How to Register for State Tax Accounts

To ensure your payroll is processed accurately and stays compliant with state regulations, you must register for the appropriate tax accounts in every state where you have employees. This guide provides the necessary links and requirements for receiving your State Withholding (SIT) and State Unemployment (SUTA) accounts. We want to make your tax setup as smooth as possible so you can get back to taking care of your team!

Things to know

• Most states require two specific account numbers: State Income Tax (SIT) for employee withholdings and State Unemployment Tax (SUTA) for employer-paid insurance.
• Processing payroll without these numbers can lead to filing delays or state-issued penalties.
• Once you receive your numbers and tax rates, update your 7shifts Payroll settings immediately to avoid any interruptions.

1. Register for your state tax account numbers

The table below outlines the specific agency websites for your state and any payroll thresholds required for registration. We've included the direct links to make your registration journey:

2. Receive your state tax account numbers

Once you have submitted your registration, use this chart to determine when you can expect to receive your account numbers and where to find your SUTA tax rate. 

Update 7shifts Payroll with your tax IDs

Once you receive your Account IDs and your SUTA Tax Rate, follow these steps to get your 7shifts account updated:

1. Log in to 7shifts as an Admin and navigate to Payroll > Business Settings.
2. Select Update tax setup.
3. Click Edit beside your specific State.
4. Enter your new account information and your specific SUTA tax rate.
5. Save your changes to finalize the setup.