Allan Lau, JD And Cpa
About Allan Lau, JD And Cpa
Allan Lau is a Senior Manager of State and Local Taxes at Escalon Services, Inc., where he addresses sales and use tax concerns for clients. He holds a J.D. from Seattle University School of Law and a Master's in Tax Accounting from the University of Washington.
Work at Escalon Services
Allan Lau serves as the Senior Manager of State and Local Taxes at Escalon Services, Inc., a position he has held since 2021. He works remotely from Palo Alto, California. In this role, he engages with prospective clients to address their sales and use tax concerns. Allan manages a team of three employees based in India, focusing on sales and use tax matters. He also provides feedback to colleagues on technical sales tax questions, contributing to their professional development and understanding of tax regulations.
Education and Expertise
Allan Lau has a strong educational background in accounting and law. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Washington, studying from 1993 to 1997. He later obtained a Master’s degree in Tax Accounting from the same institution, completing his studies from 1997 to 1998. Allan also holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Seattle University School of Law, which he achieved from 2000 to 2003. His education equips him with a comprehensive understanding of tax regulations and compliance.
Background
Allan Lau has extensive experience in tax-related roles. He began his career as a Tax Specialist at The Boeing Company, where he worked from 1998 to 2004. Following this, he spent eight years at Avalara as Senior Manager of Professional Services from 2011 to 2019 in the Greater Seattle Area. His background includes a focus on voluntary disclosures and sales tax nexus analysis, helping businesses navigate state and local tax regulations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Allan Lau has specialized in voluntary disclosures and sales tax nexus and exposure analysis. He assists businesses in becoming compliant with state and local tax regulations, providing critical insights into their tax obligations across different states. His role at Escalon Services and previous positions reflect his commitment to enhancing client understanding of sales and use tax matters.