How do I perform year-end payroll processing?
Performing year-end payroll processing correctly is essential for closing the books on the current year and preparing for the new year's payroll requirements.
- Review all payroll records for accuracy, ensuring that all employee information and payroll transactions are up to date and correct.
- Process any adjustments needed for bonuses, corrections, or other year-end adjustments.
- Generate year-end payroll reports, including W-2s for employees and other necessary tax documents.
- Distribute these documents to employees and file any necessary reports with government agencies before the deadlines.
- Update payroll settings for the coming year, including any changes to tax rates, benefit contributions, or salary adjustments.