by Vicki M. Lambert, The Payroll Advisor
Managing unemployment insurance tax compliance is a core responsibility for employers in Wisconsin.
Our guide provides HR and payroll teams with clear, practical guidance on how FUTA and SUTA apply at both the federal and state level, helping employers understand their obligations, manage unemployment insurance contributions accurately and stay compliant with Wisconsin requirements.
Tailored for HR decision‑makers, our guide explains Wisconsin‑specific unemployment insurance rules, outlines employer responsibilities and highlights key payroll and reporting considerations.
With expert insight from Brightmine, HR teams can reduce compliance risk, support accurate payroll processes and confidently manage unemployment insurance as part of their wider HR compliance strategy.
In this guide, learn about:
- Determining Unemployment Tax Coverage
- Truckers, Loggers and Nonprofit or Government Worker h3
- SUI Taxable Wages
- Taxable Wage Base
- Contribution Rates
- Experience Rating Method
- SUTA Dumping
- Voluntary Contributions
- Joint or Combined Accounts
- Quarterly Reporting Requirements
- Penalties
- Deferred Payments
- Electronic Filing Requirements
- Benefit Overpayments
- Multiple Worksite Reporting
- Recordkeeping Requirements
- Future Developments
Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.
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About the author

Vicki M. Lambert, The Payroll Advisor
Vicki M. Lambert, CPP has over 30 years of hands-on experience in all facets of payroll functions and over 20 years as a trainer and author. She has conducted open market training seminars and lectured extensively on payroll administration and compliance issues for clients such as ADP, CCH Incorporated, Ceridian Employer Services, and The Employer Group.
She conceived, coordinated and wrote the manuals for the Payroll Practice and Management certificate program offered through the Extended Education Offices of Chapman University, California State University Long Beach; National University; and California State University, Northridge.
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