Configure tax settings for accurate calculations and compliance.
Federal Tax Setup
- Navigate to Tax → Settings
- Enter Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Select business entity type
- Set fiscal year dates
- Choose accounting method (cash or accrual)
- Configure federal tax deposit schedule
State Tax Registration
Register for state taxes where you:
- Have physical presence (office, warehouse)
- Have employees working
- Meet economic nexus thresholds for sales tax
- Own property or equipment
Tax Types to Configure
- Income Tax: Federal and state corporate/business tax
- Payroll Tax: FICA, FUTA, SUTA, withholding
- Sales Tax: State and local sales tax rates
- Property Tax: Real estate and personal property
- Excise Tax: Industry-specific taxes
Tax Deposit Schedule
- Monthly: Tax liability under $50,000
- Semi-weekly: Tax liability over $50,000
- Next-day: Tax liability over $100,000 in any period
Important: SyncBooks automatically determines your deposit schedule based on your tax liability.