From automating tax filings to helping you attract top talent, QuickBooks Workforce handles the heavy lifting so you can focus on running your business.
Automatically files Federal and State payroll taxes including year-end forms. Certain tiers also handle local payroll tax obligations — no manual filing needed.
→ Local payroll tax setupStay current with labor law changes and build a custom employee handbook to document company policies, procedures, and culture.
→ Compliance resourcesAttract and retain top talent by offering health benefits (medical, dental & vision) and 401(k) retirement plans directly through QuickBooks Workforce — no separate benefits platform needed.
→ Explore health benefits → Explore 401(k) via VestwellLabor is often your biggest cost. QB Time is included with Workforce Premium & Elite — track employee hours accurately and sync directly with payroll runs.
→ QB Time resources| Feature | Workforce Payroll | Workforce Premium ⭐ | Workforce Elite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fast unlimited payroll runs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Calculate paychecks & taxes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Payroll reports | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| State new-hire reporting | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Health benefits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Workers' comp administration | $5 admin fee/mo | Admin fee included | Admin fee included |
| Background checks (Checkr) | Add-on fee applies | Add-on fee applies | Add-on fee applies |
| Mobile time tracking | — | Track time & location | Track project hours & labor expenses |
| Payroll setup & onboarding | Self-serve | Expert review | Expert setup |
| HR support | — | HR Support Center | HR Advisor |
| Recruiting & applicant tracking New | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Automated onboarding New | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| HR workflows New | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Performance management New | — | — | ✓ Included |
| Filing guarantee | Intuit Guarantee | Intuit Guarantee | Intuit Guarantee + tax penalty protection |
* Tier features subject to change. Verify current plan details at quickbooks.intuit.com/payroll. See also What's New: HCM Features.