Register/File 1017e
All employers, once registered and determined liable under the Michigan Employment Security (MES) Act, are required by law to provide wage detail information on a quarterly basis to the UIA.
Two options are available to file Wage Detail Reports (Form UIA 1017) using our electronic service. Through registering for an Employer Web Account, an employer or their designated representative can file the Wage Detail Report (1017e) on-line or through an electronic file submit (EFS). In addition to these two services, the registration for the Employer Web Account also allows an employer to file Quarterly Tax Reports, make electronic Tax Payments, Request Tax Statements and Access/Update UIA Account Information on-line.
The 1017e is generally used by those who employ a small number of people and typically report on paper. The EFS feature was created for large employers that file by tape. However, the employers have the option to report using either e-filing process.
Our electronic service is easy, fast, secure and convenient. Employers become free from handling paper, tapes, packaging and postage. Employers also benefit because wage information is recorded and available the next business day after being sent by employers. Our wage database is more accurate as a result of e-filing and unemployment claims are being handled faster.
To use this on-line service for Wage Reports that are due by the 25th day of the month following the end of the quarter, please create an Employer Web Account as soon as possible if you have not already done so. A password is required to use this account. Once registered, a password will be mailed to you in a confirmation letter sent to your business address of record. Once you have your password, you may file your 1017e or EFS by the due dates.
To get started in setting up your Employer Web Account, visit: https://webacct.unemployment.state.mi.us. Click on the link ‘Register as a new user' and follow the steps. A web account is necessary so that unauthorized people cannot view sensitive data or submit false information. It is recommended that you read the Employer Web Account Manager (EWAM) instructions. These instructions can be found by clicking on the ‘Help' link once you enter the Employer Web Account site.
Employers may manage their web account, change their password, username, and contact information, view account information and add or change authorized users to their account. Adding users enables employers to authorize others to act on their behalf. For instance, an employer may authorize one employee to perform a certain function while having a second employee handle another function.
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