Business Tax Services & Tax Consulting

Serving businesses throughout 50 states and 25 countries, our team’s technical expertise and understanding of federal, state, local, and international tax matters is second to none. Our team of tax experts empower growth of public and private businesses through a myriad of business tax engagements, including planning, consulting, and compliance services.

We are not only good listeners, but we’re also experienced and creative thinkers, and we work to identify the solutions our clients need to move forward with confidence and support. We understand that the tax situations of your business and owners are often difficult to separate from one another. We consider the tax implications for all parties when we provide tax planning and advisory services. GBQ’s tax engagement team respects the taxation of corporations, partnerships, individuals, and trusts in virtually every state, and even across the globe.

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Business Income Tax Compliance

We help you navigate complex federal, state, and local income tax rules so your business stays fully compliant while minimizing unnecessary exposures. Our team prepares accurate, timely filings and proactively identifies opportunities to strengthen your overall tax position.

Tax Rate Minimization & Planning

GBQ's business tax and compliance team designs forward‑looking strategies to manage your effective tax rate and keep more of your earnings working for you. By continuously monitoring legislative changes and applying proven planning techniques, we help you achieve a sustainable, efficient tax profile.

Multi-State Tax Planning

Operating in multiple states brings a maze of varying tax rules, so we guide you through nexus determinations, apportionment, and compliance requirements to reduce risk. Our advisors help you optimize your footprint and avoid costly surprises across all relevant jurisdictions.

Property Tax Minimization

We analyze your real and personal property assessments to uncover savings opportunities and ensure you are not overpaying. Our team works with assessors, evaluates valuation methods, and supports appeals when necessary to help lower your overall tax burden.

Sales & Use Tax Consulting

From nexus issues to exemption strategies, we help you understand and manage the complex sales and use tax obligations that accompany growth. Our specialists identify compliance gaps, mitigate audit exposure, and streamline processes to keep operations running smoothly.

Succession Planning

We help business owners prepare for a smooth transition, whether through internal leadership, family ownership, or external sale. Our team evaluates tax implications, structuring options, and long‑term goals to create a plan that protects your legacy and supports future growth.

Tax Credit Studies

Our specialists identify and document eligible credits and incentives to reduce your overall tax liability while strengthening cash flow. We take a thorough, data‑driven approach to ensure your business captures every benefit available under current law.

Tax Dispute Resolution Services

When tax controversies arise, we advocate on your behalf to resolve issues efficiently and favorably. Our team helps manage audits, negotiate with taxing authorities, and develop defensible positions that protect your business and minimize disruption.

Registration & Qualification Consulting

Entering new markets often triggers registration and filing requirements, so we guide you through entity setup, state qualification, and ongoing compliance demands. GBQ's tax advisors help you establish a solid foundation so expansion doesn’t create unexpected tax or administrative hurdles.

Tax-Advantaged Merger, Acquisition, & Divestiture Consulting

The tax and compliance team at GBQ supports transactions by structuring deals that align with your strategic goals while optimizing tax outcomes. From diligence through integration, our team evaluates risks, identifies tax efficiencies, and helps you capture the full value of the transaction.

Alignment On Day One

We typically get involved early in the process, often before the letter of intent is signed, so we can influence the structure before it’s locked in. We’ll review the preliminary terms, model the tax outcomes, and identify opportunities or risks that should be addressed in negotiations.

After closing, we’ll handle the compliance work and identify post-transaction planning opportunities. Most deals create follow-on tax projects: entity restructuring, accounting method changes, state tax planning, and we’ll help you capture that value.

Business Tax & Compliance

Our Understanding Of Your Business Goes Far Beyond Financial Statements & Tax Returns

Alignment On Day One