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Payroll Taxes 101: Withholding, Depositing & Reporting Requirements

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Summary

Accurate payroll tax withholding is just the beginning - they must also be paid, reported, and reconciled. Failing to comply with the complex employment tax rules can result in severe penalties for employers.

In our compliance-based, 60-minute program, payroll-expert Vicki Lambert covers the essentials of withholding, depositing, paying, and reporting payroll taxes.  She’ll provide a solid foundation for the payroll beginner, plus an excellent refresher for the seasoned professional. Join us as we address key factors impacting accurate withholding including:

  • Types of payroll frequency used by employers
  • Ensuring correct information is provided on W-4s
  • Taxable wage base and rate in effect for OASDI/social security taxes
  • Medicare tax rate and when the Additional Medicare Tax applies
  • Status of the employees such as nonresident alien or expatriate
  • The wage base and rate for federal unemployment insurance/ FUTA
  • And much more!

Understanding the Federal Tax System

  • Introduction to the federal tax system
  • Steps for obtaining an EIN and why you need it
  • Special tax rules for nonresident aliens on visa

Payroll Reporting Requirements

  • Critical reporting requirements for payroll
  • Guidelines for withholding federal income tax
  • Keys to handling tricky supplemental wage issues

Taxes and Calculations Guidelines

  • Understanding FICA Taxes: OASDI and Medicare
  • The Additional Medicare Tax and when it applies
  • Who is subject to FUTA tax – and how to calculate it
  • FUTA tax: current rate and wage base

Ensuring Accuracy & Compliance

  • Definition of Successor Employers and who it impacts
  • Clear explanation of rules for Common Paymaster
  • Penalties and cost for noncompliance

Question & Answer Session – Have your specific question answered!

Program Benefits

Every payroll professional from the seasoned veteran to the novice beginner must have a good working knowledge of the requirements to process payroll efficiently and accurately to stay in compliance. Join our 60-minute event as we cover the basics of withholding, depositing and reporting federal taxes.

If you'd like this program customized for your organization, call us at 1-800-964-6033. We're certain we can fulfill your training needs, while making it fit in your budget!

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Henry Hansch
Henry Hansch
Henry Hansch III, a seasoned technology professional with a proven track record in driving innovation and efficiency, brings his deep expertise to Resourceful Finance Pro. Leveraging years of experience in developing and implementing cutting-edge tech solutions, Henry provides insightful articles exploring the intersection of technology and finance. His focus is on demystifying complex tech concepts, offering practical advice on how financial professionals can leverage emerging technologies to optimize operations, enhance decision-making, and navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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