Tips before closing payroll for Q1 of 2025

  • Print Quarterly Reports

    • Print quarterly reports in ETR for verification before closing the quarter

    • Final reports can be printed after closing, but check changes cannot be made

  • Verify Totals

    • Once the quarter is closed, Q1 paycheck adjustments cannot be made

    • Use the following reports for verification

      • PR, Employees, Employee Total Verification: Lists employees with unmatched totals

      • PR, Employees, Employee Master List: Displays QTD and YTD totals with a report total on the last page

      • PR, Reports, Company Totals Report: Shows QTD and YTD company totals

      • PR, Utilities, Print Payroll Verification Report: Compares company totals to employee totals and identifies inconsistencies

      • PR, Reports, Tax Deposits Register: Use this report to re-enter tax deposits if figures changed in the Company Totals window

  • Check Deduction Taxable Status

    • If a deduction's taxable status is incorrect, create a new deduction and adjust checks accordingly

  • Confirm SUI Rate

    • Ensure the SUI rate is updated for 2025

  • Backup Your Company

    • Always back up your company before closing the month, quarter, or year.