Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Albuquerque
Woodward & Eskew PC has been delivering personalized financial guidance to individuals, fiduciaries, and businesses for decades. Our expertise spans tax planning, estate and trust services, accounting, and payroll solutions, tailored to meet the evolving needs of clients in a complex regulatory environment. With a focus on minimizing tax liabilities and optimizing financial opportunities, we combine deep industry knowledge with a commitment to client-centric service. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in public accounting, supported by advanced credentials and active involvement in professional organizations.We prioritize data security through a 14-layer protected client portal while maintaining accessibility through personalized consultations. By blending technical proficiency with local market understanding, we ensure clients receive actionable insights aligned with their unique financial goals.
Services
Tax Preparation
Estate Planning
Accounting Services
Payroll Processing
Financial Statements
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined CPA experience in New Mexico's unique tax landscape
- Our team holds Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) designations from AICPA
- We provide 14-layer data security for client information protection
- Our services include strategic tax planning for business owners and executives
- We combine technical expertise with personalized, hands-on client attention
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation services for individuals and businesses, including federal and state tax filings. Our expertise optimizes deductions and credits while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Services cover income tax, estate tax, and trust tax filings for maximum tax efficiency.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients navigate complex tax laws for asset transfer. We create customized strategies to minimize tax liabilities and ensure smooth wealth transition to beneficiaries while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Accounting Services
We offer full accounting cycle services including general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, and system setup. Our solutions provide accurate financial insights for business decision-making and external reporting requirements across all industry sectors.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll services handle tax withholdings, wage reporting, and regulatory compliance for businesses of all sizes. We ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining adherence to federal and state employment tax requirements.
Financial Statements
We prepare financial statements with varying assurance levels including reviews, compilations, and basic preparations. These services help businesses present accurate financial data to stakeholders while meeting specific reporting needs and regulatory standards.
People
Mike R. Eskew
Principal CPA
Certified Public Accountant with Personal Financial Specialist designation. 35+ years experience in New Mexico accounting. Former YMCA board chairman and Rotary Club treasurer. UNM graduate with accounting degree.
Mike Chelius
Principal CPA
Personal Financial Specialist with 25+ years experience. Former Chamber of Commerce treasurer. Holds Masters in Accounting with Taxation concentration from UNM. Active in local leadership organizations.
Richard McLendon
CPA Contractor
Experienced CPA providing seasonal tax services. Longstanding independent contractor with deep knowledge of New Mexico tax regulations and accounting standards.
Nikki Brown
Payroll Manager
Accounting graduate managing bookkeeping and payroll operations. Joined firm full-time in 2014 after completing UNM Bachelor's degree. Specializes in payroll compliance and business accounting systems.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide comprehensive accounting services including general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll processing tailored to small business needs.
How do you handle tax planning for high-net-worth individuals?
Our tax planning services for high-net-worth individuals focus on minimizing liabilities through strategic estate planning, trust management, and utilization of current tax law provisions.
What's the difference between a review and compilation service?
Reviews provide limited assurance through analytical procedures, while compilations present financial data without assurance but offer CPA association benefits for lender interactions.
How secure is your client portal?
Our client portal employs 14 layers of security technology to ensure complete data protection and confidentiality for all financial information exchanges.
Do you offer financial planning for business owners?
Yes, we specialize in financial planning for business owners, including succession planning, tax-efficient strategies, and long-term growth optimization.
