Vertex and CPA.com Announce AI-Driven Expansion of Tax Compliance Services for Accounting Firms

Core Insights - Vertex Inc. and CPA.com have expanded their partnership to include an AI-driven solution for sales tax compliance, aimed at helping accounting firms automate and enhance their tax compliance processes [1][2][3] Company Overview - Vertex Inc. is a leading global provider of indirect tax solutions, focusing on delivering trusted tax technology for businesses to comply and grow confidently [5] - CPA.com is recognized as a partner in accounting and finance transformation, providing resources and technologies to help firms innovate and deliver value [9] - Kintsugi offers an AI-powered tax automation platform that significantly reduces preparation time and compliance costs for businesses [10] Partnership Details - The enhanced solution allows Client Advisory Services (CAS) and State and Local Tax (SALT) teams to automate registration, filing, and ongoing compliance management [2][3] - Firms can choose to manage compliance directly through a white-labelled platform or refer clients for hands-free automation, both options supported by Vertex and Kintsugi [2][3] - The application provides end-to-end sales tax compliance, including exposure analysis, registration, filing, and reporting, with real-time monitoring and accuracy controls [3] Future Initiatives - Vertex, CPA.com, and Kintsugi will present the enhanced application and discuss the future of AI in tax advisory services at the Digital CPA Conference from December 7-10, 2025 [4] - A webinar titled "Automate, scale, advise: The new AI-powered sales tax compliance model for CAS and SALT practices" is scheduled for January 15, 2026 [4]