QuickBooks Desktop Payroll (Basic & Enhanced Payroll) Why do we still use excel and calculator to do payroll when we have an easy method where we can manage payroll ourselves? Along with managing your finances in QuickBooks you will also be able to manage payroll for your business without any prior payroll experience. There are 3 types of payroll offered for the Desktop version in QuickBooks : Basic and Enhanced Payroll Service . Enhanced Payroll Features: Process payroll right away for W2 employees. It calculates your taxes automatically and accurately. Process Payroll for both hourly and salaried employees. Handles bonuses, commissions and overtime. Direct Deposit is free for Basic Payroll Subscribers. 401(k), vacation time, paid time off, sick time, medical and dental insurance, cash advances, retire plans and can select different deductions for each employees. Both Employees and independe...