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We'll file your tax extension—free

Pilot is excited to file your corporate income tax extension for free, with help provided by email and text in case you have any questions. Get started below.

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When Are My Tax REturns Due?

Tax return due dates follow the entity type

Follow the chart below to determine your filing due date:

Type
Partnership
Deadline
March 15
Type
S Corporation
Deadline
March 15
Type
C corporation
Deadline
April 15
Who Is Eligible?

Unprofitable C corporations

Even if you file an extension, you still have to pay the tax owed on time, which is why we can only do this for unprofitable companies.

You are a for-profit C corporation created in the US
You were unprofitable in the past tax year (2024)
See what else Pilot can do for you

One team for all your accounting needs

Get peace of mind with reliable support for your back-office. With Pilot’s all-in-one accounting services, you can focus on growing your business while we handle the rest.

Just a few of the companies we’ve helped grow from day one

Why we're different

There’s a reason that we’re the largest startup and small business accounting firm in the US

#1
in bookkeeping & accounting on G2
4.9
Stars on capterra & Getapp

The most tech-forward

We have an unbeatable combo: a team of finance experts paired with a top-notch in-house engineering team.

The result? Deep integrations with the tools you already use, and a seamless platform for staying on top of everything.

The most experienced

We’re trusted by thousands of companies because we’ve helped countless startups achieve success.

We understand the unique challenges that come with growing a business and have the expertise you need to reach your goals.

The most scalable

We’re the last accounting firm you’ll ever need to hire.

We support tiny startups and large companies, so no matter how your needs evolve, we’ve got you covered.

Services to cover your every need

Get started with compliance basics

Set a strong foundation for growth while having us help with your tax and investor requirements.

Bookkeeping

Get clarity on the health of your business—and presentable books you can confidently share with investors, lenders, or landlords.

Taxes

Enjoy the convenience of having your taxes seamlessly handled alongside your books.  Our tax and accounting experts work together to keep you compliant.

Move from books to needle-moving insights

Drive growth and hit your goals with data-driven decisions.

CFO Services

Get strategic insights, realistic budgets, fundraising expertise, and decision-making confidence with our team of industry-specialized CFOs.

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Monthly Insights

Take a look at powerful reports that surface insights and detailed trending to help you make smarter decisions. Included with your monthly bookkeeping:

  • Recurring expenses
  • Flux insights
  • New vendors

Take even more off your plate

Offload time-consuming tasks, reduce administrative burdens, and extend your runway.

R&D Tax Credit

Save up to $500,000 per year for US-based R&D activities.

AP/AR

Streamline your financial operations with bill payment and invoicing support.

Why founders love Pilot

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Everyone we tried before Pilot did not know how to deal with early–stage startups. Pilot's deep expertise has been refreshing, and it's been smooth sailing ever since.

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Paul
CEO, Lexigram
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Pilot automatically connects to our financial accounts, sends us monthly reports, and syncs everything in Quickbooks. They helped us save by flagging double payments. We pretty much spend zero time on accounting and can focus on our product and company.

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Anurag
Founder, Render
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Pilot has proven to be a truly invaluable service. The amazing responsiveness and delivery of thorough guidance and time-sensitive financials demonstrate an impressive care and commitment regarding our business.

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Max
Founder, Filmbot
Streamlined INTEGRATIONS

Sync your favorite finance tools

With over 250+ integrations, we offer the most comprehensive solution for managing your books and taxes.
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Get free cash-basis bookkeeping for your company's initial year of existence

Focus on growing your business, while we handle the rest.
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