Mississippi Payroll Tax and Registration Guide
Before you can start processing payroll with Beyond, you’ll need to supply certain details to ensure you’re meeting Mississippi’s tax requirements:
It’s your responsibility to keep this information accurate and up to date so Beyond can properly file and deposit state taxes. Beyond cannot assume liability for penalties or fees incurred due to missing or incorrect data.
All MIssissippi Employers
Annual Information Return
• Filed once per year
Employer’s Monthly Withholding Tax Return
• Submitted monthly
Wage and Tax Statement
• Annual filing requirement
Employer’s Quarterly Wage Report
• Due every quarter
Continuation Sheet for Quarterly Wage Reports
• Quarterly filing
Mississippi New Hire Reporting
• Submitted as required
Existing Mississippi Employers
If your business has previously run payroll in Mississippi, you should already have the necessary IDs and credentials. These are typically included in official correspondence from Mississippi tax agencies.
New Mississippi Employers
You’ll need to register with the following agencies:
Your Withholding Tax Account Number and deposit frequency can be found on letters from the Department of Revenue.
If you cannot locate your number, call the DOR at (601) 923-7088.
Register online through the Mississippi DOR website.
Your account number will be available immediately after registration.
Existing Employers can find their Employer Account Number and SUI rate in the Contribution Tax Rate Notice sent by the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES).
New Employers must register at the MDES website. You’ll receive: