Payroll Bookkeeping Services Austin

This site publishes bookkeeping information for Austin-area businesses. It is not currently accepting clients, offering consultations or quoting paid services.

Federal Payroll Tax Obligations

Texas does not levy a state income tax on employees, which simplifies one aspect of payroll but still leaves a significant compliance burden at the federal level. Every Austin employer must withhold federal income tax from employee wages based on their W-4 elections, plus calculate and remit the employer and employee portions of FICA taxes, which include Social Security at 6.2 percent and Medicare at 1.45 percent for both the employer and employee.

Texas Unemployment Insurance (TWC)

While Texas has no state income tax, employers are required to pay Texas Unemployment Insurance through the Texas Workforce Commission. The tax rate varies based on your industry, your experience rating, and the current taxable wage base. New Austin employers are assigned a standard rate until they build an experience history.

Integration with Payroll Platforms

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Choosing a Provider

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