Register for payroll
Set up payroll in New Jersey — the state requires registration with two agencies covering multiple programs including mandatory SDI and Family Leave Insurance. We handle all registrations and ensure nothing gets missed.
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.
New Jersey Division of Taxation
Handles state income tax withholding registration for all New Jersey employers.
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) — all through one NJDOL account.
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 New Jersey?
Yes, employers with workers in New Jersey are required to register for income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, and State Disability Insurance (SDI) through the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. We manage all required registrations on your behalf, covering one of the more comprehensive state payroll tax structures in the country.
What is New Jersey SDI and FLI?
New Jersey mandates both State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Family Leave Insurance (FLI). Both are funded through employee paycheck deductions but are employer-administered through the NJDOL account. Many businesses miss one or both of these programs during payroll setup, but we ensure both are properly registered and configured.
What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey payroll tax registration take?
New Jersey 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 State Disability Insurance registrations through the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.
