Third-Party Software for Withholding Tax e-File Returns
Overview
Employers have the option of purchasing and using third-party software to prepare and/or electronically file and pay Withholding tax returns. While the Wisconsin Department of Revenue does not charge for electronic filing of tax returns, third-party vendors typically charge a fee for their software and/or services. These products vary in price and features. Filers should keep in mind:
- Software is supplied directly by the developer of that software, not the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. In most cases, you can download or purchase software from an Internet site and pay with a credit card.
- The purchase price of the software may or may not include preparation of the returns. Electronic filing of your returns may require that you pay an additional fee to the software vendor, typically by credit card at the time of filing.
- Filers should keep a copy of the return and acknowledgement for their records.
Approved Vendor List
The following software vendors have entered into a cooperation agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. This means that the software vendors' file format and transmission method have been successfully tested with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue for reliability and value.
There may be OTHER software vendors that choose to use an e-File process who are not interested in an agreement to share marketing. Vendors or potential participants do not have to be listed on this page to offer this process.
Please note: The private vendor software companies and web sites are not contractually associated with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Their software products have been tested to assess their reliability and value. However, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue does not guarantee any aspect of the software, its features or performance.
| Product/Company Information | Vendor-supplied description |
|---|---|
| QuickBooks Enhanced Payroll Intuit Telephone: (866) 820-6382 |
With QuickBooks Enhanced Payroll you can E-File & Pay your payroll taxes at no additional charge. QuickBooks makes it easy to do your entire payroll in-house from right within your financial software. It automatically fills in federal and state tax forms with your QuickBooks Data for review prior to e-filing. Keeping track of your submissions is easy. You can print copies of what you submitted for your records; In-product filing acknowledgement saves time and allows you to easily and quickly correct errors and re-file before the deadline. For a complete list of available e-file & pay availability check www.payroll.com/fileandpay. |
| Thomson Tax & Accounting CS Professional Suite Telephone: (800) 968-8900 |
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Benefits of Electronic Filing
- Online or electronic filing offers a number of benefits including speed, accuracy, and convenience.
- You receive confirmation that the Wisconsin Department of Revenue has received your tax returns.
- You may initiate an electronic payment at the same time you transmit your return.
- Amended returns are accepted electronically by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
For more information about vendor products, security, pricing, features, technical support, and other aspects, visit their web sites or contact them by phone. It's worth repeating: these products differ in price and features. Look at the total package; investigate all your options.
Last updated November 26, 2007