Run an Extra Payroll

What is an extra payroll?

An extra payroll is used to pay employees outside of your regular payroll schedule without interrupting your regular schedule.

When should I use an extra payroll vs an additional check?

Additional Check	Extra Payroll
Add an extra check to your existing payroll or if you need to change tax frequency for a specific check	Running a separate payroll outside of your regular payroll schedule
Examples: Paying a contractor for 2 different jobs – one is on main payroll and the other is an additional check Reimbursement payments Net check Paying a bonus, but it has a different tax frequency How do I add additional checks?	Examples: Paying an employee’s last paycheck End of year bonuses Health insurance compensation 401(k) payment End of year business owner’s paycheck

Starting an Extra Payroll

• From the Dashboard, click the "Run an extra payroll" tile.
• Select the pay period start date and end date. These are pre-populated to help guide you.
• Select the check date when your employees should receive the funds.
• We recommend selecting a date BEFORE your next regularly scheduled check date. Selecting a date after your regular check date can throw off your payroll schedule.
• Select which deductions, if any, should be applied.
• Click “Save”.

Payroll Entry – Extra Payroll Setup

• Review your employee(s) information to make sure it’s correct.
• Click “Preview Payroll” and complete payroll as normal.