Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the third quarter of 2021. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements.

• Monday, August 2 Employers report income tax withholding and FICA taxes for the second quarter of 2021 (Form 941) and pay any tax due. Employers file a 2020 calendar-year retirement plan report (Form 5500 or Form 5500-EZ) or request an extension.
• Tuesday, August 10 Employers report income tax withholding and FICA taxes for second quarter 2021 (Form 941), if you deposited all associated taxes that were due in full and on time.
• Wednesday, September 15 Individuals pay the third installment of 2021 estimated taxes, if not paying income tax through withholding (Form 1040-ES). If a calendar-year corporation, pay the third installment of 2021 estimated income taxes.
• If a calendar-year S corporation or partnership that filed an automatic extension: File a 2020 income tax return (Form 1120S, Form 1065 or Form 1065-B) and pay any tax, interest, and penalties due.
• Make contributions for 2020 to certain employer-sponsored retirement plans. © 2021