Step 5: Open the pay run

Step by step guide to running a payroll

To run payroll, the period being paid must be opened. To open a payroll period:

  1. Go to Payroll.

  2. If using more than one pay schedule, select the tab for the required schedule or frequency.

    Select the tab for the required pay schedule or frequency.

  3. Check the period set is correct. If not, the previous period needs to be finalised.

    The pay period shown on the payroll screen.

Step 6: Check HMRC notices.