations and change management.
• Recruiting and finance support: structured hiring help, plus budgeting and expense tracking.

Clients

It serves government contractors and small to large businesses nationwide, and publishes articles on topics affecting contractors, such as cybersecurity.

Key facts

• Based in: United States
• Experience: more than two decades supporting small businesses
• Models: PEO and ASO