Tax compliance is a crucial part of your business no matter how large or small it might be. Tax compliance is taxpayers’ decision to comply with tax laws and regulations by paying taxes timely and accurately. There are a lot of details to keep track of when you run a company and paying your taxes on time and accurately is something that will help your company succeed and prevent you from having to pay more than you need to.

Primary Tax Components for Companies

If you just launched a business or if you are new to running a company, there are lots of things you need to complete and be aware of when it comes to taxes. First you need to get an Employer Identification Number (EIN). This number is your federal tax ID number. Having this makes sure you can comply with your business’s tax liability. This should be your first step when you start a business. You will also need to pay corporate income taxes. Just like you need to pay individual income taxes you will need to pay them for your company.

Maintaining Tax Compliance

There are a lot of things that you need to be sure that you are ensuring compliance. Here are three tips to help you make sure you maintain compliance.

  1. Deadlines: The IRS has different deadlines that you need to keep track of. There are deadlines for filings, deposits, and payments. In order to maintain compliance, you must understand and meet all the deadlines.
  2. Accuracy: When you pay taxes you need to make sure they are accurate. Not being accurate with your taxes can cost you a lot more than you realize.
  3. Bookkeeping: Bookkeeping is a great way to keep up with your taxes. When tax time comes around and you do not have your bills organized and in line you are going to be in over your head. Keeping accurate records of your taxes allows you to provide the IRS with the correct information and documentation of your taxes.

All of these things might sound very overwhelming and confusing as a business owner. You spend so much time trying to run your company and keeping up with all the things you have to do. That is where Harvest Tax & Accounting comes in. We are here for all of your tax and bookkeeping needs. We will take the stress right off your shoulders when it comes to taxes. Contact us today so that we can help you run the most successful business you can.