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:
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Go to Payroll > Pay runs
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Locate the pay run row
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Click Set new pay date
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Select a new date and click Save
The system will adjust the:
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Pay date
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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:
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The payment method will automatically switch to manual
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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.