Avalara
FintechDurham, United States4500 employees Avalara is a prominent provider of cloud-based tax compliance and automation solutions, established in 1999 and based in Seattle, Washington. The company offers a connected platform that automates various tax-related processes, including calculations, returns preparation, filing, and compliance management. Avalara serves a diverse range of businesses, from small to mid-market companies and larger enterprises, particularly in high-transaction sectors like ecommerce and manufacturing. Key products include AvaTax, which determines transaction taxes in real-time, and Avalara Returns, which manages tax return preparation and remittance. The platform is designed to reduce manual effort, enhance calculation accuracy, and simplify compliance across different systems and regions. Avalara's extensive partner network and professional services teams support thousands of businesses, helping them navigate complex tax regulations and avoid costly errors. The company emphasizes its commitment to values such as humility, ownership, and simplicity, fostering a collaborative environment of tax experts and software engineers.
