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  1. Signing a 5500 Filing

    Overview: There are two methods to sign a completed 5500; you may either sign locally or via the portal. Portal.  To sign via the portal, the filing's preparer sets up a signer(s) to use the ftwilliam.com portal (under  Work with Signers/Port...
  2. 5500 Forms Settings, Batch Features

    The forms settings and batch features (Work With Signers/Portal Users, Batch/WorkFlow, Portal Settings and Portal Link) are available via links near the center of the "Form 5500 - Year" screen, just below the Acceptance Status line of the filing. ...
  3. How To Complete Batch Local Sign

    Once taken to the "Local Sign Batches - 20XX" screen. Click on "Create New Batch" in order to set up a batch. Option Two On the ftwilliam.com "Home" screen click on the Wolters Kluwer logo. In the drop-down box, click on "Batches" and then cl...
  4. 1099 Module FAQs and Supplementals

  5. IRS FIRE System Retirement and Transition to IRIS FAQ

    IRS FIRE System Retirement and Transition to IRIS The IRS is retiring the Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system and transitioning all filers to the Information Returns Intake System (IRIS). This article explains what is ch...
  6. General Navigation and Company / Plan Creation

  7. FTW Password Reset MFA Troubleshooting Guide

    If you are having trouble receiving your password reset code or email, please follow the steps below based on the method you are using.   Text Message Troubleshooting SMS Compatible Device:  Ensure your device can receive SMS messages and is ...
  8. 5330 Module FAQ and Supplementals

  9. 5330 FAQs

    Table of Contents Q1: What are the differences between subscription access? (5500 only vs 5330 add on) Q2: Do I need the 5500 module to access 5330 e-filing?  Q3: What is the purpose of the additional pages for the Schedule C ...
  10. 2023 Form 5330 Instructions

    Instructions for Form 5330 Return of Excise Taxes Related to Employee Benefit Plans (Rev. December 2023) View Official IRS Instructions   Table of Contents General Instructions Future Developments...