Borders crossed, taxes counted: navigating US tax compliance with Avalara

Event information

Expanding into the US offers exciting growth potential for businesses headquartered in the UK and Europe—but it also introduces new tax challenges. This webinar provides a high-level discussion on what you need to know about US sales tax compliance, including how to determine where you have nexus, what to do when selling across state lines, and how to handle harmonised system (HS) codes.

The webinar will help you to understand your US sales tax obligation, explaining what triggers tax responsibilities in each state and how state-by-state rules impact your liability, from economic thresholds to physical presence. We will explore the key aspects of compliance: understanding the steps and requirements to register with state tax authorities, and exploring how automation can simplify calculating, collecting, and remitting sales and use tax across jurisdictions. Discover best practices for handling exempt sales and storing the right documentation; learn how to navigate HS codes, classify products accurately, and streamline cross-border transactions ensuring you can manage complexity at scale.

Key topics

• Understanding where and when you have US sales tax obligations (nexus).
• Registering with the appropriate tax authorities.
• Calculating and collecting sales and use tax across multiple jurisdictions.
• Managing exempt sales and tax documentation.
• Navigating cross-border commerce complexities and product classification.

About the speaker

Conor Kirkland, Cross-Border Trade Executive, Avalara Conor helps businesses expand globally while navigating the complexities of international tax compliance. With a deep understanding of the challenges facing companies selling across borders - from regulatory changes to system integration - Conor partners with stakeholders to design scalable, practical solutions that support long-term growth.

Sulaiman Miah, Tax Technology Manager, EMEA Sulaiman helps businesses simplify and automate their indirect tax obligations as they expand across borders and into new jurisdictions. He brings deep expertise in VAT determination, US sales and use tax, and Avalara’s automation solutions - including AvaTax. Sulaiman works closely with clients to navigate the complexities of tax mandates globally, streamline reporting, and implement scalable solutions that support growth while reducing risk.

CPD hours

ICAEW's revised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations bring in new CPD requirements. This includes a minimum number of hours and an ethics requirement. Attending this webinar could contribute up to 1 hour of verifiable CPD, providing you can demonstrate that the content is relevant to your role.

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Costs

There is no charge to attend this event. ICAEW members and non-members are welcome to join.