Description 

The transition from one payroll tax year to the next is one of the most demanding periods for payroll professionals. Between closing out 2025 and preparing for 2026, even small compliance gaps can lead to penalties, rework, and employee frustration.

This timely webinar delivers the latest payroll tax updates for 2026, helping your organization move confidently from tax year 2025 into 2026. You’ll gain clear guidance on IRS changes, state-level updates, and any late-breaking federal legislation that could impact payroll operations in the new year.

What You’ll Learn:

• Key updates and current status of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
• 2026 IRS inflation adjustments, including Social Security wage base, pension limits, fringe benefits, mileage rates, and per diem
• Updates to 2026 IRS forms: W-2, W-4, and 941
• Best practices for W-2 accuracy, corrections (W-2 vs. W-2c), duplicate requests, and SSN verification
• Filing deadlines and IRS compliance expectations for 2026
• Tax treatment of fringe benefits, including awards, company vehicles, and non-cash benefits
• State payroll changes impacting 2026, such as minimum wage, SUI wage bases, and paid sick leave
• Late-breaking federal legislation and regulatory developments affecting payroll compliance

Why You Should Join

• Avoid year-end and new-year compliance mistakes that can lead to penalties and rework
• Stay ahead of 2026 payroll changes instead of reacting after issues arise
• Get practical, actionable guidance you can immediately apply to your payroll processes
• Understand both federal and state impacts in one comprehensive session
• Ensure smooth W-2 and Form 941 processing with IRS-aligned best practices
• Gain clarity on complex and evolving legislation without having to interpret it alone

Who Should Attend

• Payroll Executives, Managers, Administrators, and Practitioners
• Entry-Level Payroll Professionals
• Human Resources Executives, Managers, and Administrators
• Accounting and Finance Personnel
• Business Owners, Executive Officers, and Operations Managers
• Attorneys and Legal Professionals
• Any organization or individual responsible for payroll compliance, year-end reporting, and preparation for the upcoming tax year