IRS and SSA require
filers of 250 or more returns to file electronically. Many software
vendors require that you purchase additional modules designed for this
purpose. Online wage reporting sites and service bureaus can charge
quite a hefty price for this service as well. Account Ability creates
transmittal files that comply with IRS Pub. 1220, SSA EFW2 (formerly
MMREF-1) and SSA EFW2C (formerly MMREF-2).
Account Ability Creates the Transmittal Files
- The Electronic Reporting Options dialog, shown above, interfaces
with each file of Information Returns (1099, 1098, 3921, 3922, 5498, W2G)
and Annual Wage Reports (W2, W2C). Information Returns are reported in
file specification IRSTAX; Annual Wage Reports are reported in file specification
W2REPORT.
A Single Transmittal File Can Contain Multiple
Filers - Transmittal files are created within the destination
folder you specify. If a transmittal already exists, Account Ability displays
it, as shown below.
Transmittal files, which
are appended at your option, are ultimately uploaded to IRS FIRE, SSA
Business Services Online (SSA BSO), or Account Ability's EFILE Service.
Electronic Filing - IRS FIRE
- IRS FIRE
is a free online reporting site for filers of Information Returns
that you can access from Account Ability's Module menu.
Once connected, a simple menu system guides you through the uploading
of your IRSTAX transmittal.
Electronic
Filing - SSA BSO - SSA
BSO is a free online reporting site for filers
of Annual Wage Reports that you can access from Account Ability's Module
menu. Once connected, a simple menu system guides you through the uploading
of your W2REPORT transmittal.
Account
Ability's Electronic Filing Service (EFILE) - Account
Ability's EFILE Service is an optional outsourcing service
for users of Account Ability who would rather IDMS carry out the tasks
related to registering, uploading, and verifying their electronic transmittal
files. EFILE accepts both IRSTAX and W2REPORT transmittals. Each transmittal
submitted to EFILE is encrypted and password protected for your protection.
For pricing information, see the Order
link on the menu.
Combined
Federal/State Filing Program - The IRS/IRB will
forward information to participating states free of charge for approved
filers. Separate reports to participating states are not necessary.
Although not all Information Returns can be filed under this program,
Account Ability automatically creates the appropriate reporting records
for each approved filer. For more information, contact IRS at 304-263-8700
or see the Combined Fed/State Filing topic on our FAQ
page.
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