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Reporting Requirements

Below are links to important information that California employers need to know:

Employer Registration
Information on when and how to register for a payroll tax account number.
E-file and E-pay for Employers
As an employer, you need to submit tax returns, wage reports, and payroll tax deposits electronically.
Report New Hires
As an employer, you must report new or rehired California workers to the New Employee Registry within 20 calendar days of the employees first day at work.
Independent Contractor Reporting
If your business or government agency uses independent contractors and needs to file the federal Form 1099-NEC or Form 1099-MISC, you must also report certain information to the Employment Development Department (EDD).
Required Filings
You will find information on the most common forms and when you need to file them.
Payroll Tax Calendar
Important dates for filing your tax returns, wage reports, and payroll tax deposits.
Report Changes to Your Business
How to report if you no longer have employees, are closing, reopening, purchasing, or selling a business.
Year-End Requirements
Information on what documents you need to give your employees at the end of the year.