How to Create a New Tax Rate

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Overview

Tax rates in Campfire allow you to apply the correct tax calculations to customer invoices and vendor bills. This guide walks through how to create and configure a new tax rate, including setting the tax code, description, and GL account association.


Step 1 — Navigate to Tax Rates

In Campfire, go to Settings -> Tax Rates -> Create Tax Rate

CleanShot 2026-05-08 at 10.39.27.gif

Step 3 — Populate the Tax Rate Fields

Fill in the following fields:

Field

Description

Name

A descriptive name for the tax rate (e.g., "California Sales Tax")

Tax Code

The tax code associated with this rate, as defined by your tax provider or finance team

Apply to AR or AP

Select whether this rate applies to Accounts Receivable (customer invoices) or Accounts Payable (vendor bills).

Description

Description of the Tax Rate

Rate (%)

The percentage rate to apply (0.2 = 2%)

GL Account

The account this tax amount should post to residing in your COA that is uploaded

CleanShot 2026-05-08 at 10.50.27@2x.png

Step 4 — Save the Tax Rate

Once all fields are configured, click Save Tax Rate. The tax rate will now be available to apply to invoices and bills across Campfire.