Gather employee details: name, address, employee ID, and pay period
Collect employer details: company name, address, and contact information
Determine gross pay: hourly wages, salary, overtime, bonuses, and commissions
Calculate deductions: federal tax, state tax, local tax, Social Security, Medicare, insurance, retirement, and other withholdings
Subtract deductions from gross pay to find net pay
Include year-to-date totals for earnings and deductions
Add pay date and payment method
Format the pay stub with clear sections for earnings, deductions, and net pay
Review all figures for accuracy
Generate the pay stub using payroll software, a template, or a spreadsheet
Save and distribute the pay stub securely