How to Hire Your First Employee in Missouri
Hire your first employee in Missouri and set up everything required by state and federal law. This process covers obtaining an EIN, registering with Missouri's Department of Revenue and Division of Employment Security, setting up payroll and withholding, verifying employment eligibility, getting workers' comp insurance, and onboarding your new hire.
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0 of 6 steps completedStep-by-Step Instructions
1 Step 1: Obtain New EIN for LLC
Step 1: Obtain New EIN for LLC
Apply for a new Federal Employer Identification Number specifically for your LLC, separate from any previous sole proprietorship EIN.
EIN Application Service
Apply for your Federal Employer Identification Number through the IRS online system.
2 Step 2: Update Tax Registrations
Step 2: Update Tax Registrations
Update your Missouri tax registrations to reflect the new LLC structure and ensure proper tax classification.
Missouri Tax Registration
Register for all applicable Missouri state taxes including sales tax, withholding, and use tax.
3 Step 3: Prepare for First Employee
Step 3: Prepare for First Employee
Understand Missouri employment laws, required documentation, and compliance obligations before hiring your first employee.
Employment Law Compliance Kit
Complete guide to Missouri employment laws, required posters, and compliance requirements for new employers.
4 Step 4: Obtain Workers' Compensation
Step 4: Obtain Workers' Compensation
Secure required workers' compensation insurance coverage as mandated by Missouri law for businesses with employees.
Workers' Compensation Insurance
Required insurance coverage for businesses with employees in Missouri.
5 Step 5: Register for Unemployment Insurance
Step 5: Register for Unemployment Insurance
Register with Missouri Division of Employment Security for unemployment insurance contributions within 30 days of becoming liable.
Unemployment Insurance Registration
Register with Missouri for unemployment insurance contributions when hiring employees.
6 Step 6: Setup Payroll System
Step 6: Setup Payroll System
Establish a payroll system to handle employee wages, tax withholdings, and required reporting to federal and state agencies.
Payroll Service Setup
Professional payroll processing service to handle employee payments, taxes, and compliance.