--- description: Review of AME Payroll Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: AME Payroll | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Payroll Software for Accountants](/directory/3179/accountant-payroll/software) > [AME Payroll](/software/6192/ame-professional-payroll) # AME Payroll Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/6192/ame-professional-payroll Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/6192/ame-professional-payroll?page=2) > AME Professional Payroll is an on-premise payroll solution for small and midsized businesses in the U.S. The solution enables users to create and print checks for gross-to-net, net-to-gross and after-the-fact entries for multiple companies, departments, pay types or deductions. It also provides forms such as 1099-MISC forms and tax tables for both federal as well as the state AME Professional Payroll allows users to customize taxes for various types of pay and track used and available vacation or sick time. Reports for workers compensation, local taxes, earnings and more are also available. Payroll can be posted to a general ledger as needed and employee mailing labels can be printed. It provides options for separate reporting by department and multi-state processing. AME Payroll's Direct Deposit module gives users the ability to automatically create a direct deposit file in ACH format (ACH file) from payroll information. Payroll amounts can be scheduled to transfer from the company’s account to employees checking and/or savings accounts. This information resides in ACH file, and this file must be uploaded to a Third Party Provider of choice or a bank for further processing. AME Payroll's E-file module allows users to process the W2’s and create a file for SSA and some special state formats. The W2REPORT file can be saved and then uploaded on-line to the Social Security Administration and some state websites for processing. The module also allows users to process 1099’s and create a file that can be uploaded on-line through the IRS “FIRE” System. Registration with the Social Security Administration and the IRS is required. AME Professional offer modules for direct deposit, e-filing, PDF converting and client entry which can be purchased separately. AME Professional Payroll is compatible with Windows computers. > > Verdict: Rated **4.2/5** by 6 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.2/5** | 6 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 3.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: AME Software ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$400.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User - **Pricing Details**: AME Professional Payroll software for small businesses starts at: $400 - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500 - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - 1099 Preparation - 401(k) Tracking - Accounting - Accounting Integration - Calendar Management - Check Printing - Compensation Management - Compliance Management - Direct Deposit - Financial Reporting - Mobile Access - Multi-State - Payroll Management - Payroll Reporting - Reporting & Statistics - Reporting/Analytics - Self Service Portal - Tax Calculation - Tax Compliance - Third-Party Integrations ## Category - [Payroll Software for Accountants](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3179/accountant-payroll/software) ## Related Categories - [Payroll Software for Accountants](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3179/accountant-payroll/software) - [Payroll Software for Mac](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1424/mac-payroll/software) - [Payroll Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/318/payroll-software/software) - [Online Payroll Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1618/online-payroll/software) - [Payroll Software for Small Business](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1638/small-business-payroll/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Reliable software, few to no glitches or bugs. > > **Cons**: Could be a little more robust with a function for batch payroll processing. ----- ### "Very reliable payroll software." — 5.0/5 > **Frederick** | *27 May 2018* | Restaurants | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The software is easy to learn, just like basically anything else all you need is a little practice. The software has constant updates so you know the program is current. The technical support is excellent, just a phone call away and they are very quick to respond and help you with any issue. The cost of the program is very, very reasonable. Actually a real bargain. I have been very satisfied with this company and their software. > > **Cons**: Typing in a date or numbers can be a little tricky sometimes. You have to experience it to understand what I mean, but it is really no big deal. > > It is reliable and easy to learn. It gives me peace of mind that the software is efficient and always up to date. ----- ### "ACCOUNTANT" — 3.0/5 > **Candice** | *15 August 2019* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easily operate, any part function will be easily found. > > **Cons**: Price , simple, probably fit to start a new business ----- ### "Inexpensive payroll software" — 4.0/5 > **Rosarie** | *7 June 2017* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Provides necessary reports, checks \& tax forms. You can customize reports or use their pre-formatted reports. > > **Cons**: Doesn't integrate with Quickbooks or excel Doesn't enable electronic filing of tax forms for reasonable rate Doesn't enable employees to access their records > > For a small business with a limited budget for payroll or an accountant who keeps track of small payrolls, this is sufficient for the price. ----- ### "Payroll Processing" — 4.0/5 > **Roman** | *25 April 2019* | Human Resources | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Price \& Customers Service are excellent. > > **Cons**: Lacks Current Interfaces i.e Quickbooks, exports to other popular software,Excel etc Desperately lacking employee pay stub portal ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/6192/ame-professional-payroll?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/6192/ame-professional-payroll) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data