E-commerce Accountant in Beit Shemesh

Who We Are and Who We Serve in Beit Shemesh

We are an accounting firm in Beit Shemesh specializing in assisting self-employed individuals and e-commerce business owners. What sets us apart is that we understand the complexities of online sales businesses – inventory tracking, reporting on various platforms, VAT on foreign transactions, and all the headaches of tax management within a dynamic and growing business.

Most of our clients in Beit Shemesh are self-employed individuals who have opened either a tax-exempt business or a licensed business, and some also own private companies. We help them stay compliant with the tax authority, not miss out on tax benefits they are entitled to, and avoid costly reporting errors.

Beit Shemesh, like Ramat Gan and Petach Tikva, is a city with a strong community of self-employed individuals and startups. We are here to be your accounting partner – not just someone who fills out reports, but someone who understands your growth and supports it.

Accounting Services for Self-Employed Individuals and E-commerce Business Owners in Beit Shemesh

When you start selling online, things begin simply. But as your business grows, accounting requirements grow as well. We help at every stage:

Bookkeeping and Annual Reports

If you are a tax-exempt business or a licensed business, you must report to the tax authority every year. This annual report is not just paperwork – it shows the tax authority your income, expenses, and profit. We maintain your books throughout the year, ensure that all receipts and expenses are properly documented, and then file an accurate annual report on time.

For self-employed individuals selling through platforms such as eBay, Amazon, or Shopify, we also help you track reduced income (commissions, shipping, returns) to ensure your profit is accurate.

VAT and Periodic Reporting

If you are a licensed business, you must file a VAT report every month or every two years. This means you need to track VAT you collected from customers in Israel and VAT you paid on expenses. We ensure the reporting is accurate and timely, so you don't miss refund rights or incur penalties.

Tax Planning and Tax Refunds

One of the things we do every year is check whether you can claim an income tax refund. If you are a licensed business with high expenses (home office, equipment, advertising fees), you can typically recover part of your tax. We arrange this for you.

Payroll and Social Security

If you are self-employed and also have employees, or if you are an employee receiving an incorrect payslip, we can help. We calculate payslips, mandatory deductions, social security contributions, and ensure everything is accurate.

Common Mistakes We See Among Online Sellers in Beit Shemesh

Over the years we've worked with freelancers in e-commerce, we've seen several recurring mistakes:

• Failure to report income from foreign platforms. If you sell through Amazon or a foreign platform, you must report this income to the Israeli Tax Authority. Most freelancers who don't do this think it shouldn't be necessary, until they receive a bank report and the Tax Authority starts asking questions.
• Expenses that are not properly documented. If you purchase inventory abroad, rent an office at home, or pay for social media advertising, you need to keep receipts. Without receipts, you cannot deduct expenses from your profit.
• VAT on foreign transactions. If you are a registered business and sell abroad, you are usually exempt from VAT on those transactions. However, you must report this properly. If you don't, you may end up paying VAT that shouldn't be owed.
• Failure to update marital status or pension information. If you are married or have children, you can receive a tax refund for this. If you pay into a severance fund or pension insurance, you can also deduct this. However, you must report it in your annual report.
• Improper management of advance tax payments. If you are a registered business with high income, you must pay advance tax payments each year. If you don't, you may face a fine.

Why Freelancers in Beit Shemesh Chose Ben Ohr Kook

Ben Ohr Kook is an accounting firm serving Beit Shemesh, Ramat Gan, Petah Tikva, and the central region. We are neither the largest firm nor a small firm that ignores clients. We are sized in a way that allows us to know each client personally and provide fast service.

What's also important to know: we use digital tools to get the work done faster. If you need to send us a receipt or ask a question, you can do so via phone, WhatsApp, or email. You don't need to come to the office if you don't want to.

And yes, we offer a free initial consultation. This is your time to understand if we're right for each other, ask questions, and know exactly what the cost will be.

Work Process: How It Works With Ben Ohr Kook

We believe the process should be simple. Here's what it looks like:

1. Initial consultation meeting (free of charge). You come to us (or we speak via Zoom) and tell us about your business. How much do you earn? What are the expenses? Are you already an exempt business or a registered business? We listen, ask questions, and then we tell you exactly what we can do for you.

2. Work agreement. If you want us to work together, we sign an agreement that explains the services, costs, and obligations of both parties.

3. Ongoing management. Each month, you send us the receipts, expenses, and everything that happened in the business. We update the books and make sure everything is in order. We also keep an eye on reporting deadlines (VAT, annual report, advance payments) so you don't miss any.

4. Annual report and tax refund. At the end of the year, we prepare your annual report, check if you're entitled to a tax refund, and submit everything to the Tax Authority. If you need it, we also arrange your tax refunds.

5. Planning for next year. Before the next year begins, we sit down with you and plan. If you want to expand the business, we check what that means in terms of taxes. If you want to change your status from an exempt business to a registered business, we help with that.