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Understanding
941/940 Automation

  • Preparing and transmitting Form 941, 940, and other payroll forms will involve a lot of manual work and hassles.
  • Automating the 941/940 filings with the help of TaxBandits API can prove to be more efficient and hassle-free.
  • TaxBandits API will take care of the end-to-end filing process, from form generation
    to transmission.
941/940 Automation
941/940 Automation

The 941/940 Automation Process with TaxBandits API

Form Generation

Form Generation

Provide the required information for filing and let TaxBandits API generate the 941/940 forms.

Validation

Validation

TaxBandits will perform basic data validations on the generated forms to make sure they are error-free.

E-Signing

E-Signing

Utilize the Online Signature PIN, Form 8453-EMP, Form 8879-EMP or RA PIN (as applicable) for signing the forms.

E-filing with IRS

E-filing with IRS

Once signed, TaxBandits API will transmit the 941/940 forms to
the IRS.

Automate 941/940 Schedule R for Aggregate Filers

Form 941 Schedule R

PEOs, CPEOs, and Section 3504 reporting agents are required to attach Form 941 Schedule R with the aggregate 941 forms.

Form 940 Schedule R

Section 3504 Agents of home care service recipients and CPEOs are typically required to file Form 940 Schedule R with aggregate FUTA wages, taxes, credits, deposits, and
payment amounts.

TaxBandits API enables the filers to seamlessly send the aggregate reporting data to TaxBandits and automate the 940 Schedule R filing
with ease.

Develop with Confidence!

TaxBandits’ developer-friendly API Allows for seamless integration, end-to-end testing, and simulations. Implement TaxBandits API
efficiently with the help of our comprehensive documentation.

Payroll Tax Forms Available in
TaxBandits API

Form 941

Form 941

Employer’s QUARTERLY Federal
Tax Return

Form 941 Schedule R

Form 941 Schedule R

Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 941 Filers (CPEOs / 3504 Agent)

Form 940

Form 940

Employer's Annual Federal Unemployment (FUTA)
Tax Return

Form 940 Schedule R

Form 940
Schedule R

Allocation Schedule for Aggregate Form 940 Filers (CPEOs / 3504 Agent)

Form 943

Form 943

Employer’s Annual Federal Tax Return for Agricultural Employees

Form 944

Form 944

Employer’s ANNUAL Federal Tax Return

Forms supported by TaxBandits API
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Reliable Tools and Features Exclusively
for Developers!

TaxBandits provides a developer-friendly API with a range of valuable resources and tools designed specifically for developers, facilitating
smooth integration.

Clear Documentation

Our API comes with comprehensive documentation with clear instructions that illustrate how endpoints are used to create, update, validate, and e-file
tax forms.

SDK

TaxBandits offers SDK libraries in various programming languages, such as Java, Node JS, .Net, and Python, that help you use our API.

Sandbox Environment

The Sandbox environment allows the simulation of end-to-end e-filing procedures and TIN validation for
testing purposes.

Simulation

In Sandbox, you can simulate the
end-to-end e-filing process, Form status, and various other processes to see how
they work.

Advanced Security

TaxBandits is a SOC-2 Certified company that utilizes several security protocols to safeguard sensitive information throughout the process.

Developer Support

In case of any queries related to the API, you can get instant help from our expert team of developers.

A Developer-Friendly
A Developer-Friendly

941/940 Automation Success Stories with TaxBandits API

Form Filling Software

A popular form-filling software was offering online fillable PDFs of 941, 940, and various other tax forms for clients. Typically, the clients used the software to complete their 941/940 forms, download and send it to
the IRS. Show more

CPEO & Other Payroll Service Providers

One of the largest CPEOs in the U.S., serving as an aggregate filer, for around 12,000 businesses and large enterprises, was looking for a trustworthy and secure solution to take care of their quarterly and annual filing needs. Show more

Tax Strategy/Payroll Software

A leading tax strategy/payroll software in the U.S. wanted to find a way to simplify the preparation and
e-filing of 941 and 940 forms for their clients within their software. 
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Frequently Asked Questions about 941 Automation

How can I retrieve the filing status and acknowledgments for 94x forms filed through the TaxBandits API?

The Form941/Status endpoint allows you to retrieve detailed status and acknowledgment reports for 94x forms. This includes IRS acceptance or rejection notifications and any additional messages
or requirements.

You can also configure webhooks for the event type ‘E-file Status Change’ to retrieve the status of 94x forms.


What are the signature requirements for filing Form 94x for different filing roles?

  • Paid Preparer (CPA) - CPAs can use 8453-EMP (Signed by both Taxpayer and CPA) as
    the signature.
  • ERO - EROs can use 8879-EMP (Signed by both the Taxpayer and ERO) as the signature.
  • Reporting Agent - Reporting Agents can sign the form using 5-digit RA PIN assigned by the IRS. To obtain one, you must get authorization for your clients using Form 8655 and submit those forms along with the Client list to the IRS.
  • Self-filing Software - The users filing Form 941 can use their 94x Online Signature PIN (Issued by the IRS) or Upload Signed Form 8453-EMP.

Should we whitelist our IPs to access Sandbox APIs?

There is no need for whitelisting the IPs to test on the Sandbox.

Integrate with TaxBandits API to Enjoy All the Benefits of
941/940 Automation!