Missing a payroll approval deadline can disrupt your team’s payment schedule — but with quick action, you can minimize the impact. Here’s what to do if this happens.
Step 1: Contact Atto Support Immediately
Let us know as soon as possible. Timely communication helps us explore the fastest available solution.
Step 2: Review Your Options
Depending on the situation and how close you are to payday, here are the potential next steps:
1. Fund Payroll via Wire Transfer
If payday is approaching quickly, you may be able to send a wire transfer.
Deadline: Must be received by 5 PM ET on the day before payday for on-time processing.
2. Morning Next-Day Pay (Premium Option)
Some providers offer the ability to approve payroll by 8 PM ET, with direct deposits hitting employee accounts by 8:30 AM local time the following business day.
📌 Note: Reach out to Atto Support to check if this option is available for your account.
3. Manual Payments
If you can’t process payroll in time, you may issue manual payments directly to employees (via check, Venmo, cash, etc.).
Make sure to notify Atto so we can properly track taxes, garnishments, and compliance.
Additional Considerations
Additional Fees: Expedited options like next-day pay or wire transfers may come with extra charges.
Future Planning: Set reminders or recurring tasks to help ensure payroll approvals happen on time going forward.
Keep Employees Informed: Let your team know about any delays and your plan to resolve them. Clear communication helps maintain trust.
Need more help?
Just message us via in-app chat or reach out to our team — we’ve got you.