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How to Run Direct Deposit in Sage 50

Among countless companies, running payroll is the most critical accounting function they perform. It's also one of the most complex and regulated processes, where errors can be expensive and problematic. Thankfully, the comprehensive payroll module simplifies this duty, guiding you through the required stages to ensure your employees are paid correctly and promptly while keeping within regulations. This in-depth guide will walk you through the complete workflow of running paychecks in Sage technical problem solver 50, from early preparation to printing checks and submitting returns.

The Foundation: Initial Configuration

Prior to running your initial payroll, it is absolutely essential that your Sage 50 setup is set up accurately. Rushing this phase will lead to persistent errors and reporting nightmares. Essential configuration steps include:

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• Setting Up Employees: Each employee needs a detailed profile in the Employees > Employee List section. This includes their personal information, W-4 information, salary details, and bank account info (if applicable).
  
• Configuring Payroll Items: Ensure all compensation elements (e.g., Regular Pay, Bonus) and deductions (e.g., Health Insurance, Union Dues) are correctly defined in the deductions menu.
  
• Entering Tax Information: Sage 50 requires your company's federal and state tax IDs and withholding percentages accurately entered. This is often managed during the setup wizard.
  
• Installing Payroll Updates: Rates are updated regularly. You must install the latest payroll tax updates via Help > Update Service to guarantee correct withholdings.
  

The Step-by-Step Payroll Processing Procedure

Once your setup is complete, you can process payroll on a regular basis. Follow this ordered process:

Step 1: Navigate to the Payroll Center

From the main menu, go to Tasks > Payroll > Process Payroll. This will open the central payroll processing window.

Step 2: Choose the Payroll Date and Period

The system will ask you to select the pay period end date and the pay frequency (e.g., Weekly, Semi-monthly). Ensure these dates are correct, as they determine tax calculations and reporting periods.

Step 3: Input Time Data and Additional Pay

You will now see a spreadsheet of your staff. For each employee:

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• Enter the number of hours worked in the appropriate column (e.g., Regular).
  
• If an employee has a fixed salary, the amount may already be populated.
  
• Add any one-time payments like commissions, reimbursements, or sick pay.
  
• The system will instantly figure total earnings, all deductions, and take-home pay in live.
  

Step 4: Review and Edit Paycheck Details

Carefully review the final numbers for each employee. You can click on any paycheck line to view and edit the detailed breakdown of taxes and deductions. This is the final opportunity to find any mistakes before finalizing the payroll.

Step 5: Complete the Payroll Run

Once you are confident all is accurate, click the Create Paychecks or Submit button (the text can differ based on your edition). Sage 50 will then:

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• Record the payroll to the accounting books.
  
• Modify employee YTD totals.
  
• Create payment records or initiate ACH transfers.
  

Post-Payroll Tasks

Your responsibility doesn't end after payroll is run. A number of critical tasks remain:

1. Issuing Payments and Advice

If you are printing physical checks, go to Tasks > Payroll > Print Paychecks. Load your specialized checks into the printer and follow the prompts. Remember to also print pay stubs for your employees.

2. Processing Direct Deposit

If you use direct deposit, you will need to generate an ACH file from within Sage 50. This file is then sent to your financial institution to process the payments. The exact location is typically Tasks > Payroll > Create Direct Deposit File.

3. Remitting Withholdings

The money you deduct from employee paychecks (e.g., FICA, state income tax) are not your money; they are debts that need to be sent to the various tax authorities. Sage 50 monitors these totals for you. When it's time to pay, use Tasks > Payroll > Pay Payroll Liabilities to record the payments or EFTPS payments.

4. Submitting Quarterly Forms

Every three months and yearly, you must file forms like Form 941 and 1099-NECs. Sage 50 can prepare and often e-file these forms for you. Navigate to Tasks > Payroll > Process Payroll Forms to begin this process.

Frequent Issues and Resolutions

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• Incorrect Tax Calculations: Almost always caused by expired tax rates. Solution: Install the latest payroll update.
  
• Unable to Void a Paycheck: You cannot void a paycheck once it's part of a closed period. Solution: You must typically reverse it with adjusting entry.
  
• Missing Payroll Item: When you have a new earning type. Solution: Add it to the Payroll Item List before processing payroll.
  

Conclusion: Mastering Payroll

While it may seem daunting at first, running payroll in Sage 50 Premium is a highly structured process that gets easier with regular use. By carefully configuring your employees and items, staying current with tax updates, and following the steps detailed here, you can manage employee compensation with assurance and precision. Remember, payroll is a function where accuracy is non-negotiable; leveraging the tools within Sage 50 is your best strategy for staying within the rules, maintaining employee trust, and safeguarding your company from costly penalties.