SERVICES

Business Development & Growth

                                                                                   Growing your business for financial independence and peace of mind can be a challenge without any additional support or assistance. We work with our clients over the growth period and guide them through the 12-24 month business development program designed to increase company profits and entity value. 

         As part of the business development process we conduct a detailed financial analysis, an activity-based costing analysis, and a comprehensive assessment of your customer base and business processes. We also conduct a complete business diagnostic to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in your business.

                                   If you'd like to discuss your accounting & tax needs for your business give us a call to arrange an appointment -  CALL (416) 388-7169  

QUICK BOOKS

                                                                       As a businessman wouldn’t you like to simplify your job even more? Intuit’s QuickBooks Pro is the most popular accounting software on the market; more than 80% of small business owners use it to manage their Bookkeeping & Finances. Not only could it help you stay on top of your own business’s finances, but it will enable you to become more valuable to current and potential clients. With  Professional Bookkeeper’s Guide to QuickBooks you’ll accomplish the following:

    1.       Learn how to use QuickBooks for small business accounting.

2.       Receive training to set up a company’s accounting books and build its accounting system from scratch.

3.       Add a valuable resource to your reference library.

4.       Gain access to experienced, qualified QuickBooks professional accountants (Certified Quick book proadvisor) to answer your questions.

5.       Learn practical and efficient methods of getting the job done correctly within the QuickBooks program.

6.       Payroll Solutions.

 Expand your business and increase the value.

Tax Preparation Services

                                                                                   Calculating you income taxes can be one of the most complicated things that you need to do as a business owner. We work with our client to minimize their tax bill and audit-proof their accounting records for Revenue Canada. We  are trained not to ignore even the smallest deduction. Often times there is more than one method of preparing a tax return or taking certain deductions, we are committed to evaluating each method and selecting the most beneficial one for our clients.

               We prepare T1 Personal tax returns for individuals, self-employed, commissioned salespersons, sole proprietors or business partnership. We also prepare T2 Corporate tax returns. Our believe is that comprehensive and timely tax planning is the key to lower taxes for both individuals and business entities. 

We regularly attend tax seminars on a regular basis to learn about changes in the tax laws. Also, we subscribe to a comprehensive tax research library with access to Revenue Canada interpretation bulletins, tax rulings and case history from the Tax Court of Canada. These tools are imperative in keeping up to date with the complexity and every changing tax rules.

At H&R Block, our tax professionals help you get every advantage you deserve at tax time. Every year there are many new tax law changes that may affect you. H&R Block tax professionals receive extensive training to keep current on all the tax changes to ensure you get back all the money you're entitled to.

Professional Tax Consulting is a full service tax preparation and planning business serving the San Francisco Bay Area 

Carr Accounting is a comprehensive CPA firm offering tax preparation, tax accounting, and business consulting solutions. We offer progressive income tax planning and preparation services for both business and individuals.  

Our business services are tailored to each of our clients to fit their current needs as well as the future goals of their businesses. We take a proactive approach to business tax planning. By consulting with a CPA our business clients can reduce their tax liability in the current year while also planning for the future.  

As a business owner, proper choice of business entity and structure is vital to reducing tax liability. We provide business entity projections and planning so that you can choose the right structure for your business. Once an entity structure is established Carr Accounting can assist in entity creation so that you can maximize your tax savings.  

Our approach to individual tax clients mirrors that of our business clients. It is our goal to consult with our individual tax clients during the year anytime their tax situation changes. Considering buying a house? We provide tax projections and planning so that you can evaluate the tax benefits of owning a house. Tax consulting is vital anytime your tax situation changes, meeting with a CPA and planning for the future can greatly reduce the amount of taxes you pay.  

Five Star Financial provides accounting and tax consulting for individuals and small businesses. We will accommodate and cater to all your needs.

Services offered include:

Strategic Tax Planning - A proactive approach to evaluating current operations and finances in order to structure an overall tax minimization plan.

Transaction Structuring - An evaluation of anticipated transactions to provide recommendations on tax efficient alternatives.

Financial Consulting & Planning - Services include general business planning, retirement planning, education & goal funding, budgeting, estate plan consulting and more.

Tax Return Preparation - Includes preparation of corporation, partnership & LLC, individual, ficuciary, and other business tax returns.

Tax Audit Representation - Full service tax representation before the IRS or state taxing authorities. Includes responding to tax inquiries and other tax notices.

Large Company In-House Tax Assistance - This service is provided to large companies needing assistance with in-house efforts on various tax projects. Services may include assistance with acquisition tax due diligence work, research credit analysis, transfer pricing documentation, and other international or domestic tax matters.

To provide clients with access to a full range of financial services, Peter has established a referral network of top financial professionals. Clients can receive added financial expertise with:

* Investing

* Loans

* Insurance

* Real Estate

* Legal Advice

* and more 

Business Tax Services

For businesses, the tax laws are constantly changing. At Shapiro Tax Consultant, we keep abreast of all changes, so you can focus on your business. And we have been doing it since 1955. If you are looking for personal and concise service for your business tax needs, we can help. 

Offering business tax services and consulting to the Northern Virginia and Maryland area, our vast experience includes preparation of every type of return, from all states, including:

Corporate Tax Services - Both C and S Corp's

Partnerships

LLCs

Sole Proprietors

Non Profit Organizations

We work with business of all sizes. Whether you are a sole proprietor working by yourself, or have a corporation with dozens of employees, we structure a service specialized for both your business and your needs. 

Examples of some of our business tax preparation and related services include:

Preparation of quarterly and yearly tax returns

Preparation of W-2's, 1099's, and year end employment taxes

Full accounting services

Consulting services

Building of financial statements, balance sheets, etc. 

Accounting Services for Businesses

At Shapiro Tax Consultant, we provide a personal approach to proving accounting services because we understand that every business is different. Our accounting solutions are designed to help you focus your time and energy where it counts, on growing your business. Since 1955, our tailored approach to providing accounting services to businesses of all sizes allows us to provide you with the highest quality service. 

Offering accounting services to business in the Northern Virginia and Maryland area, we provide:

Payroll Services:

Pay Period Tracking

The Keeping of Payroll Records

Quarterly 941 Statements

Year End 940 Statements

W-2 / W-3 and or 1099 Statement Preparation

General Services:

Financial Statements

Balance Sheets

Revenue Tracking

Expense Breakout

Consulting services

Much More

Tax Preparation Services

For many individuals, tax preparation and filing may seem like and overwhelming task. With constant change to complicated Federal and State tax laws, along with life and financial changing events, this is common feeling for a large majority of the population. Overlooking deductions and credits that you are entitled to can cost you money. Additionally, the accidental omission of items classified as taxable income can cost you even more down the road.

To take away the confusion, unknown and to help you understand and prepare for the future, there is no substitute for utilizing the assistance of an experienced tax preparation service.  

The current tax system offers many different variables that create different types of tax issues. These variables may include:

529 Education Plans

Home Ownership

Capital Gains or Losses

Self Employment

Taxes on Investments

Receipt of Gifts Over a Certain Amount

Inheritances

Tax Credits and Deductions

Taxes and Insurance

Child Support and Alimony

Retirement Plans

401 / IRA Contributions, Deductions and Withdrawals

Extensions, Back Taxes and Late Filings

and Many More...

Small Business Startup Consulting

At Shapiro Tax Consultant, we provide small business startup consulting to ensure your business gets started on the right foot. Bad business planning along with bad financial and tax management  are often a recipe for disaster for small businesses. It is in this area, we have been proudly helping small businesses since 1955. Through our consulting services specialized for your startup business, it is our goal to help guide and educate you, so you can build a business model that works.

Some of our Small Business Startup Consulting Services include:

Choosing of a Business Entity Type (Sole Proprietor, LLC, Partnership, C or S Corp)

Preparation of Documents to Secure The Proper Federal, State and Local Licenses Required to do Business in Your Area

Tax and Accounting Advisement, Planning, and Preparation

Proper Management of Records, Receipts, Etc.

Computer / Software Consultation

We understand that starting a small business is an exciting time. Our goal is to make sure you are focused on the development and success of your business. At Shapiro Tax Consultant, we can take the intimidation and uncertainty out of the nuts and bolts of your business, the proper setup and future planning so you can utilize your energy where it counts..