July 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Canada vs. US payroll: the differences that actually cost you
Source deductions, state withholding and year-end forms follow different rules on each side of the border. Here is where cross-border employers get caught.
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Meet the team
Real people behind your payroll. Each member brings deep cross-border experience and a commitment to making payroll predictable.
Dave MacDonald
Founder / CEO
Built Better Together Group to remove payroll friction for employers operating across Canada and the US.
Bradley MacDonald
Co-Founder & Lead Payroll Specialist
Deep expertise in Canadian and US payroll compliance, remittances and year-end reporting.
Bryan MacDonald
Operations Manager
Keeps client onboarding, pay cycles and internal workflows running smoothly every period.
Hannah Dannecker
Managing Partner
Oversees client relationships and service delivery across both sides of the border.
Rose Stanbridge
Partner Relations Manager — Payroll Expert
Works directly with partners and clients to make payroll transitions simple and predictable.
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