Telecommunications Tax and Regulatory Compliance

We understand that addressing communications services tax and regulatory compliance requires specialized knowledge and experience and can quickly drain your organization’s resources.

Our team of tax professionals can help you maintain compliance, maximize incentives, and address tax burdens from pre- to post-launch—through every stage of growth.

Supporting a Range of Telecommunications Companies

EisnerAmper has extensive experience working with telecommunications companies ranging from startups to large national carriers, including:

ISPs
Wireline (LEC, CLEC, and IXCs)
VoIP
Non-interconnected VoIP
Wireless and MVNO
Cable Operators
Infrastructure Providers

How We Help

EisnerAmper provides comprehensive planning and compliance support for communications service providers in a variety of stages, including pre-launch services - licensing, registrations, and ongoing compliance services, including Federal, state, and local tax and regulatory fee reporting.

Communications Tax and Fee Compliance
Taxability of Services Determinations
Registration Services
- Federal - FCC and USAC
- Secretary of State, Including Registered Agent Services and Annual Reporting
- State Public Service Commissions (PSC) / Public Utility Commissions (PUC)
- Department of Revenue
- Local Taxing Jurisdictions
Communications Tax Controversy and Audit Defense
Exposure Mitigation via Voluntary Disclosure Filings
Refund Reviews: Purchases of Services for Resale and Equipment Purchases
Procurement Solutions and Tax Planning
Billing System / Tax Engine Selection, Integration, and Implementation
Exemption Certificate Management: Customer and Vendor Exemptions
Due Diligence: Communications Tax and Fee Compliance Reviews

Taxes and Fees Filed

Federal USF and Related Program Fees
Sales and Use
Gross Receipts
Licenses Tax
Communications Services Tax
Utility Users
Excise Tax
Business and Occupation
E911
PUC/PSC Annual Reports
State USF and TRS Surcharge
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Our Professionals

Our team has decades of experience in the communications industry, including former industry professionals, along with career sales and transactions tax and communications regulatory compliance professionals. They maintain advanced credentials and stay current on the latest trends and regulations via webinars, conferences, and other continuing education.