About Denali Payroll

Denali Payroll by Cougar Mountain Software is a robust on-premise and online payroll solution designed for small to mid-size businesses. It handles all payroll activities including standard pay, special pay, taxes, deductions, and regulatory compliance. The software features automatic payroll tax calculations, multi-state pay rate handling, W-2 and tax form preparation, an unbreakable audit trail, and unlimited users and payroll accounts. With a five-year fiscal calendar and extensive custom reporting, Denali Payroll integrates seamlessly with the broader Denali accounting suite.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Unbreakable audit trail keeps payroll data secure and tamper-proof
Handles multiple pay rates per employee across multiple states
Integrates tightly with the full Denali accounting suite
60-day free trial with 2 hours training and 2 hours support included
Unlimited users and payroll accounts

Pricing

Standalone Payroll

Contact for pricing/one-time license

Automatic payroll tax calculations
Multi-state pay rates
W-2 and 1099 form preparation
Direct deposit support
Unbreakable audit trail

Best For

Small Business Payroll

Small businesses needing comprehensive payroll processing with automatic tax calculations and regulatory compliance

Integrated Accounting & Payroll

Companies already using Denali accounting suite wanting fully integrated payroll without data re-entry

Multi-State Employers

Businesses with employees across multiple states needing accurate multi-state payroll tax handling

Compliance-Focused Organizations

Organizations requiring a strong audit trail and W-2/1099 form preparation for payroll compliance

Denali Payroll