Follow the steps below if you have an extra pay period, also known as a week 53, at the end of a tax year.

1. Open Sage 50 Payroll 2025 and log in to the payroll as normal.
2. From the menu bar, select Processing, then Set Period.
3. In the New period to process box, enter the extra pay period number:
   • In a weekly payroll: Type 53
   • In a fortnightly payroll: Type 27
   • In a four-weekly payroll: Type 14
4. Check that the dates and information are correct for the last period of the tax year. If not, amend as required.
5. Once all information is correct for the new period, select OK.