article thumbnail

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

CPA Practice

These taxes fund social insurance programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment benefits. Here’s a quick breakdown of payroll taxes: Federal Income Tax Withholding : Employers must withhold federal income tax from employees’ wages based on their W-4 Forms and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidelines.

article thumbnail

Professionals on the Move – May 2024

CPA Practice

Scott’s focus is primarily on state corporate income and franchise taxes, but he also has experience with state personal income taxes, sales and indirect taxes, and gross receipts taxes Smith is a member of the Tennessee Bar, Washington, D.C.