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Payroll Taxes Demystified: A Breakdown for Accountants and CPAs Serving Business Owners

CPA Practice

As accountants and CPAs, dealing with payroll taxes is essential to managing finances for your business clients. Understanding the details of payroll taxes helps you better assist your clients in fulfilling their obligations and maximizing tax efficiency. By Nellie Akalp. Filing tax returns and remitting payments on time.

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Payroll Considerations: When an Employee Dies

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Note that the following states do not have a state income tax: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. . For federal withholding, see Payroll Guide ¶3820, for W-2 reporting, see Payroll Guide ¶4260 , for 1099-MISC reporting, see Payroll Guide ¶4268.

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Employer Payroll Tax Obligations When Employees Work Out-Of-State

Anders CPA

This changing employment landscape requires employers to reassess their payroll tax withholding processes to ensure you are withholding the proper amount of state, local and unemployment taxes from your employees’ wages. Below we dive into the state and unemployment tax responsibilities employers need to know.

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Payroll Taxes for an Employer: How Is Payroll Tax Calculated?

Snyder

Payroll taxes can be daunting for employers to calculate and pay. With the numerous tax laws, regulations and compliance requirements, employers are required to be up-to-date on the latest regulations to ensure they’re making accurate and timely payroll tax payments. So how is payroll tax calculated? What is a payroll tax?

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How SUI and State Income Taxes Affect Small Businesses

CPA Practice

Some states require employers to pay additional payroll taxes. In Alaska, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, both employers and employees contribute to the fund, with the employee’s portion of SUI deducted from their paychecks. They need EINs to set up an account with the unemployment office to file and remit SUI taxes.

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5 States with the Lowest Combined Business Taxes

CPA Practice

Property and payroll taxes In addition to business or personal income taxes and sales tax, property and payroll taxes are important considerations. Payroll taxes, such as unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation, can also vary across states and affect your labor costs.

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ERC IRS Audit Representation: Your Comprehensive FAQ Guide

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During an ERC audit, the IRS reviews the business’s records, including payroll records, tax returns, and supporting documentation related to ERC claims. They can help implement internal controls, review payroll processes, and provide guidance to minimize the risk of errors or discrepancies in future ERC claims.

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