How can I allow a new subsidiary in NetSuite to use AvaTax?

Overview

You added a new subsidiary to NetSuite and need it to use AvaTax.

Environment

NetSuite OneWorld

Resolution

NetSuite OneWorld has subsidiary capability. NetSuite Basic does not.

• In Netsuite: go to Avalara > Setup > Configure Avalara
  • Enter the License Key, Username, and Password. Then, click Validate.
  • Go to the Tax Calculation tab.
  • Scroll down and find the new subsidiary.
  • Click on that row, in the second column, and switch the Default Tax Code setting to AvaTax.
• On the customer records for the new subsidiary, ensure the Tax Item is set to AvaTax. 
• Update the subsidiary's Default Company Code to match the company code you set in AvaTax.