When Tax Pros Meet Approval Pros
Let's be real - tax firms and finance teams didn't choose this life to play paperwork ping-pong. Taxaroo already cuts through client management clutter like a hot knife through IRS Form 4868. But when you glue ApproveThis' approval superpowers onto Taxaroo's workflow engine? Now we're cooking with gas.
This integration isn't about replacing your existing tools. It's about making them actually talk to each other without requiring another 3-hour Zoom training. We'll show you how mid-sized firms are using this combo to:
- Slash document approval times from days to hours
- Auto-verify payments before they hit the books
Best part? Approvers only need ApproveThis access - no extra Taxaroo licenses required. Perfect for collaborating with external CPAs or cross-department reviews.
Why This Combo Works Like Bourbon and Branch
Taxaroo organizes client data like a champ. ApproveThis decides what to do with it. Together through Zapier, they handle the grunt work so your team can focus on actual strategy.
Taxaroo's Home Turf
Taxaroo keeps client files from turning into digital dumpster fires. Its strong suit? Wrangling documents, payments, and client info into something resembling order.
ApproveThis' Secret Sauce
Where ApproveThis shines is turning "Hey, should we...?" into concrete decisions. Custom approval chains, auto-escalations, and real-time tracking prevent requests from dying in email purgatory.
Combine them through Zapier, and you've got a self-driving approval machine. New client in Taxaroo? Auto-ping the compliance team. Payment cleared? Route it for manager sign-off before updating books.
Real-World Workflows That Don't Suck
1. Document Approval Jailbreak
Picture this: Your tax prep team requests client docs through Taxaroo. Instead of Slack-bombing managers, ApproveThis automatically:
- Routes requests based on client type
- Applies approval thresholds ($10k+ goes to Sr. Partner)
- Sends reminders to dawdling approvers
CPA firm Miller & Associates cut document turnaround by 40% using this exact flow. Their secret? Approval groups with fallback reviewers so requests never stall.
2. Payment Verification Autopilot
New payment hits Taxaroo? ApproveThis cross-checks it against client records automatically. We're talking:
- Auto-approve payments under $2k
- Flag mismatches for human review
- Update books only after green light
Bonus: Approval thresholds adapt as client relationships mature. First payment needs two signers? By year three, maybe just a quick glance.
3. Client Onboarding That Doesn't Make You Hate Life
New Taxaroo client triggers a approval chain for:
1. Compliance review (KYC checks)
2. Service tier assignment
3. Billing setup verification
Midwest accounting firm Block & Ledger uses this to onboard 30% more clients without hiring. How? Parallel approvals let different teams review simultaneously instead of playing approval tag.
4. Invoice Guardrails
ApproveThis approvals trigger Taxaroo invoices only after sign-off. Prevents "oops" invoices for unapproved services. Plus, calculated fields auto-add approved discounts or rush fees.
5. Client File Updates That Don't Cause Heart Attacks
Approved address change in ApproveThis? Taxaroo updates automatically. Denied? System logs the reason and pings the requester. No more version control nightmares.
Setting This Up Without Losing Your Mind
Connect Taxaroo and ApproveThis through Zapier in 15 minutes flat:
1. Pick your trigger (New Taxaroo client, payment, etc.)
2. Choose ApproveThis action (Create request, update status)
3. Map key fields between systems
Pro tip: Start with one workflow, like document approvals. Once that hums, expand to other processes. ApproveThis' conditional logic handles complex rules without coding.
Who Gets the Biggest Win?
Client Services Teams
No more herding cats for document sign-offs. Set approval groups once, then let the system route requests. Vacation delegation means no August approval gridlock.
Compliance Officers
Auto-route high-risk client files through proper channels. Audit trails show exactly who approved what and when.
Finance Teams
Payment approvals with actual guardrails. Set thresholds so small recurring payments auto-clear, while big checks get extra scrutiny.
Bottom Line: This Ain't Your Dad's Approval Process
Combining Taxaroo and ApproveThis isn't about adding more software. It's about finally making your existing tools actually work together. No more approval black holes. No more frantic searches for who signed off on what.
For teams tired of being human routers between systems, this integration is like hiring a robotic admin who never sleeps. Except it doesn't need health insurance.
Ready to stop chasing approvals? Get started with ApproveThis or schedule a live demo to see the Taxaroo magic firsthand.
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Best Approval Workflows for Taxaroo
Suggested workflows (and their Zapier components) for Taxaroo
Create approval request for new document requests
When Taxaroo receives a new document request, this automation creates an approval request in ApproveThis to verify document handling. It helps streamline document approvals and maintain consistency across records. *Note: Configure approval criteria in ApproveThis as needed.*
Zapier Components

Trigger
New Document Requested
Triggers when a new document is requested.
Action
Create Request
Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.
Create invoice for new approval requests
When a new approval request workflow is initiated in ApproveThis, this integration creates an invoice in Taxaroo automatically. It ensures that only approved services are invoiced, saving time and reducing errors. *Note: Map the request fields to invoice details in Taxaroo.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
New Request
Triggers when a new approval request workflow is initiated.

Action
Create Invoice
Creates an invoice for selected client.
Create approval request for new client onboarding
When a new client is created in Taxaroo, this automation initiates an approval request in ApproveThis for client onboarding. It provides an extra layer of verification and compliance for client data entry. *Note: Adjust routing in ApproveThis as necessary.*
Zapier Components

Trigger
New Client Created
Triggers when a new client is created.
Action
Create Request
Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.
Update client info after approval completion
After an approval workflow is completed in ApproveThis, this integration updates client information in Taxaroo. It keeps client data accurate based on approved changes, enhancing overall data quality. *Note: Ensure client identifiers are correctly mapped between systems.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
A Request Is Approved/Denied
Triggers when a request is approved or denied.

Action
Update Client Info
Updates client contact Information.
Create approval request for new payment
When Taxaroo registers a new payment, this automation triggers an approval request in ApproveThis to validate the transaction. It adds an extra layer of financial control by confirming payments before processing them. *Note: Set up payment verification rules in ApproveThis.*
Zapier Components

Trigger
New Payment
Triggers when a new payment is received.
Action
Create Request
Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.
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