How to Run Payroll

To run payroll in QuickBooks Online, ensure your employee profiles, tax information, and pay rates are current before you begin. Follow these steps:

1. Select Employees or Payroll from the left navigation menu.
2. Click the Run Payroll button located at the top right of the screen.
3. Verify the Pay Period: Ensure the correct pay schedule (e.g., Weekly, Bi-weekly) is selected.
4. Review Employee Details: Confirm the hours worked, pay types (Regular, Overtime, Bonus), and sick or vacation time for each employee. You can enter hours manually or import them if supported by your setup.
5. Review Taxes and Pay: Check the federal and state tax calculations. Click to view the preview of the net pay for each employee.
6. Submit Payroll: After reviewing all details, click Submit Payroll.
7. Finish: Choose whether to print paychecks or pay employees via direct deposit. You can also email pay stubs at this stage.

Once processed, you can view and print the payroll details from the Payroll or Employees tab.