Accounting & Tax Compliance for United States
Bookkeeping, VAT/GST, payroll and reporting for businesses in United States, delivered by GstMan and Apskaita Solutions.
Accounting and tax in United States at a glance
| Item | Summary (indicative, October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Authority | IRS and state revenue departments |
| Indirect tax | No federal VAT. Sales tax is state-level; economic nexus rules apply to remote sellers. |
| Corporate tax | Federal corporate income tax 21%, plus state taxes. |
Rates and thresholds change. Verify with the national tax authority. Statutory sign-off may require a locally licensed professional.
Typical compliance calendar
- Federal returns: Form 1120 (C-corp), 1120-S, 1065, Schedule C
- Payroll: Forms 941, W-2, 1099-NEC (31 January)
- State sales tax, franchise tax and annual reports
- Form 5472 for foreign-owned US entities
- FBAR and Form 8938 for foreign accounts
- Bookkeeping in US GAAP is central to our accounting partner Apskaita Solutions.
- Due dates vary by entity type and state.
What GstMan and Apskaita Solutions handle
- Outsourced bookkeeping and accounting
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Payroll processing
- VAT / GST return preparation
- Management reports and KPI dashboards
- Year-end accounts and tax computation support
- Software setup (Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage, Tally)
- AI-based reconciliation and automation
Businesses we support
For Indian founders, NRIs and cross-border businesses
Indians in the USA must report worldwide income and Indian assets (FBAR/FATCA), with India-US DTAA credit. We also coordinate Indian filings (GST, ITR, FEMA) for cross-border structures and NRIs. See NRI tax filing from United States.
Delivered with Apskaita Solutions
GstMan collaborates with Apskaita Solutions, a bookkeeping and accounting outsourcing firm with US GAAP focus and global clients, offering 24/7 global support, AI-driven reconciliation and virtual finance teams. Local statutory sign-off is coordinated with licensed professionals in United States where required.
Frequently asked questions
Can GstMan handle accounting for businesses in United States?
Yes. We provide bookkeeping, payables/receivables, payroll, VAT/GST return preparation and reporting with our partner Apskaita Solutions, and coordinate local licensed advisers for statutory sign-off.
Which accounting software do you use for United States clients?
We work in the software you prefer, such as Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage or Tally, and can set it up for you.
How do I start?
Message us on WhatsApp or send the enquiry form with your business type and country. We will share a scope and proposal.
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