Paper Trails

Local Economy x Paper Trails

We thank Local Economy owners, Tom and Jim, for entrusting Paper Trails to uphold their standard of service as they transition into retirement.

Seamless Transition: Welcome to the Paper Trails Family

What to expect next

As part of this exciting transition, we’re pleased to announce that Abbey Gangewer and Brittany Lastname, key members of the Local Economy Payroll team, will be joining Paper Trails. Their expertise and deep understanding of your payroll needs will ensure that your experience remains seamless and uninterrupted. You can expect the same friendly, personalized service you’ve always received, with the added benefit of our expanded resources and support.  Because we also use isolved at Paper Trails, there will be no change to your payroll software!

Rest assured, it’s business as usual for all Local Economy Payroll clients. Our top priority is maintaining the stability and continuity you rely on, so there will be no immediate changes to your payroll processes. Over the next several months, our Paper Trails team will personally connect with each of you to review your specific needs. During these discussions, we’ll explore opportunities to enhance your payroll and HR services, ensuring you have everything you need to manage your business smoothly and efficiently.

We’re committed to making this transition as easy and beneficial as possible for you, and we look forward to building on the strong foundation established by Local Economy Payroll.

About Paper Trails

Paper Trails was founded in Brunswick in 2004; we are Maine-born and Maine-grown. Today, twenty years later and with offices in Kennebunk and Topsham, we’ve served thousands of clients and have 17 (welcome Abbey & Brittany!) incredible team members. From our beginnings as a bookkeeping company that did payroll to today’s service offering as a payroll, human capital management and human resources consulting organization, the team is and always has been focused on you; we empower employers like you to build a business and workforce for today, tomorrow and beyond.

We’re still Mainers doing business with Mainers. We don’t like to be nickeled and dimed; we don’t like 800 numbers or long waits for service; we don’t like the Yankees; and we still see our clients at your all of the great local restaurants and at the grocery store.

What Paper Trails offers

At Paper Trails, we are so much more than just payroll.  We We spend countless hours educating ourselves so that we can share that knowledge and train you and your team. Today’s business environment requires that we all stay on top of changing regulations and trends. We work directly with you in person, through our social media channels, on our website and blog and on our podcast, Small Business Big World, to ensure you’re ready to face the payroll & HR challenges that hit your desk every day.

Most importantly, we invest daily to ensure the safety & security of your data and personal information. Building and maintaining your trust in us and our services is our first priority each and every day. You can learn more about our commitment to data protection at papertrails.com/payroll-security.

Payroll and HR Resources

Payroll and HR resources

One of our top priorities is to equip your business with the essential tools and resources that will not only simplify your daily operations but also enhance your overall efficiency. We understand the unique challenges that come with running a small business, and our goal is to alleviate some of that burden by providing you with cutting-edge solutions tailored to your needs.

What's included?

How to contact us

We’re always here to help and would love to hear from you! If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any member of our team.

You can contact us at our main office by calling 207-721-8575, or send an email directly to any team member at <firstname>@papertrails.com. For valuable resources and updates, be sure to visit our website at www.papertrails.com, and follow us on social media to stay informed about the latest compliance news and more. We’re on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok at @papertrailspayroll.

Abbey Gangewer and Brittany Lastname are ready and available to serve you, just as they always have. Feel free to reach out to them directly via email or phone:

Additionally, our Operations Manager, Michelle Aldridge, and I are always available to assist you through this transition. Michelle oversees our day-to-day operations and is a great resource for any additional support you might need:

What clients are saying!

5/5
We love Paper Trails! Such speedy and personalized service, and everyone who works there is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. We switched to a large national payroll company for one year, and it was the worst decision. As soon as that year was up, we RAN back to Paper Trails. Look no further!!
payroll and HR testimonial - Nonantum
Colby Marvin Bracy
The Nonantum Resort
5/5
I couldn't run my business without Paper Trails. They're so much more than a payroll and bookkeeping company; Teresa, Chris and the rest of the team keep me sane and on track so I can focus on running my business.
Maine payroll and HR customer testimonial - Brian
Brian Cloutier
Greenscapes of Maine

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