Michigan New Employer Information
Congratulations on your decision to become a new employer in Michigan! You will need a few things in place before you run your first payroll:
Federal and State Tax Accounts
Federal Tax Accounts:
Apply for an EIN View Details
Enroll in EFTPS View Details
State of Michigan Tax Accounts:
Register Your Business View Details
Get Your SUTA Tax Rate View Details
Register With Local Tax Agencies View Details
Setting Up Your New Employee:
Fill Out Form I-9 View Details
Have Employee Fill Out Federal Form W-4 View Details
Have Employee Fill Out State Form MI W-4 View Details
Report New Hires View Details
Meet Minimum Wage Requirements View Details
Once you have all the necessary information, you will be able to set up your payroll for your business.
You will want to keep all payroll records for at least three years. For more information please read our help article, “What Employers Should Know About Employee Payroll Records”
Let us know if you have any questions. We are here to help!
This is not an all-inclusive list for Michigan new employers. Please visit government websites for further information.
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