NY State · Sales Tax

Facing a NY State Sales Tax Audit or Back Taxes?

New York State pursues unpaid sales tax aggressively — audits, assessments, and collection action can move faster than IRS cases, and business owners are often held personally liable regardless of entity structure.

If any of this applies to you, call now

A licensed CPA, not a call center. Alex Volkov is a New York–licensed CPA with 19 years in accounting and tax, and he personally works every case.

Flat fee, quoted before any work begins. No hourly meter, no surprise bills. Start with a free call — talk it through with a CPA at no charge. Engagements start at $2,000 — our rate is $350/hr, scoped and quoted flat upfront, so the number never moves. Your exact quote comes after a free call.

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How Alex handles NY sales tax cases

  1. Audit representation. Alex represents you directly with NY State — you don't deal with the auditor yourself.
  2. Exposure and liability review. Determine what's actually owed, whether personal liability applies, and what your options are.
  3. Resolution. Payment plans, penalty abatement, or negotiated settlement, depending on your situation.

Common questions

Can NY State hold me personally liable for my business's sales tax?

Often, yes. New York holds business owners and officers personally liable for unpaid sales tax regardless of entity structure. Whether it applies to you is the first thing to determine.

What's the difference between a sales tax audit and an assessment?

An audit is the state reviewing your records; an assessment is the bill that follows. Both have deadlines and appeal rights — missing them narrows your options fast, so don't sit on the notice.

I received a warrant notice from NY State. What now?

A tax warrant is a serious collection step — it can lead to levies and liens. Act immediately: a CPA can review what's owed, whether personal liability applies, and what resolution fits your situation.

Can I set up a payment plan with NY State?

Often, yes — New York offers installment options, and penalty abatement or negotiated settlement may be available depending on the case. The right structure depends on your numbers, which is what a free call sorts out.

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