How to properly close my EDD claim after finding a job?

Congrats on the new job! You don't actually need to formally 'close' your claim. When you certify for the weeks that include your start date, you'll report your employment and earnings. For that certification, just make sure to: 1. Answer 'Yes' to the question about whether you worked or earned money 2. Report ALL earnings for the week (even if you haven't been paid yet) 3. Answer 'No' to the question asking if you're looking for work After that, you can simply stop certifying. Your claim stays open technically for the benefit year, but no payments will be issued if you don't certify. If for some reason you need benefits again before your benefit year ends, you can just start certifying again.

Yes, definitely certify for the weeks you were actually unemployed! EDD doesn't automatically know when you start working again, so certifying correctly for your last weeks of unemployment ensures you get all the benefits you're entitled to. Just be 100% accurate about your start date and earnings when you do that final certification.

I've been through this exact situation. The advice above is spot on. I'll just add that you should keep your UI Online account information (username/password) somewhere safe. If anything happens with the new job in the next 12 months, you'll still be on the same benefit year and might be able to reopen the same claim without filing a whole new application. Also, print or save digital copies of your payment history before you forget about it. You might need that info for tax purposes next year.

when i went back to work i just stoped cetifying. nobidy told me there was rules about it lol. that was 2 years ago and nothing bad happened to me so i think ur overthinking it tbh

I HAD THE WORST EXPERIENCE trying to reach EDD when I had a question about going back to work. Spent DAYS calling that stupid 800 number and couldn't get through. The system is totally broken! After trying for a week, I finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and it actually worked - got through to a real person in about 30 minutes. They have a demo video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The rep confirmed exactly what everyone here is saying - report your new employment on your last certification, be accurate about your earnings, and then stop certifying. Don't overthink it.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you keep certifying until your actual start date! I thought I had a job lined up last year so I stopped certifying, then the offer fell through at the last minute. Had to reopen my claim and it was a huge hassle with a 3-week gap where I got no benefits. Don't make my mistake!

Does your new job have a probation period? Mine did and I was worried about what would happen if it didn't work out during the first 90 days. My friend told me that if you get let go during probation and it's within the same benefit year, you can sometimes just reopen your claim without filing a whole new application. might be good to know just in case!

Congratulations on your new job! To summarize what everyone has said: 1. Complete your final certification accurately, reporting your employment and earnings 2. After that, simply stop certifying 3. Keep your EDD account information and payment records 4. Your claim remains technically open for the benefit year This approach ensures you receive all benefits you're entitled to while properly notifying EDD of your employment status. Best of luck with your new position!