Business Details
Your Trusted Tax Partner in Daphne, AL
Stellar Accounting is a boutique CPA firm dedicated to delivering personalized tax and accounting solutions. With a focus on resolving complex taxpayer issues, we combine technical expertise with a client-centered approach to address tax preparation, planning, and resolution needs. Our founder, Starla Smith, brings over two decades of experience from corporate leadership roles at Shell and BP, alongside specialized credentials including Certified Fraud Examiner and NTPI Fellow. We prioritize transparency, security, and efficiency, offering virtual services to clients across Alabama and beyond.Our commitment to continuous education ensures we stay ahead of evolving tax regulations, while our local presence fosters trust and accessibility. By tailoring strategies to individual circumstances, we empower clients to navigate tax challenges with confidence. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, technical proficiency, and ability to transform stressful situations into manageable outcomes. Whether assisting with IRS audits, back taxes, or QuickBooks clean-up, we aim to alleviate financial stress while safeguarding our clients' interests.
Services
Tax Preparation
IRS Audit Representation
Back Taxes Resolution
Payroll Tax Problem Resolution
QuickBooks Clean-up
Tax Planning
Delinquent Tax Returns
Tax Debt Solutions
Innocent Spouse Claims
Penalty Abatement
Highlights and features
- We offer IRS audit representation with proven success in penalty abatements and installment agreements.
- Our team combines corporate expertise with personalized service for tailored tax solutions.
- We provide secure virtual tax preparation for clients outside the Mobile, AL area.
- Our founder holds advanced credentials including CPA, CFE, and NTPI Fellow designations.
- We specialize in resolving complex tax debt through offers in compromise and collection alternatives.
Associations and certifications
- NTPI Fellow
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- QuickBooks Advanced Certified ProAdvisor
What people say
Extremely professional
Lifesaver
Stress reducer
Prompt services
Tax resolution expertise
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare and efile individual, corporate, and estate tax returns at local, state, and federal levels. Our process ensures compliance with current regulations while maximizing refunds through strategic deductions. Clients receive clear explanations of all documentation to ensure complete understanding before submission.
IRS Audit Representation
Our team handles IRS and state audit correspondence, preparing responses and negotiating resolutions. We guide clients through document preparation, represent them during audits, and advocate for fair outcomes while minimizing potential penalties and liabilities.
Back Taxes Resolution
We assist clients in filing overdue tax returns and resolving accumulated debt. Services include reconstructing financial records, submitting late filings, and developing payment plans to achieve compliance while reducing associated stress and penalties.
Tax Debt Solutions
We negotiate tax debt reductions through installment agreements, offers in compromise, and penalty abatements. Our strategies address IRS levies, liens, and collection alternatives while ensuring ongoing compliance with current tax obligations.
QuickBooks Clean-up
We restore accounting accuracy by reconciling imbalanced records and implementing efficient QuickBooks systems. Our services include process optimization, staff training, and financial reporting enhancements to improve business operational efficiency.
People
Starla Smith
Founder and Owner
CPA and Certified Fraud Examiner with 20+ years of corporate accounting experience. Former Shell/BP controller specializes in tax resolution, QuickBooks systems, and IRS representation. Leads Alabama NATP chapter and holds NTPI Fellow designation.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax preparation, audit representation, payroll tax resolution, and QuickBooks clean-up services tailored to small businesses in Alabama and surrounding areas.
Can you help with IRS audit representation?
Yes, we handle IRS audit correspondence, prepare documentation, and represent clients during audits to achieve favorable resolutions while minimizing penalties.
Do you offer virtual tax preparation services?
Yes, we provide secure remote tax preparation and filing services for clients outside the Mobile, AL area with personalized support.
How do you handle back tax filings?
We reconstruct financial records, file delinquent returns, and develop payment plans to resolve back taxes while ensuring future compliance.
What credentials does your team hold?
Our team includes a CPA, Certified Fraud Examiner, NTPI Fellow, and QuickBooks Advanced Certified ProAdvisor with extensive corporate and tax resolution experience.
Can you resolve tax debt issues?
We negotiate tax debt reductions through installment agreements, offers in compromise, and penalty abatements while addressing IRS collection actions.
