Hey there, @scottbrown.
Let me help you create a commission-only paycheck in QuickBooks Online (QBO) Payroll. This way, you can pay your employees based on their performance or completed task.
To start, let's set an employee's pay to commission only or add commission as an additional pay type. Here's how:
- Go to the Payroll menu and select Employees.
- Choose the employee's name and click the edit icon next to Pay.
- In the How much do you pay employee section, click the small arrow icon and choose Commission Only.
- Select Done.
Once done, follow the steps below to create a commission only paycheck:
- Click the Payroll menu, then select Employees.
- From the Run Payroll drop-down list, select Commission only.
- Select the edit ✎ icon next to Payroll Options and choose the following options:
- Use supplemental tax rates: You can use supplemental rates and the system will determine which rate is used based on the YTD of the last paycheck.
- Include retirement deductions if applicable: This will appear if an employee is set up for these.
- Add pay period: Option to add pay period will show once you select Apply.
- Click Apply and enter commission amount.
- Select Preview payroll, then Submit payroll.
- Click Finish payroll.
Additionally, you can also create commission as additional pay. This way, you can pay your employees a commission along with their regular pay. To do that, you need to add a commission pay type first. Just check out this article as your reference: How to set up and pay commission to an employee.
Moreover, you can run some payroll reports in QuickBooks. This way, you can get a closer look at your business's finances and view useful information about your business and employees.
Let me know if you need further assistance with this. I'm always around to provide answers and clarifications to your questions. Have a great day ahead and take care.
