January is a critical compliance month for employers! Staying organized now helps prevent penalties, delays, and last-minute stress during tax season.
January 15th
💵 2025 Q4 Estimated Tax Payments Due: Ensure your fourth quarter estimated tax payment is submitted by this deadline to avoid penalties.
January 31st
👨💻 2025 W-2s & 1099s Due: Distribute W-2 forms to employees and file 1099 forms for contractors.
📬 Payroll Filings: All payroll filings, Form 940, 941, state unemployment and withholding filings must be completed by this date to maintain compliance.
Other Year-end Reminders
✔️ Verify employee & contractor information
(addresses, SSNs, EINs)
✔️ Review employee benefit packages
✔️ Confirm sales tax filings for Q4
✔️ Review bookkeeping for year-end accuracy
