One Employee

Payroll services for one employee

Just need to pay yourself? Get it done in three taps—quickly, confidently, and without the admin headache.

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The no-stress payroll solution for S-corps and solo businesses

Simple and accessible 24/7

Easy setup, free onboarding, and payroll that’s ready when you are.

Hassle-free tax support

Get payroll taxes calculated automatically. (We can even file and deposit your payroll taxes.)

Payroll in your pocket

Run payroll in just three taps, right from your phone. You’re always in control, even on the go.

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Paying yourself correctly is important—but it’s not always easy

Running payroll can feel like leading HR at a Fortune 500. All the withholdings, taxes, forms, and deadlines add up fast. And when you are the business, you take all the risk—so getting payroll right is crucial.

Here’s what self-employed business owners are up against:

Every detail counts

Withholdings, tax forms, and filing deadlines all matter—even if you’re the only person on the payroll.

Errors can be costly

A single error could mean late fees, IRS letters, tax penalties, missed deductions, or valuable time lost.

You’re already busy

You’re the boss, the admin, and the production. You don’t have time to be the payroll department.

Our Solution

You run your business. We’ll help simplify payroll.

We offer automated payroll, reminders, mobile payroll access, as well as integrated 401(k) retirement plans and benefits support built for sole proprietors.

Once you’re set up, it’s as easy as texting. Click. Run. Done.

Here’s what you get with SurePayroll

Payroll should be stress-free. So we make sure it is.

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Real stories from real SurePayroll customers

“As a single-member S-corp, I needed a simple and affordable payroll solution that I could manage…I'm very happy with my SurePayroll services…401k integration was a breeze, too.”

Brian K.

SurePayroll Customer

“Very easy to use, which was the main factor for me. Payroll setup was quick, and the actual payroll run takes seconds.”

Julie

SurePayroll Customer

25+ years

Trusted by small business owners across the U.S.

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Make payroll easy for as little as $1 per day

Billed monthly. Cancel anytime.

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Create your account in 30 seconds

You can get started right now! Just answer a few quick questions to get the ball rolling.

Set up your business (we can help!)

Add your company, employee, bank, and tax information. (Need help? We’ve got your back. And onboarding support is always free.)

Run payroll for free on alternate months

During your first year with SurePayroll, every alternating month will be free. And since there’s no commitment, you can cancel anytime.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I really need to do payroll if it’s just me?

Yes—payroll creates verifiable income and streamlines tax withholdings. Depending on how you’ve set up your business, it may also help owners reduce self-employment tax.

Do I need a payroll company for one employee?

Yes—especially if you want to save time and avoid tax errors. Payroll companies can help simplify payroll for S-corps and one-employee businesses and scale with you as your business grows.

How much is payroll service for one employee?

Online payroll providers generally charge a base service fee plus a per-employee charge. With SurePayroll, you’ll pay $36/month for the Full Service plan—the base fee ($29) plus one employee ($7).

Can I use SurePayroll for one employee payroll?

Yes. SurePayroll can help you simplify complex tasks like calculating and paying federal, state, and local payroll taxes, freeing you to spend more time growing your business. Backed by industry leader Paychex—which pays 1 in 12 private sector employees—SurePayroll can provide you with payroll, benefits, and HR services. That means SurePayroll will be there as your business grows and as you need additional services.

What is the best payroll for one employee?

The best one-person payroll software is the one that best meets your needs. Automated payroll solutions offer scalability and adaptability, which can support growth without additional overhead. User-friendly interfaces can simplify the transition from a manual process for an owner-operator.

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Need more than payroll?

No HR department? No problem. Small businesses are our business—we’re here with services built for sole proprietors.

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401(K) retirement plans

Workers' Compensation

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You’re only a few taps away from getting rid of your payroll headache

Put your payroll on autopilot with us today (so you can get back to what you do best).