Atto Payroll helps streamline payroll operations by automating tax filings, handling deductions, and supporting benefit and garnishment processing. This guide outlines how we support your team in managing payroll accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with tax regulations.
Payroll Tax Filings and Payments
Once you process payroll in Atto, everything tax-related is taken care of automatically:
Tax Calculation: Atto calculates federal, state, and local payroll taxes based on the latest regulations.
Tax Deposits: Taxes are deposited into the appropriate government accounts.
Tax Filing: Atto files all required payroll tax returns on your behalf.
These automations ensure:
Accuracy – Avoid costly errors with up-to-date tax calculations.
Timeliness – Stay ahead of filing deadlines and prevent penalties.
Convenience – Minimize manual work with automatic filings and payments.
Handling Multiple Tax Jurisdictions
Atto Payroll supports businesses that operate across various tax jurisdictions:
Federal, State & Local Taxes: All levels of payroll tax processing are handled for you.
Complex Scenarios: Garnishments, child support, and other withholdings are calculated and processed correctly.
Built-In Compliance: We update our system as laws change to maintain compliance in all supported states and localities.
Compliance with Tax Laws
We prioritize full compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements:
Regulation Monitoring: Our team continuously monitors tax law changes across jurisdictions.
Automated Calculations: Ensures accurate withholding from every paycheck.
On-Time Filing: Prevents interest and penalties from missed deadlines.
Detailed Tax Reports: Gives you visibility into your filings and helps identify any discrepancies.
Payroll Tax Forms
Atto makes end-of-year and ongoing payroll documentation simple:
W-2s and 1099s: Automatically generated for employees and contractors.
Electronic Filing: Forms are filed electronically to save time and reduce errors.
Other Forms Included:
IRS Forms: 940, 941, W-4
State Forms: Withholding Returns, Unemployment/Wage Detail Returns
Local Forms (where applicable)
Managing Deductions, Benefits & Garnishments
Atto supports flexible payroll setups tailored to your business:
Deductions
Pre-Tax: Health insurance premiums, retirement contributions (e.g. 401(k)), child support.
Post-Tax: Union dues, parking fees, charitable contributions.
Garnishments
Handles court-ordered deductions such as child support, back taxes, or student loans, and ensures they are processed according to legal requirements.
With Atto, you can configure deduction and benefit rules based on your internal policies or external obligations—ensuring both accuracy and legal compliance.
Need more help?
Reach out to our team — we’re here to support you every step of the way.