How do i prepare my fist paycheck for a contractor

Hi there, lashoutloud-kerr.

I'd be glad to help you create your first payroll in QuickBooks Online. Can you also tell us if the contractor is added as an employee or as a vendor? 

If the worker is set up as an employee, follow these steps on how to create a paycheck in QBO:

1. Go to the  Payroll menu, then select Employees.
2. Click Run Payroll.
3. If you have more than one payroll schedule, select the schedule, then Continue. Then, select or review the bank account, pay period,and pay date.
4. Select the employees that you'd like to pay.
5. Enter hours, compensation, memos, or any other necessary paycheck information.
6. Click Preview payroll, then select Preview payroll details or Submit payroll.
7. Select Finish Payroll.

Here's an article about this process for more details: How Do I Create a Paycheck for an Employee?.

If you've set them up as a contractor, you can either create a check or pay a bill. Check out these articles as your guide: 

• Create and Record Checks in QuickBooks Online
• Pay a Contractor with Direct Deposit

I'd also like to give you these additional articles for more guidance and reference:

• What's the Difference Between Employees and Independent Contractors?
• Run Payroll Reports

Please know that you can always reach out to us again if you have other questions. I'll jump right back to help you again.   

Hi lashoutloud-kerr,

Hope you’re doing great. I wanted to see how everything is going about paying the contractor for the firs time. Was it resolved? Do you need any additional help or clarification? If you do, just let me know. I’d be happy to help you at anytime.

Looking forward to your reply. Have a pleasant day ahead!