Register for payroll
To set up payroll in Massachusetts requires registration with multiple agencies including the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave program. We handle all registrations so you are fully compliant.
Register for payroll taxes today - here’s what’s required
Here are the state agencies you need to register with as an employe in your state. We handle all registrations on your behalf.
Massachusetts Department of Revenue
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Massachusetts employers.
Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Massachusetts employers.
Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leave
Handles Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) registration — required for all Massachusetts employers.
Key facts about your state payroll taxes.
A quick overview of what's involved before you run your first payroll.
We handle the whole process for you
You provide the business info — we do the rest.
Complete our intake form
Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.
We review & prepare
Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.
We submit to the state
We register your business with the appropriate state agencies through official portals.
You receive your credentials
We deliver your account numbers and filing details — ready to load into your payroll system.
Ready to get registered?
Flat fee, no surprises. We work inside your existing payroll system.
State Payroll Tax FAQs
Common questions about registering for payroll taxes.
Do I need to register for payroll taxes in Massachusetts?
Yes, employers with workers in Massachusetts must register for income tax withholding with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue through MassTaxConnect and unemployment insurance with the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Massachusetts also requires registration for Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and we handle all required registrations so you're covered before your first Massachusetts payroll runs.
What is Massachusetts PFML and do I need to register?
Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) requires all employers to register and contribute. Contributions are split between the employer and employee based on the size of your workforce. We include PFML registration as part of your complete Massachusetts payroll tax setup.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Massachusetts?
We'll need your business name, EIN, entity type, physical address, start date of payroll, and owner information. You provide it once through our intake form and we handle everything from there.
How long does a Massachusetts payroll tax registration take?
Massachusetts payroll tax registration processing times vary, ranging from instant online issuance to several weeks depending on the state's workload. We handle withholding, unemployment insurance, and Paid Family and Medical Leave registrations with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and the Department of Unemployment Assistance and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
