FORM 17 - Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld and W-2/1099 Transmittal
This file contains the instructions and details needed to reconcile income taxes withheld and W-2/1099 transmittal for the Regional Income Tax Agency (R.I.T.A.). It provides guidelines on filling the form, submitting the required documents, and distributing taxes to appropriate municipalities. It's crucial for employers to complete this form accurately to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
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To fill out this form accurately, follow these detailed instructions. Each section of the form requires specific information about your company's federal employer identification number, withheld taxes, and employee details. Make sure to double-check all entries for accuracy before submission, and don't forget to sign and date the form.

How to fill out the FORM 17 - Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld and W-2/1099 Transmittal?
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Print the company's federal employer identification number, name, and address in the designated area.
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List the amount of workplace wages and taxes withheld for each period a Form 11 was filed.
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In Section 3, list the total number of R.I.T.A. W-2's and 1099's issued and the total number of employees working at year-end.
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Distribute the withheld taxes to each municipality where employees worked.
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Sign and date the form.
Who needs the FORM 17 - Reconciliation of Income Tax Withheld and W-2/1099 Transmittal?
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Employers who deduct municipal income tax from employee wages.
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Businesses required to submit W-2/1099 forms to R.I.T.A.
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HR departments that manage payroll and tax reporting for employees.
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Tax professionals assisting companies with local tax compliance.
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Companies that had employee withholding deductions in the previous calendar year.
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What are the instructions for submitting this form?
To submit this form, you can mail it to the Regional Income Tax Agency at P.O. Box 477900, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147-7900. For assistance, call Cleveland Local: (440) 526-0900, Toll Free: (800) 860-RITA (7482), Columbus Toll Free: (866) 721-RITA (7482), or Youngstown Toll Free: (866) 750-RITA (7482). My advice: double-check all information provided on the form for accuracy and compliance before submission.
What are the important dates for this form in 2024 and 2025?
The form must be filed on or before the last day of February in 2024 and 2025.

What is the purpose of this form?
The primary purpose of Form 17 is to reconcile income tax withheld from employees' wages with the corresponding W-2/1099 transmittals submitted to the Regional Income Tax Agency (R.I.T.A.). Employers must provide accurate details about workplace and residence taxes withheld, ensuring that totals match the amounts previously reported on Form 11. Accurate reconciliation helps maintain compliance with municipal tax laws and regulations, avoiding potential penalties or discrepancies.

Tell me about this form and its components and fields line-by-line.

- 1. Federal Employer Identification Number: This field requires the company's federal employer identification number.
- 2. Company Name and Address: Enter the company's name and address in this field.
- 3. Workplace Wages and Taxes Withheld: List the amount of workplace wages and taxes withheld for each period a Form 11 was filed.
- 4. Residence Taxes Withheld: Note the residence tax withheld for each period in this section.
- 5. Total Number of Employees: Provide the total number of employees working at year-end for which municipal income tax has been withheld.
- 6. Distribute Totals to Municipalities: Distribute the total wages and taxes withheld to each municipality where employees worked.
- 7. Signature and Date: Sign and date the form, providing a contact phone number.
What happens if I fail to submit this form?
Failing to submit this form can result in significant issues for employers.
- Penalties: Employers may face penalties for failing to submit the form by the deadline.
- Compliance Issues: Failure to reconcile income taxes may lead to non-compliance with local tax laws.
- Inaccurate Tax Reporting: Not submitting the form can result in discrepancies and inaccurate reporting of tax deductions.
How do I know when to use this form?

- 1. Annual Tax Reconciliation: When reconciling annual income tax with W-2/1099 submissions.
- 2. Municipal Tax Reporting: To report and distribute withheld taxes to appropriate municipalities.
- 3. Employee Tax Deductions: To ensure accurate reporting of employee withholding deductions.
- 4. Regulatory Compliance: To comply with local tax regulations and avoid penalties.
- 5. Tracking Tax Payments: To track and verify tax payments made throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fill out Form 17?
Follow the detailed instructions in the form, providing your company's federal employer identification number, withheld taxes, and employee details. Sign and date the form.
Who needs to use this form?
Employers who have deducted municipal income taxes from employee wages and need to reconcile those amounts with W-2/1099 submissions to R.I.T.A.
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What happens if there are errors in the form?
Double-check all entries before submission to ensure accuracy and compliance with local tax regulations.
Can I use PrintFriendly to validate my W-2 file?
Yes, use R.I.T.A.'s online W-2 verification application to validate your file.
Is there a deadline for submitting this form?
Yes, the form must be filed by the last day of February following the calendar year in which employee withholding deductions were made.
Where can I find additional guidelines for this form?
Refer to the instructions provided in the form or visit www.ritaohio.com for more details.
How do I distribute the withheld taxes to municipalities?
Distribute the totals to each municipality where the wages were earned and where the tax was withheld, as per the instructions in the form.
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