To create a paycheck

If you haven't set up your employee records yet, see Before you begin writing paychecks.

The Pay Employees window should be displayed. (To find the Pay Employees window)

1. Use the Account list at the top of that will be used to pay the check.(Identifying where the money for the paycheck will be drawn from)
2. Choose the employee being paid. A paycheck will be created automatically, based on the payroll selections you've made for the employee. (Entering the employee's name)
3. Review the default entries, including wages. Make any needed changes. (Reviewing the paycheck)
4. If any of the wages should be allocated to a job, enter a job number next to that wage. (To allocate line items to jobs and To allocate wages to multiple jobs)
5. Distribute sick and vacation pay or other types of wages, if necessary. (To distribute vacation and sick pay and Distributing other types of wages)
6. Click Print if you want a printed check, or Record if you don't need a printed check at this time. If you like, you can print the check later using the Print Paychecks window. (Printing paychecks)

You can also store the paycheck as a recurring transaction. (To create a recurring template)