SST Registration
We help businesses prepare and submit information through the Streamlined Sales Tax registration process, reducing confusion around participating states, seller details, and compliance setup.
Registering for sales tax across multiple states can quickly become complicated. F.I.C. helps businesses navigate Streamlined Sales Tax registration with accurate setup, practical compliance guidance, and ongoing filing support. With over 35 years of tax and accounting experience, our team helps you understand obligations, reduce administrative burden, and stay prepared as your business grows across state lines.

Practical registration, filing, and compliance support for businesses managing sales tax obligations across participating states.
We help businesses prepare and submit information through the Streamlined Sales Tax registration process, reducing confusion around participating states, seller details, and compliance setup.
Our sales tax services support accurate return preparation and filing for state and local jurisdictions, helping businesses stay current after registration is complete.
F.I.C. reviews your sales footprint, state exposure, and business structure to help identify where registration, filing, or advisory support may be needed.
Streamlined Sales Tax registration gives growing businesses a more organized way to enter participating states, but accuracy still matters. F.I.C. helps review your entity details, selling activity, state exposure, and filing needs before registration begins. Our team combines tax preparation, sales tax filing, bookkeeping, and advisory experience so your registration supports long-term compliance instead of creating new administrative problems.

F.I.C. combines tax knowledge, business advisory insight, and practical compliance support.
Over 35 years helping clients navigate tax, accounting, and financial compliance challenges.
Sales tax, bookkeeping, payroll, advisory, and tax preparation coordinated under one firm.
Experience with inter-state government accounting helps businesses approach multi-state obligations carefully.
Clear communication and customized solutions help you understand requirements before decisions are made.
Experienced tax and consulting professionals supporting growing businesses.

CEO
Al Beheary serves as CEO of Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), bringing entrepreneurial vision and deep expertise in international and inter-state government accounting to the firm. With a strong background in investment strategy, Al works closely with individuals and companies to organize their finances, align their investment portfolios, and achieve their long-term financial and retirement goals. His leadership has guided F.I.C. through over 35 years of growth, expanding the firm from its Chicago roots to a multi-office organization with an international presence in Ireland and Egypt. Al's commitment to empowering clients with knowledge and personalized financial solutions remains at the core of everything F.I.C. does.

COO
Siobhan Kieran serves as Chief Operating Officer of Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), bringing extensive experience working with both individuals and large multinational corporations. As a seasoned risk manager, Siobhan specializes in identifying potential financial setbacks and equipping clients with the foresight and long-term safeguards needed for personal and professional success. Her expertise spans strategic planning, operational oversight, and risk mitigation, making her an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex financial landscapes. Siobhan's client-centric approach and commitment to delivering proactive, comprehensive financial strategies reflect F.I.C.'s core values of transparency, integrity, and excellence.

Administration/New Business Specialist
Mary Kay serves as Administration and New Business Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), playing a key role in welcoming new clients and ensuring seamless onboarding experiences. With a detail-oriented and client-focused approach, Mary Kay helps individuals, families, and business owners navigate the first steps of their financial journey with F.I.C. Her organizational expertise and dedication to exceptional service contribute to the firm's reputation for personalized, responsive client care. As part of F.I.C.'s experienced administrative team, Mary Kay helps uphold the firm's commitment to clarity, transparency, and making every client feel supported from day one.

Administration/Retention Specialist
Thomas Sandhof serves as Administration and Retention Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), focusing on nurturing long-term client relationships and ensuring ongoing satisfaction with the firm's services. Thomas plays a vital role in maintaining the trust and loyalty of F.I.C.'s diverse client base, which spans individual taxpayers, small business owners, and large corporations. His dedication to client retention reflects F.I.C.'s core belief that lasting financial partnerships are built on consistent communication, reliability, and personalized attention. Thomas works to ensure that every client continues to receive the high-quality financial guidance and support they expect from F.I.C.

Administrative Assistant
Aine Breen serves as Administrative Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), providing essential support that keeps the firm's daily operations running smoothly and efficiently. Her organizational skills and commitment to excellent service ensure that clients, colleagues, and partners receive timely, professional assistance across all of F.I.C.'s service areas. Aine's contributions help maintain the high standards of accuracy and responsiveness that F.I.C. is known for across its Chicago headquarters and beyond. Her dedication to supporting both the team and the clients she interacts with reflects the firm's client-centric values and commitment to operational excellence.

Marketing
Matt McDowell serves as Marketing Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), responsible for communicating the firm's comprehensive range of financial services to clients across Chicago, the United States, and internationally. Matt plays a key role in building F.I.C.'s brand presence and helping individuals, families, and business owners understand how the firm's expertise can address their unique financial needs. His work supports F.I.C.'s mission to be a trusted, accessible financial partner for a diverse clientele. Through targeted marketing strategies, Matt helps connect those facing complex financial challenges with the expert guidance F.I.C. has provided for over 35 years.

Insurance Assistant
Sara Peterson serves as Insurance Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), supporting the firm's comprehensive insurance services for individuals, families, and businesses. Sara assists clients in navigating insurance options, policy details, and coverage solutions, ensuring they have the protection and clarity they need to make confident decisions. Her role is integral to F.I.C.'s one-stop financial services model, which combines accounting, tax, retirement planning, and insurance under one roof. Sara's attentive, client-focused approach helps ensure that every insurance client receives accurate information and responsive support, reflecting F.I.C.'s commitment to excellence and transparency.

Irish Logistics
Cara Kennedy serves as Irish Logistics Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), managing the firm's operational coordination from its international office in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. Cara plays a critical role in supporting F.I.C.'s international service delivery, helping bridge the firm's Chicago-based operations with its European clientele and partners. Her expertise in cross-border logistics ensures that clients in Ireland and beyond receive the same high standard of financial service that F.I.C. is known for across the United States. Cara's work reflects F.I.C.'s commitment to providing seamless, globally connected financial solutions for an increasingly international client base.
A streamlined sales tax certificate may refer to the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement Certificate of Exemption, which buyers use to document exempt purchases in participating states. For sellers, streamlined registration is handled through the Streamlined Sales Tax Registration System, which helps eligible businesses register in multiple member states through one central process.
Get clear answers before you register or file.
Decades of practical tax and accounting guidance.
Multi-office financial consulting with global perspective.
Pro bono support for clients facing hardship.
Tell us where you sell, where you are registered, and what sales tax challenges you are facing. Our team will review your situation and explain the next practical steps.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (773) 202-9393. You can also send us a quick email at TAX@FICMN.COM.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (773) 202-9393. You can also send us a quick email at TAX@FICMN.COM.