September often feels like a fresh start.
But for HR and payroll managers, it can also be one of the most stressful months of the year.
👉 Between summer vacation adjustments, bonus payouts, holidays, and scheduling changes, September payroll is full of risks.
And payroll errors are expensive:
💸 They break employee trust
💸 They create legal compliance risks
💸 They can even trigger unwanted resignations
⚠️ The 4 Most Common Payroll Mistakes in September
1️⃣ Mismanaging vacation pay balances
Forgetting to adjust unused vacation days or miscalculating vacation pay leads to frustration and disputes.
💡 Tip: Use automated tracking tools and double-check with an external partner.
2️⃣ Overlooking holidays or overtime adjustments
September often comes with schedule shifts. One missed holiday or overtime calculation = incorrect pay.
💡 Solution: Make sure your payroll system is correctly configured with your labor agreements.
3️⃣ Poor communication with managers
Unapproved time off or late absence reports = payroll errors.
💡 Fix: Establish a clear workflow between managers and HR/payroll.
4️⃣ Overloading internal payroll teams
Too much stress = mistakes.
💡 Solution: Outsource payroll or set up an external review to keep things accurate and stress-free.
Payroll isn’t just numbers. It’s a matter of trust, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
👉 At Axxel HR, we help Canadian businesses secure their payroll with:
✔️ Tailored payroll support
✔️ Legal & compliance expertise
✔️ Outsourced services that free up your team
📩 Want to avoid September payroll headaches?
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