I have set up direct deposit for my employee, is the first payroll direct deposited or do I need to do a check ?

If the setup and the test transaction were verified, then your employee can expect their pay through direct deposit, @troutfmly-comcas.

After the initial and employees direct deposit setup, you need to verify a test transaction. A small debit of less than $1.00 will be taken from your account as a test. It only takes 2-3 business days to be verified.

If these processes were already performed, you can create or run your first payroll through in QuickBooks through direct deposit. This will surely be deposited into your employee's bank accounts.

You’ll have to make sure you send or approve the transaction by at least 5 pm PST or two banking days before the pay date. If you don't, there may be additional charges or transaction may not be processed. You can check this direct deposit agreement to learn more about the service and your responsibilities.

You might want to read these resources for more information about setting up direct deposit:

• How to set up payroll direct deposit
• Set up an employee for direct deposit

To process your first payroll in QuickBooks Online, let me break down the steps for you. Here’s how:

1. Go to the Payroll menu, then Employees.
2. Click Run payroll.
3. Choose a pay schedule, then Continue.
4. Select the employees you want to pay.
5. Make sure the payment method is set to Direct Deposit.
6. Enter their worked hours and other needed details.
7. Click Preview Payroll.
8. When you're ready, select Submit payroll.

In case you want to print your paycheck, you can refer to the link for detailed instructions.

If you have other payroll concerns, just visit me here. I’ll take care of them for you. Have a great day.