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Think of me as your financial ecosystem architect—here to build and protect every facet of your financial life. I specialize in tax resolution, guiding clients through IRS challenges, resolving tax debts, and negotiating on your behalf for stress-free outcomes. Got an IRS letter? Let me take a look. Looking for LLC structuring that safeguards your assets, or strategic planning that transforms tax season from a headache into a celebration of smart decisions? That’s my specialty. My approach focuses on breaking down complex tax and financial concepts into simple, actionable steps, empowering you to make confident, informed choices. Whether you’re facing IRS issues or planning your next milestone, I’m committed to helping you build lasting financial success—one solution at a time. Let me help you save more of what you earn.

I'm an experienced tax consultant who specializes in helping businesses identify, secure, and defend R&D Tax Credits. I seek to educate and help taxpayers capture these tax benefits by providing a “tried and true” process, yet custom-tailored solution for each individual client. Given the complex and ever-changing nature of the tax code, my core principles focus first and foremost on the client experience, identifying meaningful value while providing an efficient, proactive, and transparent service based on integrity.

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I’m an accountant with a decade of public accounting experience. My focus is in tax preparation and client advisory services. I’ve worked with small business owners to reduce tax risk and make financial matters easier to understand. I specialize in preparing tax returns for individuals, businesses, estates, and trusts. My goal is to give clients the tools they need for financial success and long-term growth. Let’s work together to reach your goals!

I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) specialized in providing tax, accounting, consulting, FP&A for small to mid-size businesses & individuals. Accounting: Bookkeeping, AP/AR process, Payroll, Financial Statement, Account/Bank Reconciliation, W-2/1099, Reporting Tax: Individual/Personal(form 1040), Sole Proprietor, LLC, Partnership, S-Corporation, and C-Corporation tax returns, Payroll Tax, W-2/1099, non profit & tax planning Consulting: FP&A(Forecast, Budget, Analysis), Financial Modeling, Tax Planning, Financial Analysis

Top-Rated Tax Advisor on Upwork | 200+ Jobs Completed | 5-Star Rating I’m a Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) and IRS Enrolled Agent with over 12 years of experience in U.S. tax preparation, accounting, and audit services — and a Top Rated freelancer on Upwork with 200+ successfully completed projects and a consistent 5-star rating. I specialize in helping U.S.-based and foreign-owned businesses manage their tax and accounting obligations with accuracy, compliance, and peace of mind. Whether you need expert tax filing, IRS representation, or full-service bookkeeping, I bring deep technical expertise and a strong track record of delivering results. ✅ Services I Provide: Federal & State Tax Return Filing – 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, 1041, 990 IRS Representation – Audits, penalty abatements, appeals, notices Business Formation & Compliance – LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, EINs, DBAs Payroll Setup & Filings – Forms 941, 940, W-2, 1099, TWC, and more Sales & Use Tax Filings – Multi-state compliance Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting – QuickBooks, Xero, Wave, etc. Year-End Cleanup & 1099 Preparation Foreign-Owned LLC & Nonresident Tax Compliance 🧰 Tools I Work With: QuickBooks (Online & Desktop), Xero, Wave, ADP, Gusto, R365, Zoho, Lacerte, ProConnect, CCH Axcess, UltraTax, Canopy, and more. I am proud to be recognized by my clients for reliability, attention to detail, and clear communication. I strive to make complex tax and financial matters easy to understand — and even easier to manage. Let’s connect and get your finances in order, the right way.