How do I add a one-time deduction or contribution to employees in Zenefits Payroll?

Here's how to add one-time deductions and contributions for benefits that Zenefits doesn't manage to employees in a Zenefits Payroll account. If it doesn't already exist, make sure to create the new deduction or contribution first.

Add One-time Deductions or Contributions

To add a one-time deduction or contribution to an employee's paystub in a particular run:

1. In the Payroll app, choose Pay Runs.
2. Click on the run's name you wish to add a one-time deduction or contribution to in the Drafts list.
3. Click on an employee's name to bring up their paystub for the run.
4. If adding a deduction:
   1. In the Deductions section of the paystub, click + Add New Deduction.
   2. Select the name of the deduction.
   3. Enter the per-period amount.
5. If adding a contribution:
   1. In the Employer Contributions section of the paystub, click + Add New Contribution.
   2. Select the name of the contribution.
   3. Enter the per-period amount.
6. Scroll down and click Save.
7. Repeat steps 3-6 as necessary for each employee.