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AUDIT READINESS

CHECKLIST

Use this checklist to ensure you have the documentation, processes, and controls in place to respond to a sales & use tax audit with confidence.

Being prepared today can reduce risk, minimize stress, and improve audit outcomes.

Checklist Overview

Our Audit Readiness Checklist covers five critical areas to help you identify gaps, reduce risk, and be prepared when an auditor asks.

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CERTIFICATE MANAGEMENT

Collect, validate, and maintain complete and accurate exemption certificates for all applicable customers.

EXPIRATION MONITORING & RENEWALS

Track expiration dates, send renewal reminders, and ensure certificates are updated and remain valid.

DOCUMENTATION & RECORD KEEPING

Store records securely, maintain supporting documentation, and ensure easy access and retrieval when needed.

REPORTING &
DATA ACCURACY

Ensure sales and use tax data is accurate, reconciled, and properly supported with documentation.

AUDIT RESPONSE PREPARATION

Define roles, prepare key documents, and establish a process to respond confidently to auditor requests.

Stay Prepared. Stay Confident.

Use this checklist to strengthen your processes and be audit ready.

Reduce Risk

Identify gaps and mitigate potential audit exposure before it's uncovered.

Improve Efficiency

Streamline processes and centralize your documentation.

Ensure Compliance

Meet state requirements and maintain well-supported exemptions.

Be Audit Ready

Respond faster and with confidence when an auditor asks.

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