HCM Unlocked, a leading provider of tech-enabled human capital managed services, has acquired Forensic Payroll Consultants (FPC), a specialist firm known for solving complex payroll tax issues and historical compliance challenges.
FPC brings deep expertise in payroll reconstruction, agency notice resolution, Employee Retention Credit (ERC) filings, and M&A compliance. By integrating these capabilities, HCM Unlocked aims to offer clients not only accurate payroll processing but also solutions for legacy issues that can disrupt audits, operations, or merger transactions.
“Demand for payroll tax consulting has surged as companies face greater complexity, more audits, and tighter compliance standards,” said John Wallace, CEO of HCM Unlocked. “Bringing Forensic Payroll into HCM Unlocked is a natural extension of where the market is heading and a critical part of our growth strategy.”
For FPC, the acquisition offers an opportunity to scale impact nationally.
“Joining HCM Unlocked allows us to deliver greater value to businesses dealing with payroll tax challenges,” said Andrew Lopez, President & CEO of FPC. “Our mission has always been to resolve issues with accuracy and speed—now we can do it at a larger scale.”
Mid-Market Payroll Compliance Reinvented
The combined entity positions HCM Unlocked as a full-service payroll and compliance partner for mid-market clients. The expanded offering includes:
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Managed payroll and tax compliance
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Technology implementation and HR consulting
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Strategic advisory services
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Resolution of historical payroll issues impacting audits and M&A
As payroll complexity grows and regulatory scrutiny tightens, this acquisition signals HCM Unlocked’s commitment to proactive, end-to-end payroll and compliance solutions—helping organizations avoid costly errors and maintain operational confidence.
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