A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) provides expert financial services, including tax planning, accounting, bookkeeping, and business consulting. At Stokes & Powell CPAs, we work closely with you to simplify financial processes, ensure compliance, and help your business grow.

Bookkeepers handle daily financial tasks like recording transactions, while CPAs offer advanced services like tax planning, compliance, and strategic financial advice. We provide both bookkeeping and CPA-level services to meet your unique needs.

Proactive tax planning allows us to identify deductions, credits, and strategies that reduce your tax liability. We ensure compliance while maximizing savings, so you keep more of what you earn.

If you miss a tax deadline, penalties and interest may apply. Contact us as soon as possible, and we’ll help you resolve the issue with the IRS and minimize the impact.

Yes, we offer customized bookkeeping services on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis. We’ll ensure your financial records are accurate and up-to-date, so you’re always prepared.

Absolutely. We provide preparation financial reports to give you insights into your business performance, helping you make informed decisions for growth.

Succession planning prepares your business for future leadership transitions, ensuring continuity and stability. We create customized strategies to help you protect your business and its legacy.

We can guide you through the process of adding shareholders, including tax planning, valuation, and drafting agreements to ensure a smooth and fair transition.

A will outlines how your assets are distributed after your passing, while a trust can manage your assets both during your lifetime and after. We’ll help you decide which option works best for your goals.

Yes, effective trust and estate planning can minimize estate taxes and preserve more of your wealth for your beneficiaries.

Yes, we’ll guide you through selecting the right entity type—such as LLC, S-Corp, or partnership—based on your business goals and tax implications.

We can help you implement efficient accounting systems, including QuickBooks, and provide guidance on record-keeping, payroll, and tax compliance.

Absolutely. We’ll handle the initial setup, customize the software to fit your business needs, and provide training to get you up to speed.

No problem! We offer troubleshooting and optimization services to ensure your QuickBooks setup runs smoothly and efficiently.

Contact us immediately. We’ll review the notice, explain what it means, and work directly with the IRS on your behalf to resolve the issue.

Yes, we can create a plan to address back taxes, negotiate with the IRS, and explore options like payment plans or offers in compromise.