What should I do if I missed the payroll deadline?

If payroll wasn’t approved before the 4:30 PM EST deadline, there are two options depending on your timing and pay run status.


Option 1: Change the pay date

If the payroll hasn’t been finalized, you’ll see a prompt to update the pay date. This allows you to continue using direct deposit.

To change the pay date:

  1. Go to Payroll > Pay runs

  2. Locate the pay run row

  3. Click Set new pay date

  4. Select a new date and click Save

The system will adjust the:

  • Pay date

  • Approval deadline (3-4 business days before the new date)


Option 2: Issue manual payments

If it’s too late to change the pay date:

  • The payment method will automatically switch to manual

  • You’ll need to issue employee payments by cheque or EFT outside of the system


To avoid last-minute issues, plan to approve payroll well before the deadline, especially around holidays or weekends.