About AOTAX

Who we are

AOTAX is a full-service tax consulting firm offering tax return preparation, tax planning, ITIN processing, FBAR & FATCA compliance, bookkeeping, payroll, and business advisory. We serve individuals, families, and small to medium-sized businesses — with a deep understanding of the unique needs of Indians living in the United States.

From H-1B holders filing their first return to complex cross-border situations, our team combines experienced tax professionals with modern online tools so you can file with confidence.

Leadership

Management team

The people guiding AOTAX's mission to make US taxes simple for the Indian diaspora.

Sumit Panjabi
CEO, Founder
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Sumit Panjabi founded Advantage One Tax Consulting (AOTAX) and has led the firm since 2003. Under his leadership, AOTAX has grown into one of the most trusted tax filing partners for Indians in the United States — serving over 1 million clients with a relentless focus on accuracy, transparency, and customer-first service.
Abhishek Goenka
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Abhishek Goenka brings deep expertise in financial reporting, accounting, and corporate finance. He ensures AOTAX maintains strong financial discipline while scaling operations — supporting everything from client billing and compliance to strategic planning and audit-ready financial controls.
Avinash Gopinath
Chief Product Officer & CTO
Chief Product Officer & CTO
Avinash Gopinath leads product, engineering, and technology at AOTAX as Chief Product Officer & CTO. He architects the platforms behind the client portal and filing experience — spanning workflow automations, AI assistants like Taxwikia, and CRM technology that unifies sales, support, and the client lifecycle. His work focuses on intelligent self-service, faster tax drafts, and scalable systems built for Indian IT professionals across the United States.
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Mumtaz Maqbool
Business Leader (Sales)
Business Leader, Sales
Mumtaz Maqbool leads sales and business development at AOTAX, building relationships with clients, partners, and communities across the Indian diaspora in the United States. She focuses on growing awareness of AOTAX services and helping families and professionals choose the right tax solutions for their needs.
Syed Abbas
Manager — US Taxation
Manager — US Taxation
Syed Abbas brings 8.5 years of experience, including 3 years preparing and reviewing individual and corporate U.S. taxes. He is proficient in preparing financial statements under U.S. GAAP and performing audits in accordance with PCAOB and U.S. GAAS standards. He heads the U.S. Taxation function — BOP team at Advantage One Taxation Pvt Ltd.