Payroll Report FAQ's

For most employments, your premium is based on employee earnings. This includes payroll and the actual value of any substitutes for monetary payments, including meals, housing, store certificates, merchandise, retailer credits, beef, etc. Maintaining accurate payroll records helps ensure proper classification and accurate billing.

How do I fill out my payroll report?


How can I correct a report?

  • If you submitted your report online, you can log into your Customer Connect account to make a one-time edit to the report.
  • If you need to make further edits or didn’t submit your report online, you can provide us your revisions over the phone at (406) 495-5000 or via email at stfpolicy@mt.gov.
  • You have up to three years to correct a payroll report.

When is my payroll report due?

The due date is listed in the upper right of your report. To keep your policy current, the report must be received by the due date.

How do I submit my payroll report?

I submitted my payroll report - what happens next?

  • A payroll report recap will be sent shortly after it is entered. The recap is a breakdown of payroll estimates by code in comparison to values you reported.
  • You may receive a bill. Any premium due will be on your next scheduled invoice date.

I have additional questions. Who can help me?

Who do I contact if I have questions about a code or if my business has changed, e.g. ownership, entity type, and/or operations?

  • If you have an agent, please reach out to your agent.
  • If you don’t have an agent or your agent isn’t available, you can reach out to MSF’s Customer Service Team at (406) 495-5000.