02/20/2026
Payroll might look fine on the surface, but Q1 is when most professionals look a little closer.
Here’s what payroll pros double-check early in the year:
✔ Tax setup and withholding accuracy
✔ Employee classifications
✔ PTO accrual rules and balances
✔ Payroll schedules and timing
Catching small issues now helps business owners stay ahead of problems before things get busy.