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Our experts explained the sales tax implications of both drop shipping and fulfillment services, which are becoming a more common product delivery method due to increased internet sales.
Sales Tax Implications for Drop Shipping and Fulfillment Services
In this session we discussed how to identify common nexus triggers, the importance of registering before collecting, how to define physical presence, and the most common nexus exposures. Plus, we shared tips and best practices for staying compliant.
Nexus 101: Understanding Nexus Discovery and Voluntary Compliance Part 1
Nationally-recognized experts educated attendees on tools to better position your clients’ business in the event of an audit or when planning for future cloud purchases. They also led a discussion of key digital tax concepts like characterization, sourcing, the impact of contractual language, and more.
The Digital Tax Tsunami: What You Need to Know to Help Your Clients
Our tax experts discussed the Tax Foundation's recommendation and theory on expanding sales tax to include services as well as which states tax what services, and the likelihood of change.
Sales Tax on Services: Legislative Changes
During this session, we discussed the basics of filing your sales tax returns, including handling registrations, managing prepayments, prepayment calculations, and credits. If you work in multiple systems, then we covered some best practices for tracking due dates, notices, and managing filing and payment methods.
Sales Tax Returns 101
We covered the variety of reports available to AvaTax and Returns customers for the two final phases of sales tax compliance: reconciling and filing.
Essentials of Avalara Reports
and Reconciliation
This presentation discussed the roles and responsibilities associated with exemption compliance, including transaction level exemption methods and related exposure zones. Plus, we covered the value of an exemption certificate management system and how it can help reduce audit risk.
Essentials of Exemption Compliance
We dove into the ins and outs of Avalara's Managed Returns service and the process of approving monthly filings and accrual. We covered notice handling, the liability worksheet, carry forward credits,
and adjustments.
Essentials of Tax Compliance with Avalara Part 3
Which AvaTax reports are right for you as you reconcile and remit sales tax liabilities? We discussed reconciliation tips and tricks, keying in on resolving potential discrepancies between your accounting system’s general ledger and AvaTax.
Essentials of Tax Compliance with Avalara Part 2
During this session, we covered how to set your company up for
filing success through the lens of a tax supervisor or controller
and shared industry best practices in regards to identifying nexus, taxability, exemption, and registration exposures.
Essentials of Tax Compliance with Avalara Part 1
During this session, we covered how to set your company up for
filing success through the lens of a tax supervisor or controller
and shared industry best practices in regards to identifying nexus, taxability, exemption, and registration exposures.
Essentials of Tax Compliance with Avalara Part 1
Session highlights
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Avalara works to
keep you ahead of
tax compliance
Today’s rapidly changing landscape is full
of risk and uncertainty. At Avalara, we help businesses navigate this complex environment by providing solutions, tools, and resources, so that every business can proceed with more confidence and achieve success.
Check out this side-by-side visual detailing both sides of the case and what it means for companies under each scenario.
Will South Dakota v. Wayfair end “tax-free” shopping?
Infographic
The U.S. Supreme Court is likely to rule in just a matter of weeks on an online sales tax case that could change the way America shops online. And the way states tax online sales. And the numerous compliance hurdles that online retailers face.
Interview by Ryan Prete
Bloomberg Tax Q&A: Avalara’s Scott Peterson on Online Seller Compliance
Loren Chumley, KPMG LLC
Scott Peterson, Avalara
Get every little detail on updates across nearly two dozen states, from sales tax holidays to economic nexus to court decisions.
2018 State and Local Tax Legislation Updates
Related Session
The rules of tax-free selling are changing and may soon change even more with a South Dakota v. Wayfair decision. Meanwhile, states continue to enact their own legislation to tax internet sales. Keeping up with tax trends and taking action to mitigate compliance risk are key requirements for any growing business.
Legislative change is happening NOW
Takeaway #3
Get a crash course on how VAT is calculated and administered, how to apply VAT, when and how to file, along with other key topics to improve understanding and help with your processes.
International VAT for Dummies
Guide
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Author, Date
Media coverage headline here Media coverage headline here
Daniel L. Thompson, Thompson Tax & Associates, LLC
Judy Vorndran, TaxOps
Nearly 60 percent of audits are spread among just four industries, with one third of audits aimed at companies headquartered out of state.
Managing a Sales and Use Tax Audit
Related Session
Keeping up is harder than ever. As global markets become more attainable for sellers of all sizes, tax complexity and burden at the state, federal, and even global level has increased significantly. Businesses must stay on top of emerging trends and anticipate what’s next so they’re not caught off guard.
Stay compliant today, but plan
for tomorrow
Takeaway #2
Learn which rules apply to you when it comes to understanding how each state defines nexus or the requirement for sellers to collect and remit sales tax.
How to Create a Sales Tax
Nexus Checklist
Webinar
Between the new Tax Law, court cases impacting sales tax and nexus in general and a virtual tidal wave of new technology for tax and accounting work, it’s hard not feel a bit intimidated by it all.
Seth Fineberg, Managing Editor
Editor's Corner:
Don’t Fear the Tax Tsunami
Carolynn S. Kranz, Kranz & Associates, PLLC / Industry Sales Tax Solutions, LLC
Daniel L. Thompson, Thompson Tax & Associates, LLC
In 2017, more than 80 bills expanding the nexus and reporting requirements were introduced in over 30 states.
Nexus Changes and What's Next
Related Session
Digital transactions are rapidly changing the indirect tax landscape and keeping up can be onerous. Understanding the complexity and implications of economic and digital nexus and learning how to comply with various taxing authorities make the right automation tools a necessity.
Digital taxation is here, along with increased complexity
Takeaway #1
The end of
indirect taxes as we know them
The digital revolution and consumer buying preferences are disrupting the status quo. Tax policy and legislative changes contribute to further confusion. At CRUSH 2018, we gathered more than 600 professionals to share information and resources to help every business stay ahead. Check out our
top takeaways!
CRUSH DC 2018