Enter the Employer Identification Number (EIN) and the name of the employer. 2. Enter the year for which the Form 940 is being filed. 3. Enter the total wages and tips paid to employees during the year. 4. Enter the total federal income tax withheld from employee wages. 5. Enter the total amount of unemployment taxes paid to the state during the year. 6. Enter any adjustments, such as tax credits, that apply to the total tax liability. 7. Enter the total tax liability due, if any. 8. Sign the form and enter the date. 9. Submit the form and payment, if any, to the IRS.