Audience
CheckMark Payroll Software is designed for small and medium-sized businesses, small business owners, accountants, bookkeepers, payroll administrators, and accounting firms that need a simple, affordable desktop solution for managing employee payroll, calculating wages and taxes, processing deductions, and generating payroll reports and tax forms. It is particularly suitable for organizations that prefer desktop-based payroll processing for their US payroll and tax reporting requirements.
About CheckMark Payroll
CheckMark Payroll Software is an affordable, easy-to-use desktop payroll solution for small businesses, accountants, and payroll professionals. Available for Windows and Mac, it simplifies payroll processing with automated pay calculations for hourly and salaried employees, overtime, bonuses, and commissions. It supports unlimited employees and payroll runs, multiple pay schedules, customizable income and deduction categories, and paid time off (PTO) tracking. Users can print MICR-encoded checks, generate ACH direct deposit files for submission to their bank, and prepare or electronically file W-2 and W-3 forms. The software also supports federal payroll tax reporting, including Forms 940, 941, 943, and 944. With more than 40 payroll reports, department and job cost tracking, and integration with popular accounting applications, CheckMark helps streamline payroll administration and recordkeeping. US-based technical support is available by phone, email, and live chat.
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Pricing
Starting Price:
599/year
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Free Trial:
Free Trial available.
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Company Information
CheckMark
Founded: 1984
United States
www.checkmark.com/payroll-software/desktop
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Product Details
Platforms Supported
Windows
Mac
Training
Documentation
Live Online
Support
Phone Support
Online
CheckMark Payroll Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does CheckMark Payroll work with?
CheckMark Payroll works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does CheckMark Payroll support in their product?
CheckMark Payroll supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does CheckMark Payroll offer?
CheckMark Payroll offers support via phone support and online.
Q: What other applications or services does CheckMark Payroll integrate with?
CheckMark Payroll integrates with: Virtual TimeClock.
Q: What type of training does CheckMark Payroll provide?
CheckMark Payroll provides training in the form of documentation and live online.
Q: Does CheckMark Payroll offer a free trial?
Yes, CheckMark Payroll offers a free trial.
Q: How much does CheckMark Payroll cost?
Pricing for CheckMark Payroll starts at 599/year.
Q: What pricing for support is available for CheckMark Payroll?
CheckMark Payroll offers support included with purchase.
CheckMark Payroll Product Features
Payroll
401(k) Tracking
Supported
Attendance Management
Supported
Benefits Management
Supported
Check Printing
Supported
Compensation Management
Supported
Deductions Management
Supported
Direct Deposit
Supported
Multi-State
Supported
Reporting/Analytics
Supported
Tax Compliance
Supported
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Supported
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Supported
Wage Garnishment
Supported
Multi-Country
Not Supported
Self Service Portal
Not Supported
