Closures
What is the State Tax Closure Service?
Closures, for short, are the natural counterpart to the registrations you already manage with us. Closures is a managed service that supports closing ...
What does Middesk's State Tax Closure service do for me exactly?
We manage the closure with the state agency on your behalf: preparing and submitting what the agency requires, working through their process, and foll...
What are the eligibility requirements to start a closure?
First, your payroll provider will need to verify your eligibility to help ensure your application will not be rejected by the State. To be eligible, y...
When can I use Closures?
Currently, there are 2 distinct use cases where Middesk supports the closure of a state payroll tax account that no longer needs to stay open. They ar...
Which states are supported?
Closures are available for all state agencies with a few exceptions. Due to restrictions on third-party access for the specific state system, t he fo...
What do I need to provide to start a closure?
First, your payroll provider will need to verify your eligibility to begin the STR Closure process and send you an invitation to close your state ta...
How long does a closure take?
Timing depends on the state agency since each one has its own work flows and processing timelines. We'll keep you updated as the Closure application...
How will I know my account is actually closed?
We'll update the status in your dashboard as your closure progresses, and we'll confirm with you via email once the state agency has closed the accoun...
Can I close multiple accounts at once?
No. You will need to initiate a separate request for each state and employer. As a prerequisite, eligibility needs to be determined by your payroll ...
What is out of scope for the Closures service - what doesn't Middesk do?
To set expectations clearly: Middesk does not file or pay your final taxes, returns, or any outstanding balances owed to the state. You'll still nee...
Onboarding / first-use guidance
As an employer, upon receiving your invitation email from your payroll provider, you will need to follow these steps to complete your Closure request:...
