Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Tax Preparation and Accounting Services
Arthur B Stanley & Associates has dedicated 30 years to delivering comprehensive accounting, tax preparation, and consulting services to individuals and businesses of all sizes. Our expertise spans income tax preparation for simple W-2 filers to complex multi-state returns, corporate tax solutions for sole proprietorships through C corporations, and strategic planning for business transactions. With a team led by Arthur B. Stanley, a California-licensed CPA since 2007 with private practice experience since 1997, and Jaime L. Stanley, a California Registered Tax Preparer since 2015, we combine deep technical knowledge with personalized service.Our focus on compliance assurance, audit risk management, and tailored tax planning ensures clients receive actionable insights to navigate tax challenges confidently. We prioritize transparency, ethical standards, and client-centric solutions, reflected in our commitment to resolving past IRS and state tax issues while maintaining a family-oriented approach to service. Our decades of experience and participation in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program underscore our dedication to staying current with evolving tax regulations.
Services
Income Tax Preparation
Compliance Assurance
Tax Planning
Audit Risk Management
IRS Resolution Services
Business Entity Choice
Quarterly Tax Estimates
Transactional Planning
Retirement Plan Tax Impact
Multi-State Filings
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 30 years of experience in tax preparation and consulting
- Certified Public Accountant with expertise in complex tax matters
- Personalized tax planning solutions for individuals and businesses
- Proven track record in audit risk management and resolution
- California-based team with deep local regulatory knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
Services
Income Tax Preparation
We prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses, from simple W-2 filings to complex multi-state returns. Our team handles rental properties, corporate structures, and high-net-worth clients. With expertise in evolving tax codes, we ensure accurate filings while maximizing deductions and credits.
Audit Risk Management
Our audit preparation services help clients minimize IRS and state tax agency scrutiny. We review financial records for compliance, identify potential red flags, and provide documentation strategies. For ongoing audits, we represent clients and negotiate resolutions to reduce penalties and liabilities.
Transactional Planning
We advise on tax implications of business transactions including property sales, mergers, and acquisitions. Our planning identifies tax-efficient structures for asset transfers and business reorganizations. Clients receive detailed projections to optimize after-tax proceeds from major financial decisions.
Business Entity Choice
We analyze optimal business structures (LLC, S Corp, C Corp) based on ownership, industry, and growth plans. Our guidance covers formation requirements, tax treatment differences, and liability protection. Clients receive cost-benefit comparisons to inform long-term business strategy.
Quarterly Tax Estimates
We calculate accurate quarterly estimated tax payments for individuals and businesses with non-withheld income. Our projections consider income fluctuations, deductions, and changing tax laws. This service helps clients avoid underpayment penalties while maintaining cash flow flexibility.
People
Arthur B. Stanley
Certified Public Accountant
Licensed CPA in California since 2007 with private practice experience since 1997. Specializes in complex tax planning and business consulting. Holds BS in Business Administration from Cal Poly Pomona. Active in continuing education for tax law updates.
Jaime L. Stanley
California Registered Tax Preparer
20-year tax preparation specialist with expertise in individual and small business returns. IRS Annual Filing Season Program participant since 2015. Focuses on accuracy and client education for tax compliance. Holds California Tax Education Council certification.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
We specialize in income tax preparation, audit risk management, business entity structuring, transactional tax planning, and IRS resolution services for individuals and businesses.
Do you handle complex tax situations?
Yes, we work with complex returns including multi-state filings, rental properties, corporate structures, and high-net-worth individuals. Our team stays current with evolving tax regulations.
How experienced is your team?
Our lead CPA has 30 years of experience with private practice since 1997. Our tax preparer holds California certification with 20 years of experience and annual IRS program participation since 2015.
Can you help with IRS audit issues?
Yes, we provide audit representation, documentation preparation, and penalty negotiation services. Our team has resolved numerous IRS and California FTB compliance matters for clients.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve California clients but work with individuals and businesses nationwide through secure digital document exchange and virtual consultations.
