Payroll check writing software was once a huge business expense to cover and was so complex that only payroll firms bothered using it. Nowadays, these data management technologies and automated payroll systems are relatively inexpensive and easy-to-use.
Advanced Micro Solutions’ base W-2/1099 Forms Filer platform and Payroll Software module are part of the most affordable system on the market.
Our software solution lets companies tie their payroll check writing directly to their end-of-year tax filing forms. The data can be:
- Imported from the paychecks themselves with after-the-fact payroll processing
- Entered directly into the system with live payroll
Put another way, payroll check writing software is more important than ever. It is able to do so much more than just write the checks.
Is Direct Deposit Processing Worth It?
One of the biggest myths about business solutions is that direct deposit, alone, is sufficient for a contemporary payroll system. Many modern businesses have converted to using direct deposit payments, but abrupt changes in payroll may not be processed by banking institutions as fast as you need. Temporary paper checks may be used. AMS provides software support for both:
- Direct deposit
- Paycheck processing
Many businesses still look to provide a measure of paycheck flexibility to their employees by offering them direct deposit or printed paychecks. For businesses that are looking to manage their payroll and tax filing on their own, payroll check writing software can be utilized to print MICR bank checks. The key components are our Software Generated Forms module and a special magnetic toner.
Payroll Check Writing Software for Payroll Companies
Payroll check writing software is also a crucial asset for payroll companies themselves. We pride ourselves on being able to serve:
- Small business clients with our intuitive, menu-driven platform
- Independent payroll firms that need to be able to handle pretty much any type of paycheck solution
In addition to MICR checks, our software can handle the formatting and printing requirements for more than 30 different types of checks.
Here is a rundown of some other software features delivered by our payroll module:
- Automatic calculation of federal, state, and local payroll taxes
- Up-to-date state and federal tax tables
- A running tally of federal and state tax liabilities
- 40 User Defined Fields for customized payroll operations
- Support for all 50 states, plus DC and Puerto Rico, including SUI forms
- Support for up to 1,999 payers and up to 9,999 employees/contractors per payer
- Data import/export for year-end tax filing and other data reporting needs
- E-file forms 940, 941, and/or 944
- Creates SSN verification files
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I print my own payroll checks on blank check stock? – Yes, but you need to have a dedicated check writing printer or change toner every time that you print checks. Printing checks on blank check stock requires a special magnetic toner, which is used on a laser printer.
- Can the least expensive online tax filing software provide the best results? – Yes, since the least expensive online tax filing software is not necessarily the cheapest tax solution. Look for modular capabilities, strong data security, and an intuitive interface to offset any inexpensive pricing concerns.
AMS Services and Software Support
When it comes to writing payroll checks, any disruption threatens to become a major problem. Between the intuitive platform, free software demo, and tutorial materials, you should have full command of your software solution from the start.
If you do run into a bump on the road, call our team of experts at (405) 340-0697. To help with accommodating extra queries during peak times, we also offer limited Live Chat services.
This article was updated on May 8, 2026 to keep its information as fresh as possible. We update this article every six months, before and after tax season, to keep current with any changes.