This document provides a comprehensive checklist for Payroll Accounting Classification. The checklist is structured into distinct sections, each relevant to a specific process or task.
Setting Up Payroll
Identify the company's payroll schedule.
Determine employee classification.
Set up payroll tax accounts.
Define payment methods for employees.
Prepare for new hires and terminations.
Calculating Payroll
Calculate gross wages.
Subtract all necessary deductions.
Compute payroll taxes.
Verify all payroll calculations.
Record payroll expenses in the accounting system.
Processing Payroll
Process employee paychecks.
Distribute pay statements.
Ensure all employee data is updated.
Prepare direct deposit or checks as per payment method.
Store payroll documents safely.
Payroll Taxes
Prepare necessary payroll tax reports.
Submit payroll taxes to government agencies.
File annual W-2 forms with the Social Security Administration.