PEO Services — Florida
PEO SERVICES IN FLORIDA
Florida's business environment is unique — from construction and hospitality in Orlando to healthcare in Tampa and professional services in Miami. KeyHR's Florida-based team understands the state's specific compliance requirements and industry landscape.
As a Florida-headquartered PEO, KeyHR has deep roots in the state's business community. We've been serving Florida businesses since our founding, and our team has firsthand knowledge of Florida's specific employment law requirements, workers' compensation system, and industry dynamics. Whether you're a hospitality operator in Orlando, a construction company in Tampa, or a healthcare practice in Miami, KeyHR provides the HR infrastructure you need to grow.
FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT LAW: WHAT BUSINESSES NEED TO KNOW
Florida is a business-friendly state with relatively lean employment regulation compared to California or New York — but there are still significant compliance requirements that Florida businesses must navigate:
- Minimum wage: Florida's minimum wage is $13.00/hour as of September 2024, increasing to $14.00/hour in September 2025 and $15.00/hour in September 2026 under Amendment 2. Tipped employees have separate minimum wage requirements.
- Workers' compensation: Florida has some of the most complex workers' comp requirements in the country. Construction employers must provide coverage for all employees including corporate officers. Non-construction employers with 4+ employees must carry coverage.
- Reemployment tax: Florida's reemployment tax (unemployment insurance) has specific new employer rates and experience rating calculations that differ from federal FUTA.
- E-Verify: Florida requires E-Verify for all public employers and private employers with 25+ employees.
- Non-compete agreements: Florida is one of the more employer-friendly states for non-compete enforcement, but agreements must meet specific statutory requirements to be enforceable.
KeyHR's Florida compliance team monitors all state and local employment law changes and updates client policies and procedures proactively — so you're never caught off guard by a regulatory change.
FLORIDA WORKERS' COMPENSATION: A SPECIAL FOCUS
Florida's workers' compensation system is administered by the Department of Financial Services and is among the most complex in the United States. The state's construction industry has particularly stringent requirements, including mandatory coverage for all employees and corporate officers (with limited exemption options).
KeyHR's pay-as-you-go workers' comp coverage eliminates the large upfront premiums and end-of-year audit surprises that burden Florida businesses. Our master policy covers all standard Florida class codes, and our claims management team has extensive experience with Florida's workers' comp dispute resolution process.
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE IN FLORIDA
Hospitality & Tourism
Hotels, restaurants, theme park vendors, and tourism operators throughout Central Florida and beyond.
Construction
General contractors, specialty trades, and construction management firms navigating Florida's complex workers' comp requirements.
Healthcare
Medical practices, dental offices, home health agencies, and healthcare staffing firms.
Staffing & Temp Agencies
Staffing firms managing large, fluctuating workforces across multiple client sites.
Professional Services
Law firms, accounting practices, engineering firms, and consulting companies.
Retail & Distribution
Retail chains, e-commerce fulfillment, and distribution operations throughout Florida.
SERVICE AREAS IN FLORIDA
KeyHR serves businesses throughout Florida, including:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is KeyHR licensed as a PEO in Florida?
Yes. KeyHR is a licensed Professional Employer Organization in Florida, registered with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. We are a member of FAPEO (Florida Association of Professional Employer Organizations) and NAPEO.
Does KeyHR handle Florida's workers' compensation requirements?
Yes. KeyHR's master workers' compensation policy covers all Florida class codes, including construction. Our pay-as-you-go model eliminates large upfront premiums, and our claims management team has extensive experience with Florida's workers' comp system.
How does Florida's minimum wage increase affect my payroll?
KeyHR automatically updates payroll calculations when Florida's minimum wage increases each September. You don't need to manually update pay rates — our system handles the adjustment and notifies you in advance.
Does KeyHR support Florida's E-Verify requirement?
Yes. KeyHR provides E-Verify integration for clients who are required to use it under Florida law (public employers and private employers with 25+ employees) and for those who choose to use it voluntarily.
Can KeyHR help with Florida's reemployment tax?
Yes. KeyHR handles Florida reemployment tax filing and payment as part of our payroll administration service. We monitor your experience rating and provide guidance on managing unemployment claims to protect your rate.
READY TO GROW YOUR FLORIDA BUSINESS?
KeyHR handles payroll, HR, benefits, and compliance for Florida businesses — so you can focus on growth.