Petroleum Fuels

Even in a rapidly changing marketplace, America runs on petroleum fuels. And fuel companies face different challenges — and opportunities — than other parts of the downstream oil and gas industry. With more than 70 years of experience in the industry, Weaver understands how to help you succeed.

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Podcast: The Role of Private Equity in the Energy Transition

Explore how private equity is becoming a key player in the energy transition, with insights from Mike Collier on Weaver: Beyond the Numbers.

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Fueling Energy Solutions in Private Equity

We bring a deep understanding of the energy industry and its investing environment as strategic energy markets continue to align with private equity goals.

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Will Private Equity Be a Driving Force Behind Energy Transition?

Trillions will be spent on energy transition, and private equity firms are stepping up to the challenge. Learn more about this transformative trend.

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No Escaping Florida Tax on Undyed Diesel Fuel

Undyed diesel fuel that is exempt from the Florida fuel tax by way of refund is subject to the Florida sales and use tax, a Florida administrative court found.

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Webinar: 2023 Emerging Tax Topics: Energy Incentive Update and Changes to Crypto Tax Law

Weaver's webinar offers a deep dive into emerging tax topics around energy credits and incentives and the latest updates to tax laws impacting cryptocurrencies.

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IRS Releases Proposed Regs for Investment Tax Credits

The first update since 1987 reflects technological advances in the energy industry and defines certain energy property added as part of the Inflation Reduction Act.

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For decades, Weaver has been known for its energy compliance services related to helping businesses navigate compliance with evolving transportation fuels regulations. Our team of CPAs, professional engineers (PEs), chemists and environmental lawyers bring comprehensive knowledge to our clients. Not only are we able to help with the corporate aspects of running a business for the fuels industry, we have deep expertise surrounding the industry from an operational standpoint – including fuels blending and product quality. We assist fuel companies of all sizes and all markets, from refiners and importers of gasoline and diesel fuels, transmix processers, marketers and retailers.

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Key services and areas of focus include:

What Makes Weaver Different?

Dedicated audit/tax planning for efficient engagements, minimizing requests to your staff and providing a high level of partner interaction
Consistent industry teams that understand your business, industry and market conditions
Involvement in oil and gas organizations – we have a vast network and focus on referrals
Global, full service offerings for the energy space
Consultative approach, not just compliance-driven
Boots on the ground, with a large presence in the communities we serve
Private equity focus: investor confidence, deadline-driven, efficiency
Commitment to staff development with specialized training on the energy side

How Can Weaver Help You?

State & Local Tax Services

Tax overpayment recovery and audit defense
Sales and use tax consulting and compliance
Property tax consulting and compliance
Income and franchise tax consulting and compliance
Compliance automation, outsourcing and co-sourcing
Corporate relocation services
Motor fuels and excise tax

International Tax Services

Federal Tax Services and Strategic Planning

Private client services
Business tax services
Tax M&A and due diligence
R&D tax credits
Federal and state tax credit reviews (oil & gas)
Strategic tax planning
- Carried interest analysis
- Property by property recapture analysis
- M&A purchase price allocation guidance
- Institutional and foreign investor structuring
- Rate arbitrate transactional analysis (ordinary vs. capital gains)
- Focus on management team tax implications and planning
- Life-cycle focused tax strategy (acquisition, operational, disposition)