You move groups safely across town and across state lines. We handle fuel tax, fuel credits, payroll and passenger carrier coverage.
Charter, tour and shuttle operators work with our office for IFTA, federal fuel tax credits, driver payroll, fleet accounting and commercial auto with the limits passenger carriers need.
Reviewed by Orkun Ozkaymak, CPA, MBA·Clients in all 50 states and abroad
Passenger carriers face some of the highest insurance requirements on the road, plus fuel tax in every state they cross and a payroll of drivers who work irregular hours.
Our office handles the tax, the books and the coverage together, so your fleet list, your fuel records and your policy schedule never disagree.
Where operators get the most value from a coordinated office.
Federal rules require at least $5 million of liability for interstate vehicles seating 16 or more passengers, and many school and tour contracts ask for proof before booking.
How we helpWe shop passenger carrier coverage across carriers and keep certificates ready for every contract and venue.
Coaches that cross state lines generally need IFTA licensing and quarterly returns with miles and gallons by jurisdiction.
How we helpWe gather trip data from your ELDs and fuel cards and file accurate IFTA returns every quarter.
Diesel used in qualifying intercity and local buses can earn a federal fuel tax credit that many operators never claim.
How we helpWe review your routes and fuel use and claim the credit on Form 4136 with your return where it applies.
Tour season and school calendars swing payroll up and down, and driver hours need careful tracking.
How we helpWe run payroll that flexes with your season and keep quarterly and annual payroll filings on time.
Tax, accounting and insurance under one roof, so the numbers on your return, your books and your policies all agree.
The recurring deadlines bus and motorcoach operators face most often. We track them for you and send reminders before anything is due.
Dates shown are for calendar-year filers. When a due date falls on a weekend or holiday, it moves to the next business day.
Your QuickBooks tracks each coach and each contract, so you can price charters with real costs.
Our office sets up QuickBooks Online with a chart of accounts designed for your industry and your entity type, mapped line by line to your tax return. Your books are ready for filing season all year.
For interstate carriers, federal rules set $5 million for vehicles seating 16 or more passengers and $1.5 million for 15 or fewer. Many customers ask for more, and we quote to what your contracts require.
Diesel used in qualifying intercity and local bus service can earn a federal credit claimed on Form 4136. We check your service type and fuel records to see if you qualify.
Generally yes, if they cross state lines and meet the weight or axle thresholds. We confirm licensing and file the quarterly returns.
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