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Bookkeeping and Tax Return services in West Virginia
West Virginia requires compliance with various tax obligations, including income, corporate, and sales taxes.
Bookkeeping Services offered by Meru Accounting In West Virginia
General Bookkeeping
- Transaction categorization and recording
- Bank and credit card reconciliation
- Cash flow management
- Data entry and maintenance
- Financial reporting preparation
Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Invoicing and billing
- Vendor payment management
- Customer payment tracking
- Aged receivables and payables reports
- Follow-up on overdue invoices
Payroll Processing
- Payroll setup and management
- Wage calculations and processing
- Direct deposit and paycheck distribution
- Payroll tax calculation and filing
- Year-end payroll reporting (W-2s, 1099s)
Financial Reporting and Statements
- Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Balance sheet preparation
- Profit and loss statements
- Cash flow statements
- Customized reports as per client needs
Tax Preparation Support
- Preparing documents for tax filing
- Organizing tax records and receipts
- Coordinating with tax professionals
- Sales tax, VAT, or GST filing support
- Estimated tax calculations
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Budget planning and management
- Financial forecasting
- Variance analysis
- Cost analysis and control
Inventory Management
- Tracking and managing stock levels
- Recording inventory purchases and usage
- Inventory reporting and valuation
- Assisting with cost of goods sold (COGS)
Bookkeeping Cleanup and Catch-up Services
- Organizing and updating past records
- Correcting discrepancies in accounts
- Reconciliation of historical data
- Financial statement corrections
Virtual CFO Services
- Strategic financial planning
- Financial analysis and advisory
- Profitability analysis
- Business metrics monitoring and KPI reporting
- Support for financial decision-making
West Virginia State Income Tax Rates:
Compliance Requirements:
Filing Deadlines:
- Individuals:West Virginia individual income tax returns are due by April 15th.
- Corporations: Corporate tax returns are due on the 15th day of the 4th month following the end of the taxable year.
Estimated Tax Payments :
- Corporations: Quarterly estimated payments are required if the tax due exceeds $500.
Sales Tax Compliance :
- Businesses:Businesses must collect and remit sales tax according to their assigned filing frequency (monthly, quarterly, or annually).
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Penalties for Non-Compliance:
- Late Filing/Payment Penalties: Penalties include up to 10% of the unpaid tax, with additional interest on unpaid amounts.
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Tax Services we offer in West Virginia
Here is a list of tax services we offer in West Virginia:
Individual Income Tax Preparation
- Preparation and filing of West Virginia personal income tax returns (Form IT-140).
- Assistance with claiming available tax credits, deductions, and exemptions to minimize tax liability.
- Filing for individuals with multiple income sources, including self-employed, rental income, or freelance income.
Corporate Income Tax Filing
- Preparation and filing of West Virginia corporate income tax returns (Form CIT-100).
- Guidance on business structure selection (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp) and its impact on state taxation.
- Assistance with state tax credits and deductions available for corporations, including those for manufacturing and research & development.
Sales and Use Tax Services
- Preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns for businesses (Form WV/ST-10).
- Guidance on sales tax exemptions and collection responsibilities for businesses engaged in taxable sales.
- Assistance with ensuring compliance with sales tax regulations and audits.
Business Franchise Tax
- Filing of West Virginia Franchise Tax returns (Form BFR-100).
- Assistance with determining taxable income and calculating tax liability for businesses operating in the state.
Property Tax
- Preparation and filing of personal property tax returns for businesses (Form PT-100).
- Assistance with compliance regarding the valuation of business personal property and applicable tax rates.
- Filing of real property tax returns for both residential and commercial properties, including assistance with appealing property valuations.
Estate and Inheritance Tax
- Preparation and filing of West Virginia estate tax returns for decedents (Form ET-1).
- Guidance on estate planning strategies to minimize inheritance tax for heirs.
- Assistance with filing returns and understanding state exemptions and rates related to inheritance.
Withholding Tax
- Assistance with West Virginia employee withholding tax (Form WV/IT-101).
- Filing and compliance for businesses with employees, including guidance on proper withholding rates and reporting.
West Virginia Tax Appeals and Audits
- Representation for businesses and individuals in tax audits conducted by the West Virginia State Tax Department.
- Assistance with filing tax appeals to dispute findings in audits or other state tax matters.
Nonprofit Tax Exemptions
- Assistance with filing for nonprofit tax exemptions and ensuring compliance with West Virginia state laws for nonprofit organizations.
- Guidance on tax-exempt status applications, annual reporting, and maintenance of compliance with state guidelines.
Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificates
- Helping businesses apply for sales tax exemption if they meet qualifying criteria, such as nonprofit organizations, government entities, and certain manufacturers.
Local Taxes and Compliance
- Preparation and filing of local taxes where applicable (city/county taxes in addition to state taxes).
- Guidance on tax rules for municipalities that have their own tax rates, such as business and occupation (B&O) tax, hotel occupancy tax, and other local taxes.
West Virginia State Tax Credits and Incentives
- Assistance in claiming available state tax credits including credits for:
- Investment in qualified manufacturing equipment.
- Research and development credits.
- Low-income housing and historic property rehabilitation credits.
Tax Filing for Remote Workers
- Filing taxes for individuals working remotely in West Virginia, ensuring compliance with state income tax rules, including the taxation of out-of-state workers.
Tax Planning and Consulting
- Proactive tax planning to help individuals and businesses minimize future tax liabilities.
- Detailed consultation services for state tax planning specific to West Virginia’s unique tax laws.
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Individual Income Tax Rates
Corporate Income Tax Rate
Sales Tax Rate
(State+Local)
Filing Deadlines
Estimated Tax Payments
Penalties for Non-compliance
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Alabama
2% - 5%
6.5%
4% + Local (varies)
April 15
Quarterly payments required
Late filing: 10% of tax due;
Late payment: 1% per month;
Interest: 5% per annum
Alaska
No state income tax
No state corporate tax
0%
(Local sales tax may apply)
April 15
No state requirement for estimated payments
Late payment: Interest and penalty of 5% of unpaid tax;
Collection costs may apply
Arizona
2.59% - 4.50%
4.9%
5.6% + Local(varies)
April 15
Quarterly payments required
Late filing: 4% per month, up to 25%;
Late payment: 1% per month, up to 16%
Arkansas
2.59% - 4.50%
4.9%
5.6% + Local(varies)
April 15
Quarterly payments required
Late filing: 4% per month, up to 25%;
Late payment: 1% per month, up to 16%