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The Massachusetts Department of Revenue is the state agency responsible for overseeing tax collection and administration in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They work to ensure compliance with state tax laws and regulations, providing resources and assistance to individuals and businesses to meet their tax obligations.
The way we work is shifting faster than ever, with remote work at the epicenter of this transformation. Even the concept of remote work is changing, with companies and employees constantly redefining what it means to work remotely. While the post-pandemic years saw a dramatic rise in remote work due to necessity, the future promises innovation, flexibility, and a new normal where remote setups, hybrid models, and workforces distributed across the globe define how work gets done.
When you think of unemployment insurance tax, you probably think of state unemployment tax first—but there’s actually a federal unemployment tax too.
Both state and federal unemployment tax are taxes that employers pay directly to the government, typically calculated as a percentage of payroll. Employment tax obligations can include federal, state, and local income tax, social security and Medicare tax, and SUTA and FUTA tax. To maintain compliance (and be prepared to pay), employers need to understand which taxes apply to them, how to calculate their liabilities, and when and how to make payments.
Understanding the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) is foundational for employers and employees alike, whether you’re navigating the complex landscape of payroll compliance or negotiating pay.
Let’s go over everything employers need to know about FICA.
What Is FICA? FICA directs a portion of each employee’s wages to Social Security and Medicare, two cornerstone federal programs. These deductions aren’t just a payroll requirement — they’re crucial to maintaining services that millions of Americans depend on.
Alex Kehayias |Dec 12, 2023
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