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      Using Checks with Embedded Payroll

      Utilizing GoCo's Embedded Payroll and need to issue a paper check?

      Depending on the status of your employee, the success of their last payment attempt, and other needs, you might need to pay an employee via a Check.

      Changing Payment Method:

      • If your company supports a payment method of paper check, your employees can toggle between direct deposit and paper check directly in their profile. 
      • If you need to change a payment method during a payroll run, you can do so by selecting the kabob and toggling to paper check. A check icon will appear when the payment method is set to check.

      Paying your Employee:

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      • I have check stock and want to print from GoCo:
        • Once payroll is submitted, you will see an link on the confirmation page to print checks. If you need the check on the top vs the bottom, let us know and we can adjust the setting for you.
      • I want to use my own checks:
        • Great! We recommend clicking the "Print Check" link on the payroll confirmation screen to grab the net pay amount.
        • From there, you can issue your own check - just make sure you notate the check # for accounting purposes!
      • I am going to pay my employee in another way:
        • No problem at all. We know some companies might issue an ACH in-house, or even Zelle payments to staff. Just make sure you notate the date and type of transaction so you can balance your books later.
        • Need the payment amount for transfer? Click the print check link on the payroll confirmation screen.

      What to Expect:

      • Paying your employee via a check will still debit your company ACH account for employee and employer taxes (unless you are paying out a reimbursement).
        • We will not debit your company account for the net pay amount. You can expect that to pull from your company bank account once the check is processed by the employee.
      • A paystub will be generated automatically in the employees profile, where they can reference pay amount and other details.
      • We still require a 2-day payment window for paper checks. That said, we also understand you might need to issue a payroll same-day depending on termination laws and circumstances. If this happens, send us a quick email.

       

      Please email help@goco.io with any other questions!