Payroll Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated — Here’s How to Do IYourself (With Our Help)

Yes, You Can Do Payroll Yourself

Running payroll sounds intimidating—especially when deductions, remittances, and government deadlines are involved. But here’s the truth:

Most small business owners in Quebec and Ontario can do payroll themselves—with the right tools and guidance.

At Fractional Accounting, we don’t just “run payroll” for you. We walk you through the process step-by-step so you can take control, save money, and understand what’s happening behind the scenes.

Why Learning Payroll Matters

Hiring a payroll provider to do everything might seem easier. But most services charge $50–$100/month and still leave you in the dark about:

• What gets deducted from each paycheque
• How to handle bonuses or vacation pay
• Whether you’re staying compliant with both CRA and Revenu Québec

We flip the script by showing you how to:

• Choose the right payroll software (based on your accounting platform and needs)
• Set up your payroll accounts with CRA and Revenu Québec
• Calculate federal and provincial deductions (EI, CPP, QPP, etc.)
• Submit your remittances accurately and on time

Whether you’re a contractor in Laval or a startup founder in Toronto, we’ll help you get it right.

How to Pick the Right Payroll Software

There’s no one-size-fits-all. That’s why we help clients choose from options like:

• Wagepoint: Great for startups with a few employees
• QuickBooks Payroll: Best if you already use QuickBooks
• Nethris: Quebec-based, ideal for local compliance

We match you with the platform that works for your workflow, and we train you on how to use it.

What About Source Deductions?

Here’s a simple breakdown of what gets withheld from most paycheques:

• Federal income tax
• Canada Pension Plan (CPP) or Quebec Pension Plan (QPP)
• Employment Insurance (EI)
• Quebec Parental Insurance Plan (QPIP), if applicable

We’ll show you how to set these up in your payroll system and make your monthly or quarterly remittances.

Support When You Need It—Not Forever

Some clients run payroll independently after just one session with us. Others want us to double-check their first few cycles. Either way, we’re not here to make you dependent—we’re here to get you confident.

Our goal is to make sure you never have to rely on someone else to pay your own team.

Own Your Payroll, Empower Your Business

Your team depends on you to get payroll right. That doesn’t mean you have to outsource it completely. With Fractional Accounting, you’ll learn how to do it yourself—accurately, efficiently, and with full support behind you.

Need help choosing payroll software or setting up deductions?

📅 Book a free consultation or 📨 contact us here.