Consolidated Employer Services, Inc.

Human resource consulting in Upper Arlington, OH (show on map)

3.6

★★★★☆

16 reviews

CES offers an Administrative Service Organization (ASO) that provides payroll, workers’ compensation, health and wellness benefits, and HR support for small to medium-sized businesses without losing control over policies.

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About

Consolidated Employer Services (CES) was founded in 2015 to provide superior HR and benefits solutions with transparency and personalized service. Based in Columbus, Ohio, CES operates in over 40 states, offering an Administrative Service Organization (ASO) that handles payroll, workers’ compensation, health and wellness benefits, and HR support for small to medium-sized businesses. C

ES’s integrated HR platform and dedicated professionals ensure businesses retain control over their employees and policies while benefiting from the efficiencies of a larger employer’s back office. The company’s services include group health insurance, a self-funded captive plan, ancillary benefits, 401(k) management, and comprehensive risk management, all designed to streamline operations and enhance employee satisfaction.

Unified HR platform with around-the-clock support

Self-funded captive health plan offering large-business rates

Flexible 401(k) plan with customizable options

Comprehensive ancillary benefits package

Integrated payroll, benefits, and risk management

Services

Administrative Service Organization (ASO)

Provides payroll, workers’ compensation, health and wellness benefits, and HR support for small to medium-sized businesses without losing control over policies and procedures.

Unified HR platform Around-the-clock professional support Control over employee policies and procedures

Group Health Insurance

Offers competitive health insurance plans through a self-funded captive and traditional carriers.

Self-funded captive plan with large-business rates Access to major carriers (Anthem, Cigna, United, Aetna, etc.) Cost control and competitive rates

401(k) Plan Management

Provides a Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) with flexible design options and comprehensive administration.

Pooled MEP for cost savings Safe harbor, Roth, and profit-sharing options Customizable eligibility, matches, and vesting schedules

Ancillary and Supplemental Benefits

Offers a range of ancillary benefits and supplemental insurance to enhance employee packages.

Dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability insurance Group life insurance and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Health management technology programs

Risk Management

Manages workers’ compensation, unemployment, and other risk-related services.

Workers’ compensation management Unemployment management Cost control for risk-related premiums

Payroll Management

Handles payroll processing, tax compliance, and employee self-service.

Cloud-based payroll system Employee self-service portal Compliance with federal and state payroll regulations

Reviews

Rating

3.6

★★★★☆

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Administrative Service Organization (ASO)? +

An ASO like CES provides back-office services—including payroll, workers’ compensation, health benefits, and HR support—for small to medium-sized businesses, allowing them to operate with the efficiencies of a larger employer while retaining control over policies and procedures.

How does CES’s self-funded captive health plan work? +

CES’s self-funded captive plan pools clients together to achieve large-business rates and coverage, offering cost control and competitive benefits without the administrative burden typically associated with self-funding.

What ancillary benefits does CES offer? +

CES provides a range of ancillary benefits including dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and health management technology programs, enhancing employee packages and aiding in talent attraction and retention.

What is the advantage of CES’s 401(k) plan? +

CES’s Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) offers flexible design options such as safe harbor, Roth, and profit-sharing, with customizable eligibility, matches, and vesting schedules, reducing fees and simplifying compliance while providing robust retirement benefits.

How does CES manage risk for businesses? +

CES manages workers’ compensation, unemployment, and other risk-related services, focusing on cost control for risk-related premiums and providing comprehensive risk management solutions to protect businesses.

What payroll services does CES provide? +

CES handles payroll processing, tax compliance, and employee self-service through a cloud-based system, ensuring accurate pay cycles and ongoing support for tax filings and employee inquiries.