Universal Background Screening (UBS), a leading provider of background screening solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with VerifyToday to bring the benefits of the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program directly to UBS clients.

The WOTC program provides federal tax credits to employers who hire individuals from certain targeted groups that face barriers to employment, including veterans, recipients of public assistance, long-term unemployed individuals, and justice-involved individuals. Employers may receive up to $9,600 per eligible hire, yet many businesses miss out on these savings due to complex compliance requirements and short filing deadlines.

Through this partnership, UBS clients can now take advantage of WOTC with a streamlined, fully managed solution:

• Proven ROI: Typical credits range from $1,200–$2,400 per employee, with high-value hires reaching up to $9,600.
• Zero upfront cost: Fees are contingent solely on tax credits successfully captured.
• Compliance confidence: VerifyToday manages certifications, deadlines, and audit defense, ensuring employers maximize eligible credits without added administrative burden.
• Clear visibility: Clients gain access to detailed reporting and real-time dashboards.

“Our goal at UBS has always been to help clients reduce risk and drive value through smarter hiring,” said Aaron Charbonnet, CRO of UBS. “By adding WOTC to our suite of solutions, we’re not only helping companies make great hiring decisions — we’re helping them unlock significant tax savings on the hires they’re already making.”

“The Work Opportunity Tax Credit program is one of the most underutilized benefits available to employers,” said Travis Knotts, CRO of VerifyToday. “Partnering with UBS allows us to bring our expertise in compliance and tax credit processing to a broader audience, ensuring that businesses capture every eligible dollar while reducing their HR burden.”

The WOTC program requires employers to screen new hires on or before their start date and submit IRS Form 8850 to their State Workforce Agency within 28 days. VerifyToday’s platform and compliance team simplify this process for UBS clients, minimizing risk and maximizing credits.

About Universal Background Screening

Universal Background Screening (UBS) is a trusted provider of comprehensive background screening services for employers nationwide. UBS helps organizations reduce risk, improve hiring decisions, and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.

About VerifyToday

VerifyToday is a leader in tax credit and verification services, providing employers with turnkey solutions to capture WOTC and other employment-based credits. With proven expertise in compliance, certifications, and audit defense, VerifyToday ensures employers maximize benefits with minimal effort.

To learn more about how UBS can help your organization unlock WOTC savings, you can download this WOTC checklist to self-assess your eligibility.

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“By adding WOTC to our suite of solutions, we’re not only helping companies make great hiring decisions — we’re helping them unlock significant tax savings on the hires they’re already making.”