Inkle.ai is a financial operations platform that automates US accounting, tax filing, bookkeeping, and compliance for companies, combining AI-powered software with licensed CPAs. The platform handles everything from incorporation and dissolution to federal and state tax filings, with services tailored for startups, foreign-owned entities, and growing businesses. It also integrates with popular accounting tools like QuickBooks, Xero, and Mercury, while offering a specialized practice solution for accountants to expand their own tax-filing capabilities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
US companies, particularly startups and foreign-owned entities, face complex federal and state tax filing requirements, bookkeeping obligations, and compliance deadlines. Many lack the resources to hire a full finance team, and relying on disparate tools or generalist providers leads to missed deadlines, inaccurate books, and the risk of penalties.
Solution
Inkle.ai provides a unified platform that automates accounting, tax filing, bookkeeping, and compliance for US companiescing AI-powered software with licensed CPAs. The platform manages federal and state tax filings, maintains investor-ready books through automated reconciliation and monthly closes, and handles entity lifecycle events like incorporation and dissolution. Services are available for companies using Inkle's own ledger or their existing tools (QuickBooks, Xero, Zoho, Mercury), and for accountants, the practice platform enables them to file taxes for US companies and expand revenue. The team of specialists guides users through each step, from board resolutions to IRS EIN closure, ensuring compliance and penalty-free outcomes.
Target Audience
Primary customers include startups, small businesses, growing venture-backed companies, professional services and agencies, and foreign-owned US entities. The practice platform also targets accountants and tax professionals who want to expand their service offerings.
Features
- AI-powered bookkeeping software paired with a dedicated human accountant for monthly reconciliations and closes
- Federal and state tax filings prepared and submitted by licensed CPAs, including final returns for dissolving entities
- Incorporation and dissolution services covering board approvals, Articles of Dissolution, IRS Form 966, tax settlement, and EIN closure
- Integration with multiple accounting platforms including Inkle Books, QuickBooks, Xero, Zoho, and Mercury for flexible bookkeeping workflows
- Virtual US address and registered agent services for compliance and mail management
- Dedicated practice software for accountants to file taxes for US companies and manage client portfolios
- Deadline tracking and compliance alerts to prevent missed filings and associated penalties