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Oregon Employment Department
OTTER HOME PAGE
 
 The software for reporting Oregon combined payroll taxes is called the Oregon Tax Employer Reporting System (OTTER).
 
 
NOTICE: OTTER 2012 v2.18.0 will not be available for download until March 2012.
  
Learn about the Benefits of Using OTTER

OTTER Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
   
Computer system requirements are:
  • Operating system of Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 (32 or 64-bit)
  • A Pentium microprocessor or higher
  • 128MB RAM, though 256MB is preferred
  • 20MB free space on the system hard drive

 
Important Features 
  • You can send in your quarterly combined payroll report file by attaching it to our secure server. Please note that we no longer accept diskettes.
  • Instructions PDF Document for transferring your OTTER report to the secure server. 
  • OTTER allows you to import your payroll data from your own payroll software.
  • You can copy one quarter to the next so that you don´t have to key in data each quarter.
  • There are Help screens available from any location by just pressing F1.
  • You can validate multiple quarters for multiple businesses all in one process.
 
If you have any problems while using OTTER that you cannot resolve using the help screens, please call (503) 947-1544 option 6. OTTER technical support hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Make certain you or someone with you has sufficient computer knowledge to copy files, download files, change settings, view files in your C drive, make icons, and find your windows\system directory. If not, please use the documentation that came with your computer. If you are unable to reach a staff member immediately by phone, please leave a detailed message and we will return your call as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause and appreciate your patience.
 
If you are unable to download the software, you may use our online form to order an OTTER CD, or call us at (503) 947-1488, or send email to taxinfo@emp.state.or.us.
 
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Find out more about OTTER
 
The Quick Reference Guide includes the features of the new program, setup instructions, toolbar buttons, and where to call for technical support.

 

 

Page updated: February 06, 2012