Year End 2026
Get Ready for Year-End 2026.
Year-end shouldn’t be a stressful time for you and your team. We’ve prepared the resources and information you need to close out the year with confidence.
Reminder: W-2 information will process immediately after your last scheduled check date in 2026.
2026-27 Key Dates and Resources
November 26:
Paycor is closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. See processing schedule.
December 1:
Deadline to opt-in to paperless Form W-2
December 4:
Deadline to alert Paycor to hold books open until 12/31/26
December 25:
Paycor is closed for Christmas. See processing schedule.
December 29:
Deadline to process final payroll check of the year
January 1:
Paycor is closed for New Year’s Day. See processing schedule.
January 20:
Deadline to submit California ACA/1095C forms
February 19:
Deadline to submit non-California ACA/1095C forms
Year-End Readiness
Run W2 Preview Report
Run this report as early as possible to catch errors and prevent W2Cs.
Review Tax Checklist
Complete this End-of-Year Tax Checklist to make sure you haven’t missed anything.
ACA Filing 101
Everything you need to know about ACA and reporting.
Technical Account Manager Consulting Services
Looking for additional guidance? Our TAMs offer a variety of consulting opportunities to help you achieve your business needs. New to Paycor? Schedule a complimentary one-hour session to walk through Year-End step by step.
Year-End Training
Check out helpful videos in Paycor Knowledge for all things year end!
Third-Party Sick Pay Set-Up
Reference this article to follow steps for Third-Party Sick Pay set-up.
End-of-Year Pay Run Dates
Refer to this chart for dates to process payroll based on Paycor holiday closures.
Stay Up to Date on Miscellaneous Fees
Visit this page to access year-end fee and other miscellaneous fees.
CPA Resources
Get Reporting Access for Mutual Clients
Request access to client reports by filling out this form.
We’re Here to Help
For any questions, please contact our Support team at 855-565-3285. Should you need additional assistance or reporting access for a specific client, you can reach us at [email protected].
Have Questions about Year-End?
Download our CPA Year-End Kit to learn about important dates and deadlines as well as detailed instructions to help you out with year-end.
Level Up for 2027: Tools to Win the Year
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Start 2027 with a smarter hiring strategy. Automated WOTC screening helps identify eligible tax credits worth up to $9,600 per hire, with minimal effort from your team.
Plan Now. Hire Faster Next Year.
The best hiring seasons start with the right processes. Add AssureHire background checks to Paycor Recruiting or Onboarding and be ready to recruit top talent from day one.
Personalized HR Support, Real Results
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Give Employees More with Paycor Perks
From everyday savings to financial wellness and lifestyle services, Paycor Perks offers resources designed to help employees get more from their benefits package. And there’s no additional cost to you.
Stop Scheduling. Start Hiring.
Eliminate the back-and-forth of interview coordination. Cronofy automates scheduling so recruiters and hiring managers can focus on finding the right talent for 2027.
Support Employees Through Life’s Biggest Moments
Give your workforce a more compassionate leave experience in 2027. Tilt helps simplify leave management while providing personalized guidance for employees every step of the way.
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