Steps for Typical Payroll Cycle

The following list outlines the Payroll cycle as it is typically performed in Spectrum.

Typical Payroll Cycle

  • Clear the previous payroll cycle and set the current cycle.

  • Import text file pre-time cards.

  • Transfer pre-time card entries to the current cycle.

  • Enter time cards.

  • Print and review the time card edit list. Make corrections as necessary, and reprint the listing.

  • Calculate the checks.

  • Print and review the calculation reports (State Wage & Tax Listing and the Pre-Check Registers).

  • Make check adjustments and corrections as necessary, and reprint the calculation reports.

  • Print checks.

  • Print and review the Pay Cycle Reports.

  • Prepare the auto deposit diskette, if applicable.

  • Update the pay cycle.

  • Print the Certified Payroll Report, if needed.