1099-Etc

1099-Etc is a payroll and tax compliance software suite designed to assist businesses in preparing and filing various tax forms, including 1099, 941, 940, W-2, W-2C, W-3, W-3C, and state quarterly unemployment forms. According to the vendor, this software is suitable for businesses of all sizes, including accounting firms, payroll service providers, human resources departments, small business owners, and non-profit organizations.

Key Features

Payroll Software: The payroll software suite supports all 50 states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico, and is capable of calculating federal, state, and local payroll taxes. According to the vendor, it includes regularly updated tax tables and supports up to 1,999 payers and 9,999 employees per payer. The software offers features such as generating payroll checks, printing MICR checks, and supporting direct deposit and employee pay stubs.

W-2/1099 Forms Filer: This core software module is designed for preparing year-end forms, including W-2, W-3, and various 1099 forms. The vendor states that the module allows for easy data entry in a spreadsheet format with default values. It can calculate selected fields and supports importing data from different sources. The module also offers the capability to print forms on pre-printed forms or blank paper (Software Generated Forms module required), generate hash totals for data entry accuracy, and create encrypted PDF files for emailing reports.

Software Generated Forms: This feature eliminates the need for pre-printed forms by allowing users to print most forms on plain white paper directly from the printer. According to the vendor, it supports printing W-2, W-2C, W-3, and W-3C Copy A forms from the W-2/1099 Forms Filer and AMS Payroll modules. It is compatible with Windows printers and enables printing forms on blank paper.

AMS Payroll: AMS Payroll is an add-on module that facilitates payroll processing throughout the year, supporting both "live" and after-the-fact payroll. The vendor claims that it can calculate federal, state, and local payroll taxes and includes regularly updated tax tables. The module supports up to 1,999 payers and 9,999 employees per payer. It offers features such as printing MICR checks, supporting direct deposit, importing data from various sources, and exporting data to the W-2/1099 Forms Filer for year-end processing.

E-File: According to the vendor, this feature provides two e-file options: E-File Direct and E-File Services. E-File Direct allows for unlimited form filings with a flat fee and creates files for filing 1099 and W-2 forms with the IRS and SSA. It also supports state W-2 electronic filing. E-File Services charges per form and files forms electronically via a third-party vendor. The feature offers different service levels for customized e-filing needs and enables electronic filing of W-2s and 1099s, while also providing the option to print and mail recipient copies directly to employees.

Affordable Care Act Filer: The Affordable Care Act Filer feature helps businesses comply with ACA reporting requirements. According to the vendor, it automatically fills in Form 1095-B, Form 1095-C, and associated 1094 transmittal forms. It supports printing forms on pre-printed forms or blank paper (Software Generated Forms module required) and enables electronic filing of ACA Form 1095-B and Form 1095-C. The feature also facilitates printing and distribution of ACA filing forms to recipients. It supports up to 1,999 payers and 9,999 employees per payer and allows for data import from tab-delimited or comma-separated files.

1042-S Filer: This feature is a complete database system for generating Form 1042-S. According to the vendor, it supports up to 99,999 employees/recipients per payer and offers easy data entry using a spreadsheet format or importing from various file types. The module automatically fills in Form 1042-S and associated 1094 transmittal forms. It supports printing on pre-printed forms or blank paper using Software Generated Forms, creates acceptable files for electronic filing via the IRS AIR System, and provides reports on covered individuals and insured details for comprehensive reporting.