How can I change the pay period on a payroll check?

I can help you manage and modify the pay period on your payroll checks, Mike.

In QuickBooks Payroll, incorrect pay periods may appear on paychecks due to errors in payroll schedule, unscheduled payroll runs, or incorrect dates during paycheck creation. To help you modify them in your file, refer to these steps:

1. Go to Payroll, and click on Employees.
2. Choose an employee. Then, select Start or Edit from the Employment details.
3. Under the Pay Schedule ▼ dropdown, select the pay schedule for the employee moving forward. Or, to create a new pay schedule, click + Add pay schedule.
4. Fill out the appropriate fields. Then tap Save.
5. Once done, review all information and hit Save.

If you want to edit the pay period, you must select or enter the correct pay period ending.

I've included this article that may come in handy in the future to help you pay and file your state and local taxes: Pay and file payroll taxes and forms in QuickBooks Online Payroll.

This thread is always available for any additional queries you may have when managing payroll checks in your account. Feel free to reply to this post, and I'll make sure to get you covered. Keep safe and have a great day ahead!