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Tax & accounting services in Ohio

BATS helps individuals and businesses across Ohio with tax preparation, tax planning, IRS problems, bookkeeping and payroll, with advisors who know Ohio rules.

Ohio tax overview

What to know about taxes in Ohio

Ohio taxes personal income, and state returns are filed with the Ohio Department of Taxation. Planning has to account for both federal and Ohio rules. Many Ohio cities and villages levy a municipal income tax, and businesses with larger receipts owe the Commercial Activity Tax.

Whether you are filing a personal return, running a growing company or answering a letter from the IRS or the state, we pair you with an advisor who works through Ohio returns every season.

Ohio at a glance

State tax agency
Ohio Department of Taxation
Income tax on wages
Yes
Local income taxes
Yes, in some cities or counties
Cities with pages
6

Rates and thresholds change every year. Ask your advisor for the figures that apply to you.

Services in Ohio

Every BATS service is available in Ohio

Tax Preparation & Filing

Accurate federal, state and local returns for individuals, businesses, trusts and nonprofits.

Questions

Ohio tax FAQs

11 answers about taxes in Ohio.

Do you prepare Ohio state tax returns?

Yes. We prepare resident, part-year and nonresident Ohio returns and file them with the Ohio Department of Taxation, together with your federal return.

When are Ohio individual returns due?

Many states follow the federal April 15 deadline, but some set their own dates. We track the Ohio Department of Taxation deadlines for you and file extensions when they are needed.

Are there local income taxes in Ohio?

Yes, some local governments in Ohio levy income, wage or earnings taxes that depend on where you live and work. We check which apply to you and include them in your filings.

Does Ohio have a sales tax?

Yes. Ohio charges sales tax, and local rates can add to the state rate. We help Ohio businesses register, collect the right rate and file returns with the Ohio Department of Taxation.

What payroll registrations does a Ohio employer need?

Employers generally register with Ohio for unemployment insurance and state income tax withholding, plus any other state payroll programs that apply. We handle the registrations and the ongoing filings.

Do I need to make Ohio estimated tax payments?

If you have income without enough withholding, such as self-employment or investment income, Ohio generally expects estimated payments during the year, with its own thresholds and due dates. We calculate federal and state payments together.

How are LLCs and corporations taxed in Ohio?

Ohio applies its own rules to LLCs, S corporations and C corporations, and in some cases charges franchise, gross receipts or minimum taxes regardless of profit. We review how your entity is treated in Ohio before you form it or make an election.

I moved into or out of Ohio. What do I file?

Usually a part-year return for each state you lived in during the year, with credits so the same income is not taxed twice. Our multi-state filing service handles this.

Can you represent me with the Ohio Department of Taxation?

Yes. In addition to IRS matters, we respond to notices and audits from the Ohio Department of Taxation when you authorize us to.

Can a Ohio business work with BATS remotely?

Yes. We work with Ohio businesses through video meetings, secure document upload and cloud accounting software, so there is no need to visit an office.

Which Ohio cities do you serve?

We have dedicated pages for Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, and we work with clients anywhere in Ohio.

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