I forgot to run payroll? what do I do?

You can still proceed with processing payroll for your employees, jancfinch42. Allow me to assist you with the steps to ensure timely payments for your employees in QuickBooks.

Since you missed the processing date, but the pay date is still upcoming (May 1), you can still run the payroll in QuickBooks Online and ensure your employees receive their payments on time. Here’s how you can quickly address this in QuickBooks Online:

1. Go to Payroll, then select Employees.
2. Click Run Payroll.
   
3. If applicable, select your desired payroll schedule, then Continue.
4. Select or review the Pay period and Pay date.
5. Choose the employees you'd like to pay.
6. Review and enter employee hours.
7. Click Preview payroll.
8. Select or review the QuickBooks Bank account to track your payroll.
9. Choose Preview payroll details or Submit payroll.
10. Click Close.

Afterward, you can inform your employees about the possibility of payment delays. Being transparent aids in building trust. For additional information on processing payroll, refer to this link: Create and run your payroll.

Furthermore, to enhance your QuickBooks Payroll experience, think about collaborating with our Explore QuickBooks Payroll team. These specialists can help streamline your payroll tasks and provide tailored advice based on your unique business needs.

Additionally, I'll be sharing this link that will guide you in running payroll automatically to save time with QuickBooks Online Payroll: Set up and manage your Auto Payroll.

If you have further questions about payroll or any other QuickBooks-related inquiries, the Community Team is available to assist you. Wishing you a smooth payroll process!