Outsourced Sales Tax Compliance for Enterprise Finance Teams
We manage sales tax compliance operations end to end: nexus tracking support, return preparation, multi-state filings, reconciliations to the general ledger, notices coordination, and audit-ready documentation.
Why Enterprises Outsource Sales Tax Compliance
Sales tax compliance breaks at scale when volume and complexity outgrow internal capacity. Filing calendars multiply, taxability inputs change by channel, exemptions require documentation, and returns must reconcile cleanly to the books. Outsourcing sales tax compliance gives finance leadership predictable execution without adding headcount. The goal is controlled filings, documented approvals, and clean reconciliation, month after month.
What Outsourced Sales Tax Compliance Includes
Nexus tracking support and obligation monitoring- Return preparation and review-ready workpapers
- Multi-state filing and remittance coordination
- Reconciliation of returns to sales and liability accounts
- Exemption and resale certificate support workflows
- Notice intake and response coordination
- Audit-ready documentation and filing calendars
How Sales Tax Compliance Outsourcing Works
Scope definition by entities, states, filing cadence, and systems
Secure access setup and data intake from accounting and commerce systems
Monthly or quarterly return preparation with documented support
Internal approval workflow prior to filing
Filing and remittance coordination with audit logs retained
Reconciliation to the general ledger and close support schedules
Ongoing notice handling coordination and documentation retention
Reconciliation and Controls Built In
Enterprise sales tax compliance is not just filing. It is the discipline of reconciling returns to accounting records so liabilities are clean, approvals are documented, and audits do not trigger scramble work.
- Return to general ledger tie-out
- Variance review before filing
- Documented approval checkpoints
- Consistent filing calendars and cutoff controls
- Retained workpapers and supporting schedules
Systems and Data We Work With
- Accounting and ERP systems
- Ecommerce and marketplace reports
- Billing and revenue systems
- Existing tax engines or platforms
- Bank and payment records
No platform endorsements. We operate within your approved stack.
Who This Is Designed For
- Multi-state businesses with recurring filing requirements
- Ecommerce and digital sellers with complex channel reporting
- SaaS and subscription companies with taxability variability
- Enterprises managing multiple entities and liability accounts
- Finance teams preparing for audits, diligence, or growth
Connected to Enterprise Accounting Operations
Sales tax compliance operations work best when integrated into the accounting workflow. Filings, payments, and liabilities must align with month-end close and financial reporting.
Operational Outcomes Clients See
- On-time filings across required jurisdictions
- Cleaner sales tax liability accounts
- Reduced penalties from missed filings and documentation gaps
- Faster audit and notice response
- Predictable month-end close support for sales tax balances
Frequently Asked Questions
What is outsourced sales tax compliance?
Outsourced sales tax compliance is the execution of return preparation, filing workflows, reconciliation, documentation, and notices coordination by a dedicated operations team.
Do you handle multi-state sales tax filings?
Yes. We manage filings in jurisdictions where obligations exist, aligned to your filing calendar and approval workflow.
Do you provide sales tax advice or tax opinions?
No. This service focuses on execution and compliance operations. Tax advice and legal interpretation remain with your CPA or tax counsel.
Do you determine sales tax rates or product taxability?
No. We operate within your approved rules and systems, and we support documentation and reconciliation for filings.
Are returns reconciled to the general ledger?
Yes. Returns are reconciled to sales and sales tax liability accounts to support accurate financial reporting.
Can you help with sales tax notices and audits?
Yes. We coordinate notice intake, documentation, and response workflows and maintain audit-ready support.