Solopreneur Payroll

Pay yourself WITH CONFIDENCE

Just paying yourself? Get it done in three taps — quickly and confidently.

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Reliable payroll.
Built for solopreneurs.

Set up in minutes. Run anytime.

Free onboarding gets you live fast. Payroll is ready when you are. Between meetings, between jobs, or after hours.

Taxes filed. Automatically.

Payroll taxes calculated, filed, and deposited for you.

Payroll in your pocket

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

Payroll for as little as $1 per day

Billed monthly. Cancel anytime.

Pay yourself like a pro

Payroll for one looks straightforward. It isn’t. Withholdings, taxes, forms, deadlines—they add up fast. And when you are the business, every detail lands on you.

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 are costly

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

You wear every hat

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

Built for Solopreneurs

You run your business. We power payroll.

Automated payroll, mobile access, and reminders — plus integrated 401(k) retirement plans and benefits support built for solo operators.

Once you’re set up, payroll runs as fast as you do. Click. Run. Done.

OUR CLIENTS SAY

“Starting payroll was absolutely seamless. The onboarding support and ease of use made this a wonderful decision for my business.”

Jordan T.

Founder, marketing agency

“I like knowing we can count on SurePayroll to take care of our payroll details. It means we can concentrate on our business, not payroll.”

Dave

Oakos Automotive

“SurePayroll has been key to our growth. Our success really comes down to the Reseller Program.”

Matt

CPA

Pay yourself in under a minute

Payroll should just work. So we make sure it does.

Unlimited, fast payroll runs

Run payroll as many times as you need. There’s no extra charge for off-cycle runs.

Free direct deposit & automatic payroll scheduling

Your team gets paid on time, every time. No manual runs required.

Reports and paystubs online 24/7

Every record your team needs is a click away.

+25

YEARS

Trusted by small business owners across the U.S.

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.