Do I need to run payroll by December 31 or sooner?

Rory said:

Nico said:
When you say ‘run payroll,’ do you mean writing yourself a check or using a payroll service?

I’m planning to use a service like Gusto.

Then don’t wait until the last day. Do it at least a week before year-end.

@Nico
I was going to, but I’m unsure how much to run payroll for if I don’t know the exact profit yet.

Rory said:
@Nico
I was going to, but I’m unsure how much to run payroll for if I don’t know the exact profit yet.

It’s based on how much you’ve already taken from the business. If you’re unsure, run payroll for the total you’ve withdrawn so far.

@Nico
Got it. Thanks for clarifying!

Why do you even have an S-Corp? It might be better to dissolve it.

You could try after-the-fact payroll. As long as everything is filed and paid by January, it should be fine.

Blake said:
You could try after-the-fact payroll. As long as everything is filed and paid by January, it should be fine.

I’ve already been making estimated payments. This payroll is just to keep things organized.