[PR] How to setup a Pre-Tax Deduction Group

Created by Crystal Millington, Modified on Mon, 29 Dec at 4:04 PM by Crystal Millington

Pretax Groups (for 401K Deductions)

  • Purpose: Used when multiple deductions share the same limit, mainly for 401K.

  • Example: Setting up a 401K pretax group with 2021 limits.

  • Who Needs It: Anyone with a 401K and catch-up contributions.

  • Reminder: Update the limits every calendar year.

Link to IRS webpage 

Steps:

  1. Open the PR Pre-Tax Deduction Group form.

  2. Click the paper icon to create a new record.

  3. Description: Enter a meaningful name (up to 30 characters).

Limits to Set:

  • Standard Annual Contribution Limit: $23,500 (2025 401K limit)

    • Applies to all deduction codes in this group.

    • If left at 0.00, Vista calculates $0.00.

    • Can be overridden at the employee level if using E-Employee calculation category.

  • Catch-Up Annual Contribution Limit: $7,500 (for employees 50+)

    • Applies across all catch-up contributions (e.g., traditional + Roth 401K).

  • Annual Compensation Limit: 0.00 (no limit on employer match)

    • Applies across all employer match liabilities.

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