can i pay one employee two different payrates in the same paycheck

Hi, Macsme. Yes, you can pay an employee two different pay rates in the same paycheck in QuickBooks Online (QBO) Payroll. You can set it up by editing the Pay types from the Employee List. I'll show you how.

Follow these steps to add a different payrate to your employee's paycheck:

1. Navigate to Payroll, then select Employees. 
2. Select your employee.
3. From Pay types, click Edit.
4. Select + Another hourly rate.
5. Type in the Pay type name you prefer. Then enter the Rate per hour.
6. You're allowed to repeat steps 4-5 if you need more pay items.
7. Once finished, click Save.

Also, here's a useful article you can use as future reference if you need to set up an overtime item: Add overtime pay to an employee.

Moreover, you can Explore QuickBooks Payroll to help you streamline your payroll process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. From setting up employee information to preparing tax forms, our experts cover everything you need to know to optimize your payroll management.

I'll be keeping the thread active if you have more questions with employee pay rates. The Community is here to assist so please feel welcome to reply anytime.