What Tax1099 does

Tax1099 is an IRS-authorized cloud-based e-filing platform operated by Zenwork Inc. (the platform's parent company, headquartered in Fayetteville, AR with an additional operational office in Westlake, TX). The platform enables businesses and tax professionals to create, validate, and electronically file 40+ federal and state tax forms with the IRS, SSA, and state agencies, including 1099 variants (NEC, MISC, K, B, DIV, INT, R, DA, and others), W-2 wage forms, 94X employer payroll forms, ACA forms (1095-B/C), Form 1042/1042-S for foreign withholding, Form 2290 for HVUT, 5498 IRA forms, 990-series tax-exempt forms, and state filings across all 50 US states. The company is led by founder and CEO Sanjeev Singh and serves a reported 750,000+ businesses and 70,000 CPA firms.

The underlying technology combines rule-based tax form validation with AI-augmented features, including Smart eFiling with AI for pre-submission error detection, an AI Tax Assist chatbot for filing guidance, and real-time TIN matching against IRS records. The platform holds SOC 2 Type 2, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 3, ISO 27001, and SSAE-18 Type II certifications, operates on AWS infrastructure, and delivers 99.99% uptime SLA. It exposes a public developer API (governed by an API License and Development Agreement) and supports 12+ native no-code integrations with major accounting platforms including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, Oracle NetSuite, FreshBooks, Zoho, BILL, Tipalti, Entrata, and Zapier.

Tax1099 monetizes primarily through per-form transaction fees on a pay-as-you-go basis, with volume-tiered pricing ranging from $2.99/form (1-20 forms) down to $0.68/form (501+ forms), generating the majority of revenue at tax season. Additional revenue streams include Team and Scale subscription plans for CPA firms and enterprises (auto-renewing annually), developer/API licensing for embedded integrations, and add-on services (TIN matching, print-and-mail, premium support). The go-to-market is a hybrid of self-serve PLG for SMBs, enterprise field sales for large CPA firms and corporates (Get a Demo/Quote CTAs), API-first distribution for developers and marketplaces, and channel partnerships through the BDO Alliance and AICPA/Accountex industry presence. The customer base is horizontally segmented across accountants/CPAs, large enterprises, SMBs, gig economy platforms, online marketplaces/FBA sellers, and crypto exchanges.

Name

Tax1099

Legal name

Zenwork, Inc.

Website

https://tax1099.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tax1099 is an IRS-authorized cloud-based e-filing platform that serves 750,000+ businesses and 70,000 CPA firms with electronic filing of 40+ federal and state tax forms, including 1099, W-2, payroll, and ACA forms, using volume-based per-form pricing and AI-assisted compliance features.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tax Compliance Software

NAICS

Tax Preparation Services (541213), Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services (5412), Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services (54121)

SIC

Services-Computer Processing & Data Preparation (7374)

akta.pro primary industry

Revenue Systems, E-Filing & Digital Tax Administration (BPAIADAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Taxpayer Registration, Identity & Account Management (BPAIADAB)

Keywords

• Tax compliance software
• Electronic tax filing
• 1099 e-filing
• Payroll tax forms
• W-2 wage reporting

Headquarters

HQ city

Germantown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Per-Form Transaction Fees: Core revenue stream from per-form e-filing fees charged to users. Pricing is tiered based on volume, starting at $0.68/form for 501+ forms. Includes 1099 forms, W-2, payroll forms (940, 941, 944, 945), ACA forms (1095-B/C), 1042 forms, 5498 forms, and state filings.
2. API and Developer Integration: Revenue from software developers and partners integrating with Tax1099 API. Governed by API License and Development Agreement with unique keys assigned per integrated application.
3. Enterprise and CPA Subscription Plans: Team and Scale subscription plans with auto-renewal for CPA firms and enterprises requiring multi-user access, bulk filing, and dedicated support.
4. Add-on Services: Additional fees for services such as foreign mail, TIN matching, and premium support options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Tax1099 is an IRS-authorized cloud-based e-filing SaaS platform that enables businesses, CPA firms, and developers to create, validate, and electronically file 40+ federal and state tax forms — including the 1099 series, W-2 wage forms, 94X payroll forms, ACA forms, Form 1042/1042-S, Form 2290 HVUT, 5498 IRA forms, and 990 tax-exempt forms — directly with the IRS, SSA, and state agencies across all 50 US states. Pricing is per-form starting at $2.99 down to $0.68 for bulk volumes, with subscription plans for CPA and enterprise customers and an API for developers.

Product overview

Tax1099 is an IRS-authorized eFiling platform operated by Zenwork Inc. that serves as a multi-form compliance hub supporting over 750,000 businesses and 70,000 CPA firms. The core platform enables electronic filing of 40+ tax forms including 1099 series (NEC, MISC, K, B, DIV, INT, R, S, PATR, C, OID, A, SA, Q, G, DA, HC, LS, 7-BTC, QA), W-2 payroll forms, 94X employer tax forms (940, 941, 943, 944, 945), ACA forms (1095-B/C), Form 2290 (HVUT), Form 1042/1042-S (withholding), Form 5498 series (IRA), Form 990 (tax-exempt), and state filing across all 50 states. The platform includes AI-powered features (Smart eFiling with AI, AI Tax Assist), real-time TIN matching, W-9/W-8 collection tools, API integration for developers, and specialized solutions for enterprises, CPAs, gig economy, crypto exchanges, and online marketplaces.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 1099 Forms eFiling Electronic filing service for all 1099 form variants including 1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, 1099-K, 1099-B, 1099-DIV, 1099-INT, 1099-R, 1099-S, 1099-PATR, 1099-C, 1099-OID, 1099-A, 1099-SA, 1099-Q, 1099-G, 1099-DA, 1099-HC, 1099-LS, 1097-BTC, and 1099-QA for businesses filing contractor and informational returns with the IRS.
• Wage Tax Forms eFiling (W-2, W-2C, W-2VI, W-2GU, W-2G) Electronic filing service for wage and employee tax forms including W-2, W-2C, W-2VI, W-2GU, and W-2G for employers reporting wages and tips to the IRS and Social Security Administration.
• Payroll Tax Forms eFiling (940, 941, 941-X, 943, 943-X, 944, 944-X, 945) Electronic filing service for employer payroll tax forms including Form 940, 941, 941-X, 943, 943-X, 944, 944-X, and 945 for federal payroll tax reporting.
• ACA Forms eFiling (1095-B, 1095-C, 1094-B/C) Affordable Care Act compliance filing service for Forms 1095-B, 1095-C, and related 1094-B/C forms for IRS and state ACA reporting.
• Form 1042 and 1042-S eFiling Electronic filing service for Form 1042 (Annual Withholding Tax Return) and Form 1042-S (Foreign Person's U.S. Source Income Subject to Withholding) for withholding agents.
• Form 2290 eFiling (HVUT) Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) eFiling service for Form 2290, enabling truck owners and fleet operators to file with the IRS and receive stamped Schedule 1 documentation.
• 5498 Forms eFiling (5498, 5498-SA, 5498-ESA) Electronic filing service for IRA contribution reporting forms including Form 5498, 5498-SA (HSA/Archer MSA), and 5498-ESA (Education Savings Accounts).
• 1098 Forms eFiling (1098, 1098-C, 1098-T, 1098-E, 1098-VLI) Electronic filing service for the 1098 form series including 1098 (Mortgage Interest Statement), 1098-C (Charitable Contributions), 1098-T (Tuition Statement), 1098-E (Student Loan Interest), and 1098-VLI (Vehicle Loan Interest).
• Extension Forms eFiling (8809, 7004, 4868) Electronic filing service for tax extension forms including Form 8809 (Application for Extension of Time to File Information Returns), Form 7004, and Form 4868.
• Stock Options eFiling (3921, 3922) Electronic filing service for stock option transfer forms including Form 3921 (Incentive Stock Options) and Form 3922 (Non-Qualified Stock Options).
• Tax Exempt Forms eFiling (990, 990-N, 990-T, 990-PF, 990-EZ) Electronic filing service for nonprofit tax forms including Form 990, 990-N, 990-T, 990-PF, and 990-EZ for tax-exempt organizations.
• State Filing Services State-specific tax filing services covering 1099 state filing, W-2 state filing, ACA state filing, and state payroll tax filing across all 50 US states, including IRS Combined Federal State Filing (CFSF) participation.
• Real-Time TIN Match Taxpayer Identification Number validation service that verifies TIN/EIN against the IRS database in real-time or within 24 hours to ensure accuracy for tax reporting and reduce B-notices.
• W-9/W-8 Collection and Management Electronic collection and management of W-9 and W-8 forms from vendors and contractors, including TIN verification and compliance tracking.
• Solutions for Large Enterprises Enterprise-tier platform features including bulk upload, multi-EIN management, API access, team collaboration, and integration with QuickBooks, Xero, and BILL for high-volume filers.
• Solutions for Accountants/CPA Firms Multi-client tax preparation platform with single sign-on, rights management, staff assignment, and white-label capabilities for accounting professionals.
• Crypto Tax Software Cryptocurrency exchange tax reporting solution supporting 1099-K, 1099-B, 1042-S, and 5498 reporting, with KYC/AML compliance checks, TIN verification, and bulk upload capabilities.
• Tax1099 API Developer API enabling third-party tax software and applications to integrate with Tax1099 for bulk e-filing, TIN matching, and automated tax form processing.
• BOI Reporting (Beneficial Ownership Information) Beneficial Ownership Information reporting service for FinCEN compliance, enabling businesses to file BOI reports online.
• EFTPS Integration Integration with the IRS Electronic Federal Tax Payment System for making federal tax payments directly from the Tax1099 platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% savings on compliance time and cost
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability6 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• QuickBooks DesktopcoreTechnology or IntegrationNo-code integration partnership allowing Tax1099 users to import data directly from QuickBooks Desktop for seamless tax form filing without manual data entry.
• QuickBooks OnlinecoreTechnology or IntegrationPreferred integration partner for QuickBooks Online users enabling direct data import for tax form preparation and e-filing through Tax1099 platform.
• XerocoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partnership with Xero accounting software allowing users to import data for bulk tax form filing through Tax1099.
• Sage IntacctcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Sage Intacct for enterprise users to import accounting data directly into Tax1099 for tax compliance filing.
• Oracle NetSuitecoreTechnology or IntegrationOracle NetSuite integration enabling enterprise customers to import data for tax form preparation and e-filing through Tax1099.
• BILLcoreTechnology or IntegrationBILL (Bill.com) integration for accounts payable automation users to file 1099s and other tax forms through Tax1099.
• BDO USA, P.C.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTax1099 is a member of the BDO Alliance USA, an association of independently owned professional services firms. Tax1099 has won awards from BDO recognizing service excellence.
• AICPAcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresence at AICPA ENGAGE 2026 conference (Booth #910) for direct engagement with accounting professionals. CPA Transformation Podcast partnership.
• AccountexcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerExhibitor and award recipient at Accountex conferences, recognized as User Favorite Award winner in consecutive years.
• ExtoleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReferral program platform provider powering Tax1099's affiliate/referral program with email invitation and reward tracking capabilities.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Intuit QuickBooks: Intuit's QuickBooks platform offers bundled 1099 and W-2 preparation/filing inside the dominant SMB accounting software. It is a broad incumbent that overlaps Tax1099's SMB self-serve channel but lacks Tax1099's depth across 40+ forms and API/enterprise focus.
• Avalara: Avalara provides automated tax compliance including 1099 and W-2 filing for mid-market and enterprise customers. It is a broader incumbent in tax compliance with stronger brand and partner network, competing most directly with Tax1099's enterprise and API segments.
• Sovos: Sovos offers tax determination and compliance software covering 1099, W-2, 1042-S, and other informational returns for global enterprises. It is a broad incumbent that competes with Tax1099's enterprise and CPA segments and has deeper international coverage.
• Wolters Kluwer (CCH): Wolters Kluwer's CCH tax and accounting suite provides professional tax compliance and information return solutions for accounting firms and corporations. It is a broad incumbent that overlaps with Tax1099's enterprise and CPA channels.
• ADP Run / ADP Tax Filing: ADP provides payroll tax filing services (940, 941, 944, W-2) as part of its payroll platform for SMBs and enterprises. It is a broad incumbent overlapping Tax1099's payroll form e-filing and enterprise payroll channel.

Direct peers

• Drake Software: Drake Software provides professional tax preparation and e-filing software widely used by CPA firms and tax practitioners. It is a direct peer to Tax1099 in the CPA/accountant channel for 1099, W-2, and related informational returns.
• Yearli (Greatland): Yearli by Greatland is an IRS-authorized 1099, W-2, and ACA e-filing platform serving SMBs and accountants. It is a direct peer to Tax1099 with similar per-form pricing model and IRS-authorized e-filing positioning.
• 1099Pro: 1099Pro offers 1099, W-2, and ACA e-filing software with bulk filing and TIN matching capabilities for businesses and CPAs. It is a direct peer to Tax1099 in the SMB and professional accountant segments for informational return e-filing.
• TaxAct Business: TaxAct Business provides 1099, W-2, and 94x e-filing for small businesses and accountants with IRS-authorized status. It is a direct peer competing with Tax1099 on per-form pricing and self-serve SMB customers.

Emerging players

• TaxBit: TaxBit provides cryptocurrency tax reporting and 1099-DA infrastructure for crypto exchanges, marketplaces, and consumers. It is an emerging player intersecting with Tax1099's new crypto/cryptocurrency compliance offering and 1099-DA roadmap.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/irsform1099
• YouTubeyoutube.com/eztax1099
• Facebookfacebook.com/TAX1099
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/10233469

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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