Have you asked yourself, “How do I find a tax professional near me?”
Finding a local tax professional well versed in The Wealthy Accountant philosophy can seem impossible. Many tax pros from around the nation have adopted the tax policies I encourage and the list of these incredible tax people are listed below.
You are not limited to a tax professional in your state. Many on this list handle taxes for multiple states and virtually every accounting firm today has infrastructure in place to securely transfer files via the internet.
These tax professionals are the best of the best. They are here because they train endlessly, including following this blog. Many also reside in private Facebook groups where they have an army of other tax pros to bounce ideas with on difficult issues.
Always be respectful. Allow these professionals to review your situation before requesting a quote. (Prescription before diagnosis is malpractice.)
If you know of an awesome tax professional near you be sure to point them here. This listing is free to the tax pro and visitors/readers alike. Sharing this page will help our community grow.
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How to Find the Best Tax Professional Near Me
If you’re looking for a tax professional near you, you want someone who really understands your tax situation. Taxes can get tricky fast. This is especially true if you’re a small business owner or have a unique financial situation. Here’s what I recommend you look for:
- Look for specialized experience. All tax pros near you aren’t the same. If you run a business you’ll want a small business tax accountant near you, not someone who handles personal finances. They’ll be familiar with deductions, payroll taxes, and other aspects that apply to small businesses.
- Seek out local knowledge. A local tax accountant near you must understand your state and local tax code. Every state has its own quirks, and a tax advisor near you will be up to date on those. They’ll also know about any regional credits or deductions you might not be aware of. Note that more tax professionals focus on multiple states now. The best tax professional may not be the ones nearest to you. Secure portals allow for the safe transfer of documents. Modern technology makes it easier than ever to find the “best” tax professional versus only those near you
- Always check qualifications for tax professionals near you. Are they a certified public accountant (CPA) or enrolled agent (EA)? You want someone who’s certified or enrolled, trustworthy, and responsive. They should be someone you feel comfortable asking questions.
- Look at reviews for the services they offer. A tax pro near you should have a positive track record. Depending on your needs, you might need more than just tax prep. A good tax accountant near you might also provide bookkeeping services, tax planning, and even help you with long-term financial services.
Digital Nomads, Ex-pats and Foreign Issues
Nomad Tax
Location: Independent
Areas of practice: Digital nomads, including individuals and small businesses.
Contact: Krystal Pino, CPA, PFS
Website: http://www.nomadtax.io/
Email: info@nomadtax.io
Notes: Built, run and powered by digital nomads. Fully cloud based firm. We work with Quickbooks Online and Xero
Elizabeth Zitzow, EA
Location: London UK and wherever you are by Zoom or phone
Areas of practice: Multiyear non-filers, foreign corporations, foreign trusts, anything foreign too hard for Turbotax. Also UK tax returns.
Contact: Liz Zitzow, EA
Website: http://www.BritishAmericanTax.com
Email: query@BritishAmericanTax.com
Notes: It’s always better to call a dual licensed tax accountant before you move abroad… but we’ll do our best to sort you out after too.
Phone Number: +1 407 273 2880 and +44 (0)20 8989 0088
Arizona
Copper Canyon Tax
Location: Tucson, AZ working with clients across the USAreas of practice: Small business and high net worth tax preparation, tax strategy, asset management, retirement planning, & estate planning.Contact: Marc R Barnes, EA, Family Office DirectorWebsite: http://www.CopperCanyonTax.comEmail: info@coppercanyontax.comNotes: The Family Office focuses on the integration of tax planning, estate planning, wealth management, and risk management, creating an organized and unified experience. Once only reserved for the wealthiest, is now available to every American family.When you join Copper Canyon Tax and Financial Services Family Office, you get the advantages of lower costs, smarter tax treatment, and a holistic approach to preserving, protecting, and growing your wealth.Phone Number: 520.344.4149
California
Strube CPA PC
Location: Fresno, California and Bay Area, CAAreas of practice: Equity Comp (RSUs, ISOs, NQSOs & ESPPs) Tax Prep & Planning. We also happily work with individuals and small businesses (S-Corps or Sole Proprietorships).Areas of practice not covered: Partnerships, extensive crypto, ex-pats, trusts, estatesWebsite/Contact/Onboarding: www.strubecpa.comScheduling Link: https://go.oncehub.com/KarlStrubeCPA (Mention “TWA” and get 50% off your Discovery Call)
Sanchez Tax & Bookkeeping Services
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Areas of practice: Individuals, especially ex-pats, and smaller business returns.
Areas of practice not covered: Larger business return.
Contact: Raquel Sanchez
Website: https://www.sanchezservices.net/
Email: raquel1208@gmail.com
Notes: Only handles tax returns remotely. Uses Drake tax software and SecureFilePro, the same as The Wealthy Accountant.
Eide Bailly LLP CPAs & Business Advisors
Contact: Glenn Carniello
Phone: (714) 505-9000
Email: gcarniello@eidebailly.com
Website: https://www.eidebailly.com/
Business Location: Orange County, California
Locations we serve: Offices throughout Central/Western USAreas of practice: Small to Medium sized businesses – Corporate/Partnership taxes, Audits/Reviews/Compilations for bank/other credit purposes, High Net Worth individuals, Trust/Estate, International Tax, Non Profit Organizations (Audits), Audits of Employee Benefit Plans, Outsourced Bookkeeping Services, Business Consulting/Advisory
Industry Focus Areas: Construction, Real Estate, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Financial Institutions, Government, Nonprofit, Dealerships, Energy, Restaurants
Big Ape Bookkeeping and Tax Service
Location: Modesto, CA
Areas of practice: Individuals, especially ex-pats, truck drivers, traveling nurses, sole props and small corporations. Short and long term tax planning. Quarterly payroll filings.
Areas of practice not covered: Large business and accounting
Contact: Chuck Smith
Website: https://www.bigapetax.com
Email: Chuck@bigapetax.com
Scheduling Link: https://calendly.com/bigapetax/30min
Notes: Can handle tax returns remotely or in office. Have a secure portal to pass documents back and forth.
Phone Number: (209) 253-2346
Colorado
V Tax Services
Location: Vail, Colorado
Area of Practice: Individual and Small Businesses Tax Preparation, Tax Planning and Tax Resolution.
Website: www.vtaxaervices.com
Contact Person: Vasil Baychev, EA
Phone: 970-306-8221
Email: taxes@vtaxservices.com
Link for appointments: https://calendly.com/vtaxes
Business is 100% Virtual, serving mostly clients in Colorado, but could help all over the USA.
Connecticut
Mugford & DiBella, LLC
Contact: Brian C. DiBella, CPA
Email: bdibella@mugford.com
Phone: 860-223-2701
Location: New Britain, CT
Areas of practice: Individuals and small closely held businesses, full payroll services, bookkeeping and client write up services, Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
Website: www.mugfordibellallc.com
Bio: I have been in public accounting for over 28 years.
Florida
Exclusive Financial Tax Services
Contact: Alana Lucas
Phone: 904-661-9958
Email: Info@exclusive-financial.com
Website: http://www.exclusive-financial.com
Business Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Locations we serve: Predominantly Florida, but we have clients throughout all states that we serve virtually.
Areas of practice: Small business and individual tax prep services, Payroll services.
TLC Bookkeeping, LLC
Contact: Tammy Cook, EA
Phone: (727)563-6317
Email: tlc.bookkeepingsvcs@gmail.com
Website: www.tlcbookkeepingsvcs.com
Business Location: Saint Petersburg, Florida
Areas of practice: Individual and Small Business tax preparation, Bookkeeping, Payroll services, QuickBooks clean up.
Georgia
ProFessional Tax Experts
Location: 2385 Wall Street Suite 206, Conyers GA 30013
Phone: 678-812-9431
Email: Taxexperts03@gmail.com
Notes: Handles personal and business tax preparation, financial planning and consulting and credit restoration. Mobile and virtual services available. 15 years experience in tax and finance.
Illinois
Blackwell CPA Services
Location: Algonquin, IL
Contact: Anton P. MBA, CPA, EA
Phone: 630-360-2579
Fax: 630-447-0327
Email: info@blackwellcpa.com
Business Address: 265 Stonegate Rd. Suite 106, Algonquin IL 60102
Website: www.blackwellcpa.com
Areas of service: Monthly accounting, Financial analysis, Tax, Payroll
Brandt Accounting, Inc.
Phone: 847-416-0076
Fax: 847-701-3305
Email: jean@brandtaccountinginc.com
Business Address: 330 Mallard Pt., Lake Barrington, IL 60010
Website: www.brandtaccountinginc.com
JAC Enterprise Global, LLC
Contact: 708-343-7715
Business Location: 4415 Harrison Street Suite 227, Hillside, IL 60162
Website: www.jacenterprise.com
Services Provided: Tax preparation, payroll, bookkeeping, QuickBooks, accounting and financial coaching.
Anton Prokopenko
Location: Algonquin, IL
Contact: Anton P. MBA, CPA, EA
Phone: 630-360-2579
Fax: 630-447-0327
Email: info@blackwellcpa.com
Business Address: 265 Stonegate Rd. Suite 106, Algonquin IL 60102
Website: http://www.blackwellcpa.com
Areas of service: Monthly accounting, Financial analysis, Tax, Payroll
Idaho
Solopreneur Sherpa
Location: Coeur D’Alene, Idaho / Spokane, Washington
Areas of practice: Small Business/New Business Taxes, Consulting, Bookkeeping
Areas of practice not covered: High net wealth 1040 returns, Trust Returns
Contact: Christopher Royalty, CPA
Website: http://www.solosherpa.com
Email: Royalty@solosherpa.com
Schedule Link: https://calendly.com/royaltycpa/sherpa-tax-wa-consult
Notes: Majority of Career spent in Southern California. Experienced with all West-coast states including Oregon, Montana, Washington as well as Texas Personal and Business Taxes. We handle majority of work and documentation requests remotely and have recurring clients throughout the US.
Iowa
Dave Peirce, CPA
Contact: Dave Peirce
Phone: 515-225-8400
Email: Dpeirce@denman-cpa.com
Location: West Des Moines, IA
Areas of practice: Individuals, small businesses, estate and trusts taxation. Business consulting.
Areas I don’t serve: Foreign business entities or expat taxation
Notes: I have over 15 years of experience in public accounting, working with and educating business owners and individuals. I do work with clients remotely in other states.
Beyond Bookkeeping LLC
Contact: Stephanie Lodes, EA
Phone: (712) 326-4779
Email: steph@beyondbookkeepingtaxes.com
Website: http://www.beyondbookkeepingtaxes.com
Location: Shelby, IA – Serving clients around the country – I have experience with multi-state returns
Remote Access: We use a secure portal for all clients and conduct meeting via phone or Zoom.
Areas of Practice: Small business and individual tax prep and planning, QuickBooks services including payroll and training
Notes: I have worked in public accounting for over 13 years. I am an enrolled agent and QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
D & S ServicesLocation: Mason City, IowaPhone: 641-423-3200
Louisiana
Lynn Jacobs, EA, LLC
Location: Kenner, Louisiana
Phone: 504-469-1025
Contact: Lynn Jacobs, EA, USTCP
Areas of Practice: We handle small business and individual tax issues – corporate returns (regular and S), partnerships, estates, gift tax, trusts, and individual tax returns. We are handle all U.S. state tax returns and multi-state returns. Contact us to review your situation and see if we are a good fit for you.
Remote Access? Yes. We use a secure portal for all clients who are not local. We do not accept sensitive documents via email. Consulting meetings may be conducted in person, via phone or Zoom.
Specialties: We also offer notary services and IRS and Tax Court representation.
Website: http://www.LynnJacobs-EA.com
Email: lynnjt@bellsouth.net
Areas we do not handle: Foreign or international taxes, including Guam, USVI or PR.
Massachusetts
Joshua Lopes and Associates
Income Tax Preparation/ Consulting and BookkeepingContact: Joshua Lopes
Phone: 617-699-2173
Email: joshua.lopes@comcast.net
Website: www.lopestax.com
Business Locations: Hanover, Massachusetts and Boston, Massachusetts
Areas of Practice: individuals, small businesses (LLC, S-Corp, partnerships), bookkeeping/ consulting, small non-profits
Areas of Practice we don’t handle: payroll, large businesses
Notes: Owned and operated practice for 20 years. Multi-state experience. Secure, remote service available
Central Mass Bookkeeping & Tax
Contact: Thomas Schofield, EA
Phone: 508-841-5311 Email: tom@centralmassbookkeeping.com
Website: www.centralmassbookkeeping.com
Business Location: Holden, MA
Areas of Practice: Tax preparation (individuals, small business, small non-profits), tax representation, bookkeeping, consulting.
Areas of Practice Not Covered: Reviews/audits/assurance, estates & trusts, payroll.
Notes: Secure, remote service capability.
Michigan
Derby Accounting
Contact: David Derby
Phone: 810-931-1469
Email: david@derby-accounting.com
Website: http://www.derby-accounting.com
Business Locations: Flint, Michigan
Areas of Practice: Individuals &, small businesses tax, multi-state tax, tax resolution, accounting/bookkeeping, cleaning up Quickbooks messes, payroll.
Notes: Secure, remote service. 10 years of working with entrepreneurs to give you accurate, actionable and understandable financials.
Minnesota and North Dakota
Fritz Nelson LLC
Contact info: http://www.fritznelsoncpa.com Use the contact page of the website.
Areas of practice: Individuals, small businesses, S-Corps, partnerships, and farmers. I have done some expat work and would be open to more depending on the circumstances.
Areas not practice not covered: Estates and trusts.
Notes: Owned my practice for almost 10 years and before that was with a small local firm as well as RSM McGladrey in Minneapolis. Office is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, so I do a LOT of ND and MN returns, but I’m comfortable with most states and have clients all over the US, as well as a couple overseas. I have been a licensed CPA since 2010.
Missouri
Midwest Bookkeeping & Tax Service
Contact: Melissa Downs, EA, ABA, ATP, MBA
Phone: 816-356-4500
Email: Melissa@midwestbkpg.com
Website: www.midwestbkpg.com
Business Locations: Kansas City, MO
Locations we serve: We have clients nationwide as well as virtual clients, we utilize video conferencing and client portals via ShareFile.
Areas of Practice: Tax planning and preparation for Individuals, Businesses (1120 and 1065), Trusts, and Estates. Payroll, bookkeeping, CFO consulting, and business plans. Our niche is small business and rental property owners.
Areas we don’t serve: Audits, reviews and compilations, most Farm returns.
Notes: I am third generation. Established in 1919 and Family Owned/operated practice since 1948. Multi-state experience. Secure, remote service available.
Alliance Financial & Income Tax
Location: Kansas City Missouri
Areas of practice: Individual and small business tax planning and preparation as well as financial services. We do not provide accounting or payroll services.
Contact: Mike Mead.
Website: www.afitonline.com.
E-mail: mmead@afitonline.com
Notes: Serving clients in person or remotely.
Phone Number: 816-220-2001
Nevada
Locations Served: Our office is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. However, we serve clients from around the country.
Contact: Troy Erwin, EA, CRPC
Phone:702-805-2006
Email: troy@thrivewisetax.com
Website: https://www.thrivewisetax.com/
Areas of practice: Individuals, small businesses and the FIRE community
Areas of practice I don’t serve: Audits, bookkeeping
Notes: Our technology platform and client portal allow us to meet with clients in person locally as well as virtually through web conferencing. It doesn’t matter where you’re located, we are always here for you.
New Jersey
Joshua Zirilli, CPA
Business location: Manahawkin, NJ
Contact: (609)-467-4111
Email: joshua@zirillicpa.com
Website: http://www.zirillicpa.com
Areas of practice: Small business accounting, tax, and consulting.
Individual tax planning, preparation, and financial independence consulting.Note: Virtual office capability
New York
Hudson Forensic Solutions, LLC
Contact: John Loughren, CPA, CFF, CFE
Phone: 914-801-7910
Email:john@hudsonfvs.com
Website: https://www.hudsonfvs.com/
Business Location: Pleasantville, NY
Locations we serve: Primarily Westchester-based, we do service clients throughout the US.
Areas of practice: Forensic Accounting – Fraud Examination, Economic Damages, insurance claims, etc. and Traditional Accounting Services –small business and individual tax, bookkeeping, and QuickBooks consulting (specifically “Side Hustle” and podcasting). We look to add valuation services in early-2019.
Areas of practice we don’t handle: Foreign tax issues, estates and trusts, attestation, & audits.
Bio: I have a small practice with my wife. We have a combined 35 years of experience in accounting. My original focus was forensic accounting but we have expanded to more traditional services as our business has grown.
Oregon and Washington State
iCompass Compliance Solutions, LLC, dba 1 Hour Impact Firm #5917
Locations we prefer to serve: SW WA or Portland, OR Area. WBE certified in both OR and WA
Contact: Easiest to reach me via email or https://www.facebook.com/TheSpunkyCPA/
Email: deborah.todd.cpa@gmail.com
Areas of practice: Federal and state personal and small biz taxes, Non-Profit – 990s, IRS compliance and remediation, divorce and estates, also small biz startup strategy. Niche expertise in small business interactions with State and Federal Government Contracting.
In person or fully digital capabilities.
Areas of practice you don’t handle: Ex-Pat, valuation disputes, M&A.
Bio: You can learn more here, including govt background- http://1hourimpact.com/about-us/
Interesting tidbit: Special passion for teaching smart early childhood financial literacy using engaging, interactive theater.
Pennsylvania
PRIT SAI LLC
Contact: Pritesh Patel, CPA
Email: pritsaillc@gmail.com
Phone: 215-867-9637
Website: https://pritsaillc.wixsite.com/website
Social Media Page: http://www.facebook.com/pritsaillc
Business Location: Pennsylvania
Locations Served: We serve clients from all around the country virtually.
Remote Access: We use a secure portal for all clients and conduct meeting via Phone, Zoom or clients preferred method.
Areas of Practice: Small Business and Individual Taxation (Preparation & Planning), Bookkeeping and Other Accounting Services.
Fedder Accounting Services
Contact: William M Fedder MBA BA
My firm offers the following services: Tax Returns for both individuals and business, bookkeeping, and payroll, 1099 services.
Location: 55 Micahill Rd., Levittown PA 19056
Phone: 267-984-0076
Tennessee
Carter Financial Consulting
Contact: Mike Carter, CPA
Phone: 615-295-6628
Email: mike@carterfcs.com
Website: https://www.carterfcs.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carterfcs
Business Location: Murfreesboro, TN
Locations we serve: We work with clients all over the US. Video conferencing and secure client portals via ShareFile make it easy to collaborate with clients no matter where life takes them.
Areas of practice: Tax Preparation, Representation, and Planning. We offer advisory services starting with cash flow projections, annual review and planning, strategic implementation and process refinement, KPI identifying and tracking as well as industry benchmarking. We focus on tomorrow so that you can take care of today.
Areas of practice we don’t handle: Attestation & audits.
Bio: I began working at a large regional firm and realized I had a heart for client interaction. I moved to a smaller firm to allow for more facetime and immediately recognized a need for more internal reporting and education for my clients but no one was offering that level of service, so I suggested we do it at the firm. The request was not met with enthusiasm by the firm I was at, who felt tax was the only identity they were comfortable with. So I moved out on my own and began to realize my dream.
Texas
Melissa Bright CPA PLLC
Contact: Melissa Bright
Phone: (512) 966-1528
Email: melissa@melbrightcpa.com
Website: http://www.melbrightcpa.com
Business Location: Paradise, TX (DFW area)
Locations we serve: Predominantly North and Central Texas, but we have the capability to serve clients all over the country. Most clients are virtual.
Areas of practice: Small business and individual tax, bookkeeping, tax planning, tax consulting, and payroll services
Areas of practice we don’t handle: Reviews & audits.
Bio: I am a sole practitioner and conduct most meetings virtually. I have been preparing tax returns since 2008 and have been a CPA since 2011. I love to work with small businesses.
Reza & Sharif CPA P.C.Location: Plano (North Dallas) TX serving Clients worldwideArea of Practice: International Taxation, Independent Contractors, and Small Businesses IndustryFocus Areas: Medical Practices, Technology Firms, Real Estate, Healthcare, Professional Services.Remote Access: Yes. We use a secure portal for all clients.Contact: Mansoor Sharif CPAPhone: 972-733-1212Website: www.rezasharif.comEmail: info@rezasharif.com
Wisconsin
Business & Tax Accountants, LLC
Contact: Drew Oldenburg
Phone: (414) 427-5000
Email: drew@btacpa.us
Website: http://www.btacpa.us/
Business Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Locations we serve: Southeast Wisconsin and the greater Milwaukee area
Areas of practice: Small business and individual tax accounting and consulting services, payroll services, new business formation,
Areas of practice we don’t handle: Foreign tax issues, non-profits, estates and trusts, reviews & audits.
Bio: You can find out more about our firm here. http://www.btacpa.us/about.php.
Multi-state and Complex Issues
Bookkeepers
Two Cats Bookkeeping, LLC
Contact: Stacey Halbert
Phone: (813)738-3903
Email: stacey@twocatsbookkeeping.com
Website: www.twocatsbookkeeping.com
Business Location: Saint Petersburg, Florida,but can work remotely anywhere in the US
Areas of practice: Bookkeeping for service based small businesses, QuickBooks Online setup, clean up and catch up.