Professional Background

Yogi Thakkar is a President at Thakkar Tax Consultants LLC, specializing in oil and gas severance tax and multi-state tax compliance. He brings nearly two decades of expertise in filing, reporting, refund audits, cost allocations, and navigating complex jurisdictional exemptions and incentives. Yogi also leverages a strong information technology background, combining tax expertise with system integration and automation experience.

Over his career, Yogi has:

  • Partnered with major oil and gas companies nationwide, successfully filing and defending audits that have resulted in over $250 million in tax refunds.

  • Conducted extensive fieldwork, including visits to 18+ CO₂ plants, 30+ gas processing facilities, and 50+ offshore platforms, where he reviewed operations, validated reporting, and supported large refund claims.

  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of state-specific severance tax laws, rules, and statutes, enabling tailored strategies for compliance and refund opportunities.

  • Built strong working relationships with state auditors and clients, ensuring smoother audit processes and faster resolutions.

  • Guided companies through severance tax reimbursement processes, marketing cost calculations, and the application of incentives and exemptions unique to oil and gas operations.

  • Supported clients in implementing best practices for state reporting systems, improving accuracy and audit readiness.

  • Acquired working knowledge of leading oil and gas accounting systems, including SAP, Enertia, Quorum, W Energy Software, Pandell, IFS BOLO, Enverus, Oracle, and legacy systems.

  • Applied his IT experience in software development, data automation, and system integration to streamline reporting, improve audit trails, and enhance compliance processes for oil & gas operators.


Yogi’s unique blend of tax knowledge, IT expertise, and field experience makes him a trusted advisor for operators, working interest owners, and service companies navigating severance tax, sales & use tax, and royalty reporting.

Professional Background

Viral Thakkar is a Vice President at Thakkar Tax Consultants LLC, recognized for his leadership in project execution, compliance oversight, and strategic management. He brings nearly two decades of expertise in managing complex project execution. With a career built on delivering complex projects across industries, Viral specializes in bringing structure, accountability, and efficiency to every engagement.

Over his career, Viral has:

  • Developed expertise in project execution strategies, aligning objectives, resources, and timelines to achieve client goals.

  • Led multi-disciplinary teams across diverse geographies, ensuring seamless coordination and on-time delivery.

  • Designed and implemented cost-control and scheduling frameworks, improving efficiency and reducing risk.

  • Built a reputation for clear communication with clients and stakeholders, ensuring expectations are met at every stage.

  • Supported organizations by establishing audit-ready reporting practices and improving compliance processes.


Viral’s ability to combine management discipline, execution excellence, and client focus makes him an invaluable partner in ensuring projects are delivered effectively and organizations meet their compliance and operational goals.