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How to Prepare for a Sales Tax Audit

  • August 13 2025
  • Julie Acomb

A sales tax audit is never fun. But you can be prepared.

Here’s how:

Maintain Accurate Records: Ensure invoices, receipts, and tax documentation are well-organized and stored for easy access.
Verify your

Point of Sale for accurate rates:
Confirm that all sales transactions include appropriate tax charges and document exemptions.

Re
concile Sales Data: Regularly compare sales tax collected with reported figures to identify discrepancies before an audit. Certus can help with this!

Understand Exemptions and Deductions: Keep clear documentation for any exempt sales to justify deductions during an audit.

Engage with Experts Early: Work with Certus to proactively review and validate your sales tax compliance.

Final Thoughts:
Sales tax audits can be daunting, but with preparation and expert support, you can minimize financial exposure and ensure compliance. If you're facing an audit or want to strengthen your tax strategy, reach out to us today!

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