E-Commerce & Online Businesses

Empowering Digital Entrepreneurs with Financial Excellence

In today’s fast-evolving digital economy, e-commerce and online businesses are reshaping the way Pakistan — and the world — does business. However, rapid growth, changing regulations, and cross-border transactions bring unique financial, taxation, and compliance challenges.
At Faisal Tauheed Rao & Co., Chartered Accountants, we specialize in helping e-commerce entrepreneurs, online platforms, and digital startups establish strong financial foundations, remain tax compliant, and achieve sustainable growth.

Whether you’re running an online store, a digital marketplace, or a service-based platform, our expert team ensures that your finances are as cutting-edge as your technology.

✅ How We Support E-Commerce & Online Businesses

🛒 Business Formation & Structuring

• Advisory on selecting the right legal entity (sole proprietorship, partnership, private limited company)

• Company registration with SECP and necessary tax authorities (FBR, PRA, SRB, KPRA, BRA)

• Assistance with licensing and regulatory approvals for online businesses

• Structuring for cross-border e-commerce operations (export-oriented businesses)

📦 Accounting, Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting

• Specialized accounting systems setup for e-commerce (Amazon, Daraz, Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.)

• Reconciliation of sales, returns, platform fees, and commissions

• Cloud-based bookkeeping and real-time financial dashboards

• Profitability tracking by product line, customer segment, or platform

🧾 Sales Tax and Income Tax Compliance

• Sales tax registration and compliance for local and inter-provincial transactions

• Advising on applicability of digital services taxes (DST) and GST on online transactions

• Income tax planning for founders and corporate entities

• Monthly and annual filing of tax returns, including specialized advice on export earnings

💳 Payment Gateway and Banking Advisory

• Advisory on setting up payment gateways (local and international)

• Assistance with merchant account setups and reconciliations

• Foreign currency account management for businesses dealing internationally

• Advice on Payoneer, Stripe, PayPal (where applicable), and similar services

📈 Growth and Expansion Strategy

• Financial modeling for scaling and funding pitches

• Cash flow management and working capital optimization

• Investor readiness support, including preparation of financial reports and pitch materials

• Business valuation for mergers, acquisitions, or investments

🛡️ Risk Management and Compliance

• Advisory on cyber security risks and financial controls

• Ensuring compliance with SECP regulations for digital businesses

• Assistance with data protection compliance for customer financial data

• Advisory on anti-money laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures

🏪 Who We Work With

We proudly serve a broad range of online businesses, including:

• E-commerce Retailers (B2C and B2B)

• Dropshipping Businesses

• Online Service Providers (consultants, educators, freelancers)

• Digital Marketplaces and Aggregators

• SaaS (Software as a Service) Companies

• Affiliate Marketers and Influencers

• Export-Oriented Online Businesses

• Subscription Box Businesses

💡 Why E-Commerce Entrepreneurs Trust Faisal Tauheed Rao & Co.?

• ✔️ Deep understanding of Pakistan’s e-commerce regulatory landscape

• ✔️ Expertise in handling platform-based accounting (Amazon, Shopify, Daraz, etc.)

• ✔️ Personalized advice tailored to your business model and sales channels

• ✔️ End-to-end support — from company registration to full financial management

• ✔️ Hands-on experience with both domestic and international e-commerce operations

• ✔️ Affordable packages suited for startups, SMEs, and growing online brands

We are not just accountants; we are your partners in digital success, helping you scale faster and smarter.

🏆 Our Impact

We have helped:

• Amazon and Shopify sellers set up tax-compliant businesses and manage their growth

• Local online stores expand their product lines while maintaining strong financial control

• Freelancers and service providers streamline payments and optimize their tax profiles

• Digital agencies and online entrepreneurs prepare for fundraising and expansion

📞 Ready to Grow Your Digital Business?

Let Faisal Tauheed Rao & Co. be your trusted financial and compliance advisor in your e-commerce journey.

✅ Schedule a Free E-Commerce Financial Consultation
📩 Email Us at: contact@ftrconsultants.com
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Faisal Tauheed Rao & Co., Chartered Accountants — Your Gateway to Smarter Digital Growth.