The short answer
Both quote. G&A Partners, based in Houston, sells a full PEO, à la carte ASO and HCM technology with support, plus outsourced accounting, and names professional services, skilled trades, healthcare and manufacturing as focus industries.
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G&A Partners wins 0ADP TotalSource wins 03 ties
| Dimension | G&A Partners | ADP TotalSource |
|---|---|---|
| PricingBoth quote. Neither lists its fees on the pages we reviewed, so ask both for a full quote with benefits and workers' comp. Quote only | Quote only | Quote only |
| CapabilitiesBoth cover payroll, benefits, HR compliance and recruiting. G&A adds outsourced accounting and time and attendance; ADP TotalSource adds workers' compensation and risk management. HR Management, Benefits, Payroll, HR Compliance, Recruiting & Hiring, HR Technology, Outsourced Accounting | 9 of 10 core capabilities | 9 of 10 core capabilities |
| Fit and supportG&A Partners supports by phone. ADP TotalSource assigns a dedicated HR business partner. Phone | Small businesses, mid-market companies | Small businesses, mid-market companies |
| Attribute | G&A Partners | ADP TotalSource |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile apps | G&A Partners - Mobile (iOS) | ADP mobile app |
| Support channels | Phone | Dedicated HR business partner, ADP MyLife Advisors (employee support) |
| Founded | 1995 | 1949 |
| Headquarters | Houston, Texas, US | Roseland, New Jersey, US |
| Ownership | Private equity-backed | Publicly traded |
| Attribute | G&A Partners | ADP TotalSource |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Quote only | Quote only |
| Price transparency | Quote only | Quote only |
| Best for | Small businesses, mid-market companies | Small businesses, mid-market companies |
| Automatic tax filing |
Pricing. Both quote. Neither lists its fees on the pages we reviewed, so ask both for a full quote with benefits and workers' comp.
Capabilities. Both cover payroll, benefits, HR compliance and recruiting. G&A adds outsourced accounting and time and attendance; ADP TotalSource adds workers' compensation and risk management.
Integrations. Neither publishes an integration list; G&A Partners supports single sign-on.
Fit and support. G&A Partners supports by phone. ADP TotalSource assigns a dedicated HR business partner.
Security. Neither names a security certification on the pages we reviewed.
Justworks has the highest LeadChange Score in PEO Services after excluding these two (9.7/10).
From $79/employee/mo (PEO Basic plan)
A Houston-based PEO, ASO and HCM provider founded in 1995 that serves small and midsize businesses in all 50 states.
Yes. G&A Outsourcing VII, LLC has been on the IRS list of certified PEOs since October 1, 2020. ADP TotalSource, Inc. has been on it since January 1, 2017.
G&A Partners is backed by private equity; the pages we reviewed do not name the owner. ADP TotalSource is part of ADP, Inc., a public company.
Yes, for small and midsize businesses that want a PEO; G&A adds ASO and HCM options next to its PEO. ADP TotalSource sells one co-employment PEO.
G&A lists health insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, dental and vision and employee programs. ADP TotalSource adds an EAP and pet wellness to medical, dental, vision and a 401(k).
Yes, on iOS, and it supports single sign-on. ADP TotalSource employees use the ADP mobile app.
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