Processing Payroll: Steps for Accuracy and Compliance

To ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for all employees. This SOP applies to payroll staff responsible for processing employee salaries.

Human Resources - Human Resources Management
Human Resources - Payroll/Compensation
Legal & Compliance - Legal/Regulatory Support
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Processing Payroll: Steps for Accuracy and Compliance

  • Verify Timesheets
    • Collect approved timesheets from
      supervisors by [Submission Deadline].
    • Cross-check timesheet data
    • Resolve any flagged issues
      with supervisors or employees.
  • Calculate Payroll
    • Log in to [Payroll
      System Name].
    • Enter verified data
    • Review payroll calculations for
      accuracy.
  • Disburse Payments
    • Generate payroll summaries
      • Share them with [Finance
        Manager/HR] for final approval.
    • Disburse salaries by [Payday
      Deadline] via direct deposit
      or checks.
    • File required tax documents
      (e.g., W-2s, 1099s) as
      needed.

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