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How to: Submit the State W-4

Welcome to our guide on how to submit the W4 in GreenSlate.

When an employee completes a timecard for a new work location, they will be prompted to complete the state W-4.

When you filled out your initial start work you provided us with your default state withholding preferences. Once you work in a new state we will require you fill out a specific state withholding form.

1. Click Start Work Packet

Navigate to the Start Work Packet module from the left navigation to begin the process.

Click Start Work Packet

2. Add W-4

In the start work packet, you will see the W-4 row. Click Add to start submitting your W-4 information.

Add W-4

3. Complete the Federal Filing Status

Next, click the calendar icon to determine the Company Hire Date. From the drop-down, select the Federal Filing Status.

Complete the Federal Filing Status

4. Fill out Dependents Section

Select the drop-downs to select the number of children or other dependents you have.

Fill out Dependents Section

5. Update Other Adjustments

If applicable, fill in the Other Adjustments fields, including Other Income, Deductions, or Extra Withholding.

Update Other Adjustments

6. Elect Global State Withholding

From the drop-down, select your State Filing Status.

Elect Global State Withholding

7. Type in Total Number Of State Allowances

Next, you will type in the Total Number of State Allowances and any Additional State Amount Withheld if applicable.

Type in Total Number Of State Allowances

8. Preview and Save Form

Click "Preview and Save" to submit your W4 form.

Preview and Save Form

That's it. You have successfully submitted the W4 in GreenSlate. If you have any questions or need more help, please visit our Help Center or reach out via email or chat..

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