Avinash V.

Expert Sales & Use Tax | Canadian Tax | Australian Tax | Franchise Tax | Lodging Tax | Payroll Professional | 10+ Years Experience | Avalara, Vertex, CCH, TaxJar Proficient

With over ten years of dedicated experience in U.S. Sales and Use Tax, Canadian Tax, Australian Tax, and other indirect tax compliance areas, I offer a comprehensive skill set to simplify complex tax challenges and ensure seamless regulatory compliance. My expertise spans multiple industries, including healthcare, software, retail, wholesale, and e-commerce, enabling me to provide practical, results-oriented solutions.

I specialize in helping businesses minimize tax risks, streamline compliance processes, and stay ahead of ever-changing tax regulations across the U.S., Canada, and Australia.

My Core Offerings Include:
• Sales & Use Tax Return Preparation & Filing: Meticulous and timely preparation and filing of sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Canadian GST/HST/PST Compliance: Full support for Canadian federal and provincial indirect tax registrations, return preparation, and compliance.
• Australian GST Compliance: Expertise in Australian GST reporting, BAS filing, and compliance for businesses operating in or selling to Australia.
• US Franchise Tax Services: Assistance with state franchise tax compliance, reporting, and strategic planning to minimize liabilities.
• US Lodging Tax Compliance: Preparation and filing of lodging and occupancy tax returns for hotels, short-term rentals, and other hospitality businesses.
• US Payroll Tax Filings: Comprehensive payroll tax compliance, including multi-state registrations, filings, and reconciliation of payroll-related taxes.
• Sales & Use Tax Registrations: Efficient guidance and execution of sales tax registrations in all necessary U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
• Taxability Matrix Development: Precise determination of product and service taxability to ensure accurate compliance and mitigate risks.
• Economic Nexus Studies: Comprehensive analysis to define your sales tax obligations in various states, ensuring full awareness and compliance.
• Marketplace Seller & Facilitator Expertise: Specialized guidance on complex marketplace rules, particularly crucial for Shopify and other e-commerce platforms.
• Exemption Certificate Management: Streamlined and automated processes for managing exemption certificates, reducing administrative burden.
• Tax Transformation Initiatives: Assisting clients in optimizing tax processes for greater efficiency and compliance with evolving regulations. • Strategic Data Analysis: Leveraging strong analytical skills to provide actionable insights for informed tax planning and decision-making. • Proficiency in Tax Software: Expert command of leading tax software including Avalara, TaxJar, Shopify, Vertex, and CCH. • Voluntary Disclosure Services: Discreet representation to jurisdictions to negotiate favorable voluntary compliance settlement agreements, maintaining your company's anonymity. • Robust Audit Defense & Appeals: Proven success in defending companies against unjust tax assessments and successfully appealing decisions, saving clients millions in unfair sales & transaction tax liabilities.