The Form W-2 remains one of the most critical year-end reporting documents that payroll departments must process accurately and on time. This webinar provides a comprehensive review of the IRS Form W-2 requirements for 2026, including the latest reporting changes associated with the OBBBA. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how to properly complete, reconcile, file, and correct Form W-2s while avoiding costly penalties and compliance errors.

    Designed for payroll, HR, accounting, and compliance professionals, this session includes a detailed box-by-box explanation of Form W-2 reporting requirements, electronic filing thresholds for 2026, and best practices for reconciling Forms W-2 and 941. The webinar also reviews electronic delivery requirements, handling duplicate employee requests, and the proper use of Form W-2c for corrections. With increased penalties for inaccurate reporting, this training emphasizes the importance of verifying employee names and Social Security numbers using SSA database validation processes.

    Why Should You Attend?

    This webinar provides practical guidance and actionable compliance strategies for payroll and HR professionals responsible for year-end reporting. Attendees will leave with the knowledge needed to improve reporting accuracy, streamline W-2 processes, and confidently manage evolving payroll compliance requirements for 2026.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Gain a clear understanding of the latest 2026 Form W-2 compliance requirements and reporting updates
    • Learn practical best practices for accurate W-2 preparation, reconciliation, and filing
    • Understand how to reduce costly reporting errors and avoid increased IRS penalties
    • Discover when and how to properly correct W-2 errors using Form W-2c
    • Improve your confidence in managing year-end payroll reporting and employee documentation requirements

    Session Highlights:

    • Changes to the Form W-2 for 2026, including the new reporting requirements for the OBBBA
    • Electronic filing thresholds for 2026 and employer filing responsibilities
    • Line-by-line completion and reconciliation of Form W-2 with Form 941
    • Electronic delivery requirements for employee W-2s and how to establish a compliant program
    • Proper use of Form W-2c, correction procedures, and avoiding penalties for incorrect reporting

    Who Will Benefit:

    • Payroll Executives, Managers, Administrators, Professionals, Practitioners, and Entry-Level Personnel
    • Human Resources Executives, Managers, and Administrators
    • Accounting Personnel
    • Business Owners, Executive Officers, Operations Managers, and Departmental Managers
    • Attorneys, Legal Professionals, Lawmakers, and any individual responsible for payroll compliance requirements

    HRCI Credits | SHRM Credits

    • HRCI : 1.5| SHRM : 1.5
    • HRCI Credits: 1.5
    • SHRM Credits: 1.5

    Pioneer Educator is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM. This program is valid for 1.0 PDCs for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM. For more information about certification or recertification, please portal.shrm.org.

    HR Certification Institute’s® (https://www.hrci.org) official seal confirms that Pioneer Educator meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.

    This Program, has been approved for 1.0  HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

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