Create Off-Cycle Payrolls

Last updated: April 16, 2026

This article will guide you through the process of creating off-cycle payrolls in Every. Off-cycle payrolls are used for various reasons, such as bonuses, terminations, or other one-time payments.

Creating a Regular Off-Cycle Payroll

  1. Navigate to the Payroll Tab: Go to the "Payroll" tab in your dashboard.

  2. Select "Off-Cycle": Click on the "Off-Cycle" option by clicking on the Create New Button in the top Right hand corner.

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  1. Provide Details:

  • Pay Run Name: Give a name to your off-cycle payroll.

  • Pay Date: Select the desired pay date.

  • Tax Options: Choose the appropriate benefit deductions/contributions and garnishments option, typically "Yes, omit standard benefit and garnishments."

  1. Add Employees and Amounts:

  • Click "Add" to add employees to the off-cycle payroll.

Enter the amount to be paid to each employee.

  1. Preview and Submit:

  • Click "Preview Payroll" to review the payroll details, including taxes and net pay.

  • Once you're satisfied, click "Submit Payroll" to finalize the off-cycle payroll.

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Creating a Bonus Off-Cycle Payroll

  1. Navigate to the Payroll Tab: Go to the "Payroll" tab in your dashboard.

  2. Select "Bonus": Click on the "Bonus" option.

  3. Provide Details:

    • Pay Run Name: Give a name to your bonus off-cycle payroll, such as "John Doe Signing Bonus."

    • Pay Date: Select the desired pay date for the bonus. The system will suggest the next available pay date.

    • Tax Options: Choose between "22% Supplemental Tax Wage" and "Regular W-4 Tax Rate."

    • This is the only difference between regular offcycle and the bonus offcycle.

  4. Add Employees and Bonus Amounts:

    • Click "Add" to add employees to the bonus payroll.

    • Enter the bonus amount for each employee.

  5. Preview and Submit:

    • Click "Preview Payroll" to review the payroll details, including taxes and net pay.

    • Once you're satisfied, click "Submit Payroll" to finalize the off-cycle payroll.

Creating a Termination Payroll

  1. Terminate the Employee:

    • Go to the employee's profile and click "Make Changes."

    • Select "Terminate" and provide the last day of employment.

    • Choose the option to create an off-cycle payroll for the final paycheck.

  2. Review and Submit:

    • Review the termination payroll details, including pro-rated amounts and taxes.

    • Click "Preview Payroll" and then "Submit Payroll" to finalize the termination payroll.

Important Note:

  • Before creating an off-cycle payroll, ensure that a regular payroll run has been completed.