Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in San Francisco
Karkiainen & Associates is a full-service accounting firm dedicated to providing comprehensive tax, bookkeeping, and financial planning solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in serving diverse industries including real estate, construction, hospitality, manufacturing, and international business operations. Our approach focuses on delivering personalized service that allows clients to concentrate on growing their businesses while we handle complex financial requirements. We pride ourselves on developing long-term relationships through reliable expertise in payroll systems, financial statement preparation, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Our international experience proves invaluable for foreign clients establishing U.S. operations, offering strategic guidance through all stages of market immersion.The team maintains deep industry knowledge across real estate development, garment distribution, and technology sectors, ensuring tailored solutions that address specific business challenges. Our commitment to accuracy and timely reporting empowers clients to make informed management decisions during both growth periods and financial transitions. This dedication to excellence has sustained client relationships spanning over 30 years in many cases. We differentiate ourselves through specialized expertise in multi-state corporate taxation and international accounting standards. Our professionals combine traditional accounting excellence with modern financial strategies to meet evolving business needs.
Services
Accounting
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping
Financial Planning
Payroll Services
International Tax Consulting
Real Estate Accounting
Corporate Tax Compliance
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience serving diverse business sectors including real estate and international operations
- Our team provides specialized expertise in multi-state corporate taxation and international accounting standards
- We deliver personalized financial solutions tailored to specific industry requirements
- Our professionals maintain long-term client relationships through reliable, accurate reporting
- We combine traditional accounting excellence with modern financial strategies
Services
Accounting
Our comprehensive accounting services provide accurate financial record-keeping and reporting for businesses of all sizes. We handle day-to-day financial transactions, general ledger maintenance, and month-end closing processes. Our team ensures proper categorization of expenses and income while maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This service supports informed business decision-making through timely and accurate financial statements.
Tax Preparation
We offer complete tax preparation services for corporations, partnerships, and international businesses. Our expertise covers federal, state, and local tax compliance with a focus on multi-jurisdictional filings. The team stays current with changing tax regulations to ensure accurate submissions while identifying legitimate tax-saving opportunities. Our service includes year-round tax planning support to optimize financial outcomes.
Payroll Services
Our specialized payroll services handle all aspects of employee compensation management. We process payroll calculations, tax withholdings, and regulatory filings while maintaining compliance with labor laws. The service includes generating pay statements, managing year-end tax forms, and providing detailed payroll reports. Our expertise ensures accurate and timely payment processing for businesses of all sizes.
International Tax Consulting
We provide expert guidance for foreign businesses establishing U.S. operations. Our consulting services cover market entry strategies, compliance requirements, and cross-border tax implications. The team assists with entity selection, tax registration, and ongoing compliance management. This service helps international companies navigate complex U.S. tax regulations while ensuring smooth market integration.
Real Estate Accounting
Our specialized real estate accounting services address the unique financial needs of property management and development firms. We handle income allocation tracking, budget preparation, and construction cost accounting. The service includes managing tenant receivables, property expense tracking, and development project financial reporting. Our expertise supports effective financial management across residential, commercial, and development real estate ventures.
People
Aini Karkiainen
Founder
With over 30 years of experience, Aini specializes in corporate tax and international business consulting. She has helped numerous foreign clients establish successful U.S. operations while maintaining compliance with American regulations.
Jennifer Chester
VP of Operations
Bringing 30 years of expertise in real estate and garment industry accounting, Jennifer oversees complex client operations. She develops financial reporting systems and manages accounting processes for major commercial and residential property developments.
Kathrine Kong
Payroll Specialist
With 25 years of experience, Kathrine manages payroll systems and financial statement preparation for wholesale and retail clients. She specializes in international accounting requirements and tax compliance for global businesses.
Alex Klonsky
Tax Manager
A tax expert with a business degree in international law, Alex manages individual tax services. He works with real estate firms and international corporations, providing compliance solutions and tax planning strategies.
Carolyn Cotter
CPA
Licensed California CPA with 10 years of experience in tax compliance and consulting. Carolyn specializes in technology, life sciences, and e-commerce sectors, offering expertise in stock compensation taxation and state tax matters.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accounting solutions including bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, payroll processing, and tax compliance tailored to small business needs.
Do you work with international companies?
Yes, we specialize in helping foreign businesses establish U.S. operations with expert guidance on compliance, tax requirements, and market integration strategies.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve diverse sectors including real estate, construction, hospitality, manufacturing, technology, and international commerce with industry-specific accounting expertise.
Are your services available outside regular business hours?
We offer weekend appointments for client convenience and provide emergency support during regular business hours for urgent accounting needs.
How do you ensure tax compliance for multi-state operations?
Our team maintains expertise in multi-jurisdictional tax regulations to ensure proper compliance while identifying legitimate tax optimization opportunities for cross-state operations.
What experience do you have with payroll systems?
We have 25+ years of experience managing complex payroll systems including tax withholdings, regulatory filings, and customized reporting for businesses of all sizes.
