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QuickBooks Online Payroll

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description QuickBooks Online Payroll Overview

While not a dedicated onboarding platform, QuickBooks Online Payroll is invaluable for its payroll and tax compliance features, which are critical parts of the onboarding process. For the smallest businesses where payroll accuracy is the single biggest risk, its integration with bookkeeping makes it a necessary, if limited, onboarding tool. It handles the 'getting paid' part flawlessly.

help QuickBooks Online Payroll FAQ

Does QuickBooks Online Payroll automatically file federal and state payroll taxes?

Yes, QuickBooks Online Payroll automates federal and state tax filings and payments across its Core, Premium, and Elite subscription tiers. Elite adds features like same-day direct deposit and a tax penalty protection guarantee, while Core covers basic automated tax filing.

Can I pay both W-2 employees and 1099 contractors through QuickBooks Online Payroll?

Yes, QuickBooks Online Payroll supports both W-2 employee and 1099 contractor payments within the same subscription. Each worker type is categorized separately so that year-end forms—W-2s and 1099-NECs—are generated correctly.

Does QuickBooks Online Payroll integrate with QuickBooks Time for tracking employee hours?

Yes, QuickBooks Time (formerly TSheets) integrates directly into QuickBooks Online Payroll so that approved timesheets flow automatically into each payroll run. This eliminates manual hour entry and is especially useful for businesses with hourly or shift workers.

Can new hires complete onboarding paperwork like I-9 and W-4 through QuickBooks Online Payroll?

Yes, QuickBooks Online Payroll includes employee self-onboarding where new hires electronically complete W-4, state withholding, and direct deposit forms through a secure portal. The system also stores I-9 verification details, though employers are still responsible for the physical document review step.

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