Payroll Taxes & Year-End
How to Handle Tax Notices from State or Federal Agencies
Employers sometimes receive notices from state or federal tax agencies about payroll taxes — rate changes, filing questions, payment discrepancies, and similar items. Forward notices promptly so the tax team can respond within agency deadlines. What ...
Managing State Tax for Remote Employees
Remote and hybrid employees often work in a different state than the employer's headquarters. State tax withholding should follow where the employee performs work, and the employee's work location in BerniePortal must stay accurate. The Basic Rule ...
State Tax Setup and State Tax IDs
When employees perform work in a state, employers typically need state tax IDs with that state's agencies so withholdings and unemployment contributions can be remitted correctly. What Are State Tax IDs SITW ID (State Income Tax Withholding) — ...
Understanding Federal Withholding (FITW) on Employee Paychecks
Federal Income Tax Withholding (FITW) is calculated from each employee's Form W-4, taxable wages for the pay period, and current IRS withholding rules. Amounts can change from paycheck to paycheck even when the W-4 has not changed. What Determines ...
Year-End Payroll: W-2 and 1099 Processing
For BerniePortal Payroll clients, W-2 and 1099 processing is included with payroll tax services. Employer Success coordinates year-end preferences, form generation, and mailing options. Year-End Preparation Starting in Q4, Employer Success reaches ...
Payroll Tax Management: How BerniePortal Handles Tax Filings for Payroll Clients
For BerniePortal Payroll clients, Certified Payroll Tax Professionals handle tax calculation support, filings, remittances, and year-end forms so employers can focus on day-to-day payroll accuracy. What's Included Payroll tax calculation as part of ...