New York
Payroll Compliance — New York
Payroll in New York involves federal withholding, Social Security and Medicare taxes, New York State income tax withholding, New York City withholding for city residents, disability insurance, paid family leave contributions, and unemployment insurance. We manage payroll compliance for New York businesses, making sure every obligation is met accurately and on time.
What’s Included
- Payroll Processing — Regular payroll runs with accurate calculation of gross pay and net pay for all employees.
- Federal Tax Deposits — Timely deposit of federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare withholdings via EFTPS.
- NY State & City Withholding — Accurate calculation and remittance of New York State and New York City income tax withholdings.
- Quarterly Filing — Form 941, NYS-45, and other quarterly returns filed on schedule.
- Year-End Forms — W-2 preparation and distribution plus W-3 transmittal to the Social Security Administration.
- 1099 Compliance — Form 1099-NEC preparation for independent contractors paid $600 or more during the year.
Payroll Compliance in New York
New York’s payroll requirements extend beyond standard federal obligations. Employers must contribute to the New York State disability benefits fund, the paid family leave program, and the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation Mobility Tax (MCTMT) for businesses within the MTA district. Each of these has different rates and filing schedules.
We track all of these obligations, prepare the necessary filings, and make sure deposits are made within required timeframes. We also monitor changes to New York employment law — including minimum wage increases, wage theft prevention requirements, and pay transparency rules — to keep your business in compliance.