Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert CPA & Tax Services in Carlsbad, CA
Ariniello & Associates, CPA has been delivering expert CPA and tax services to San Diego businesses and families since 1989. Founded by Len and Terry Ariniello, our team combines over 50 years of collective experience from leading national CPA firms and corporate controller roles in dynamic entrepreneurial environments. We leverage this extensive background to offer personalized accounting solutions that merge the efficiency of modern technology with the personalized attention of a boutique firm. Our expertise spans tax planning, QuickBooks consulting, audit support, and financial strategy, tailored to meet the unique needs of early-stage ventures, closely held businesses, and individuals with complex tax situations. We prioritize direct collaboration with business principals to ensure proactive financial management and long-term growth.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous two-partner review process for tax filings and our guarantee of work accuracy in case of IRS audits. As QuickBooks ProAdvisors since 2000, we specialize in optimizing accounting systems for efficiency and scalability. Our mission remains focused on helping clients maximize net worth through strategic financial planning while maintaining transparency and responsiveness. With offices in Carlsbad, we serve businesses across North San Diego County, offering outsourced CFO services and customized financial solutions. This enduring dedication to client success has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in financial management for over three decades.
Services
Tax Preparation
QuickBooks Consulting
Accounting Services
Audit Support
Tax Planning
Financial Strategy
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Business Valuation
Retirement Planning
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We combine 50+ years of CPA experience from top national firms with personalized service.
- Our direct principal engagement ensures faster response times and tailored financial strategies.
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification since 2000 for optimized accounting system implementation.
- Proactive tax planning with guaranteed accuracy on IRS filings and audits.
- Outsourced CFO services for growing businesses without internal accounting teams.
Services
Tax Preparation
Professional tax preparation services for individuals and businesses, including multi-state filings and complex deductions. Our partners conduct dual reviews to ensure accuracy, with electronic filing options for faster refunds. We guarantee our work against errors during IRS audits.
QuickBooks Consulting
QuickBooks implementation, training, and optimization services for businesses transitioning to cloud accounting. We assist with system selection, data migration, and integration of payroll and payment processing tools to streamline financial operations.
Tax Planning
Strategic tax planning to minimize liabilities through income timing, deduction optimization, and retirement account utilization. We specialize in multi-state tax scenarios and stock option exercise strategies for executives.
Accounting Services
Comprehensive accounting support including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and budgeting. We provide monthly reconciliations, profit-and-loss analysis, and quarterly compilation services for business owners without in-house accounting teams.
Audit Support
Audit preparation and support services for businesses facing IRS examinations. Our team ensures compliance with tax regulations while representing clients during audit processes to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
People
Len Ariniello
CPA
Former Arthur Youngs manager with expertise in audit, tax, and computer consulting. University of Colorado graduate with extensive experience serving entrepreneurial businesses in San Diego.
Terry Ariniello
CPA
Former Price Waterhouse manager specializing in audit fieldwork for emerging and multi-million-dollar corporations. Cum laude University of Colorado graduate with deep expertise in financial compliance.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax preparation, QuickBooks consulting, financial reporting, budgeting, and outsourced CFO services tailored to small businesses without in-house accounting teams.
Are you certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors?
Yes, we have been QuickBooks ProAdvisors since 2000, offering software selection, implementation, and optimization services for all QuickBooks versions.
How do you handle multi-state tax filings?
Our team specializes in complex multi-state tax scenarios for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance while maximizing deductions across jurisdictions.
What experience do you have with business startups?
We support early-stage ventures with accounting system setup, compliance, and financial planning, operating as outsourced CFOs until internal teams are established.
Do you offer audit preparation services?
Yes, we provide audit support and representation for businesses facing IRS examinations, ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
