Business Details
Expert Sales Tax Recovery & Consulting Services
Sales Tax Solutions (STS) specializes in identifying and recovering overpaid sales and use taxes for businesses of all sizes. Founded by a former executive from a leading national accounting firm, our team brings deep expertise in navigating complex state tax codes to uncover significant savings. We collaborate with CPA firms to complement their services, ensuring clients receive comprehensive tax optimization without duplicating existing efforts. Our contingency-based model ensures we only get paid when we deliver tangible results, aligning our success with yours. With experience across most U.S. states and a track record of recovering millions in refunds, we provide tailored solutions for multi-state tax planning, audit defense, and incentive negotiations.Our professionals are actively engaged with industry organizations like the AICPA and Institute of Management Accountants, reinforcing our commitment to ethical practices and industry leadership. By staying ahead of evolving tax regulations and court precedents, we help businesses minimize liabilities and maximize future savings, ensuring compliance while protecting profitability.
Services
Sales Tax Refunds
Audit Defense
Multi-State Planning
Tax Compliance
Nexus Analysis
Tax Training
Highlights and features
- We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring no risk for our clients.
- Our team has recovered millions in sales tax refunds nationwide.
- We specialize in complex sales tax issues that most CPA firms don't handle.
- Our experts stay current with daily changes in tax codes and court rulings.
- We work directly with CPA firms to enhance their clients' tax strategies.
What people say
Substantial savings
Hundreds of thousands
Expertise in tax code
Professional and knowledgeable
Recovered millions
Services
Sales Tax Refund Recovery
Our experts analyze historical transactions to identify overpaid sales taxes across multiple states. We recover millions for businesses through comprehensive reverse-audit studies, working on a contingency basis to ensure risk-free savings. Our deep understanding of evolving tax codes and court rulings uncovers exemptions that traditional accounting firms often miss.
State Tax Audit Defense
We represent businesses during state tax audits, protecting their rights and maximizing available credits. Our team negotiates with auditors to reduce assessments and secure favorable outcomes. With nationwide experience across diverse industries, we ensure clients receive full credit for all applicable exemptions while maintaining compliance with changing tax regulations.
Multi-State Tax Planning
Our professionals develop customized strategies to optimize tax liabilities for businesses operating across state lines. We analyze nexus thresholds, compliance requirements, and incentive programs to minimize exposure. Through technical memos and taxability matrices, we provide actionable insights that align with complex multistate operations and growth objectives.
Tax Research
We conduct in-depth research on evolving state tax codes and court rulings to identify savings opportunities. Our technical memos clarify ambiguous regulations affecting specific industries. By staying current with daily legal changes, we help businesses implement compliance measures that prevent future overpayments while maximizing available exemptions and incentives.
Nexus Analysis
Our team evaluates potential sales tax liabilities in states where businesses maintain operations. We determine nexus thresholds and compliance requirements to address exposures that could arise during audits. This proactive review helps businesses avoid costly penalties while maintaining proper compliance with multistate tax obligations.
People
James Neff
Founder
James Neff founded Sales Tax Solutions with a mission to help businesses navigate complex tax codes. With decades of experience in sales tax consulting, he specializes in identifying undetected exemptions and leading high-impact refund recovery projects. His expertise in multistate tax issues has saved clients millions through strategic negotiations and comprehensive compliance solutions.
Questions
How can I determine if my business overpaid sales taxes?
Our free initial analysis reviews your transaction history to identify potential overpayments. We only proceed with your approval and work on a contingency basis, so there's no risk.
What states do you provide services for?
Our expertise covers all U.S. states. We specialize in multistate tax planning and have successfully recovered refunds across diverse jurisdictions with varying compliance requirements.
How does your contingency fee model work?
We only get paid when we recover refunds. Our fee is a percentage of the savings based on the state-specific statute of limitations, ensuring your business retains maximum benefits.
Do you work directly with my existing CPA firm?
Yes, we collaborate with your CPA to enhance their services. This ensures continuity while providing specialized sales tax expertise that complements their traditional accounting focus.
What documentation is required for a refund study?
We typically need purchase records, vendor invoices, and prior tax filings. Our process minimizes client involvement, requiring only limited access to documentation for a comprehensive analysis.
