Update your tax experience with Bench
Tax filing is different with Bench. From year-round bookkeeping to unlimited tax advisory support, our Premium plan has you covered. No extra fees, no year-end surprises—just expert tax support you can rely on. Get total peace of mind when you file with Bench.
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An all star tax team
With experts in your corner, tax filing is simple. Our year-round tax support means you’ll never have to worry about missing a deadline again.
Your best return ever
An all-star team means an all-time-great tax return. Bookkeeping and tax services from Bench ensure you’ll get every deduction you deserve.
Every detail, handled by us
Our Premium plan gives you an all-in-one tax and bookkeeping solution. We keep everything organized for you, every step of the way.
Income tax filing deadlines
Don't wait until the last minute to start prepping your financials for tax filing. Consider this your official filing cheatsheet.
S corporation and partnerships
March 15
S corporation (Form 1120-S) and partnership (Form 1065) tax returns are due March 15. This is also the deadline to file for an extension using Form 7004.
If you successfully apply for an extension, your new filing due date is September 15. Note that even with an extension, you still need to pay an estimate of your taxes on the original due date.
Forms
- Form 1120-S, Income Tax Return for an S Corporation
- Form 1065, US Return of Partnership Income
- What is Form 7004 and How to Fill it Out
Don't want to miss the March 15th filing deadline? Bench is the fastest solution for small businesses to get their records completed and taxes filed—minimizing late filing penalties as much as possible.
Sole proprietors and C corporations
April 18
Sole proprietors filing Schedule C (Form 1040) and C corporation returns (Form 1120) are due April 18. This is also the deadline to file for an extension using Form 4868.
If you successfully apply for an extension, your new filing due date is October 16. Note that even with an extension, you still need to pay an estimate of your taxes on the original due date.
Forms
- Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Sole Proprietorship
- Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
- Form 1120, U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return
- What is Form 4868? (How to Get a Tax Extension)
Don't want to miss the April 18th deadline? Bench is the fastest solution for small businesses to get their records completed and taxes filed—minimizing late filing penalties as much as possible.
Customized tax support to fit your business
Whatever stage your business is at, you’re covered with Bench. We cover the tax support, prep, and filing from start to finish.
We do your bookkeeping
Each month, your bookkeeper organizes your business transactions and gets to work on your books. Come year-end, they’ll compile a tidy tax package that contains everything we need to file—and gives you a year-in-review snapshot of your business.
We provide year-round tax support
Tax time stress isn’t limited to tax season. That’s why we offer year-round advisory services through on-demand and unlimited tax consultations. With check-ins throughout the year, your tax team leaves no deductions behind.
We file your taxes
When you’re ready to file, your dedicated Tax Coordinator will collect all necessary documents and forms. Then your Bench Tax Advisor will facilitate the preparation, review and filing of your income tax return on time, every time.
One tidy Year End Financial Package
There’s a lot to get organized at tax time. The good news? We bring it all together for you. We call it the Year End Financial Package, and it’s your golden ticket for a stress-free tax season.
See the big picture, annotated
The Year End Financial Package opens with crystal clear notes and an overview of your business. Here’s what’s included:
- Income Statement
- Balance Sheet
- Trial Balance
- Journal Entry Summary
- General Ledger
Your Year End Financial Package is available in app and downloadable as an Excel file. Want to see what that looks like?
Meet your all-star team
When it comes to tax filing, there’s a lot of moving pieces. Your team of experts tracks every detail for you, and works in tandem to get you organized and filed on time.
Bookkeeper
Your bookkeeper completes your books and prepares your financials each month. Questions? Chat with your bookkeeper in the Bench platform, or book a call directly in the app.
Tax Coordinator
Tax season can be overwhelming. That’s why your dedicated Tax Coordinator supports you through the entire process. Need help tracking down tax-related documents or info? Your Tax Coordinator is here to help.
Bench Tax Advisor
Our Bench Tax Advisors are licensed tax professionals that facilitate the preparation of your income tax return, review it with you and then get it filed with the IRS and your state. They also provide unlimited, year-round advisory services.
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