Business Details
Trusted Accounting Services in Beaufort, SC
Messer & Company & Company provides quality personalized accounting and financial guidance to individuals and businesses. Our mission is to deliver high-quality accounting and tax services while taking a proactive approach to help clients achieve their future goals. With decades of combined experience, our team of certified professionals offers open communication, sound analysis, and tailored solutions for tax preparation, business accounting, and financial planning.We serve clients across the Lowcountry and beyond from our offices in Beaufort, South Carolina and Cross Lanes, West Virginia. Our dedication to professionalism, responsiveness, and quality has earned us recognition as a leading firm in the region. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and provide competent, timely advice that supports long-term financial success.
Services
Tax Preparation
Business Accounting
Bookkeeping Services
Tax Planning
Non-Profit Services
IRS Representation
Financial Guidance
Highlights and features
- We have CPAs with decades of combined experience in accounting and tax services
- Our team provides close personal and professional attention to every client
- We offer tailored solutions for individual tax preparation and business accounting
- Our firm maintains high standards of excellence and professionalism
- We serve clients across South Carolina and West Virginia with local expertise
Associations and certifications
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
What people say
Leading firm
Personal and professional attention
Professional and responsive
Quality service
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation services for individuals and businesses. Our CPAs ensure accurate filing while identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities. With expertise in federal and state tax regulations, we handle complex returns for high-net-worth individuals, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
Business Accounting
Our business accounting services include financial statement preparation, payroll processing, and financial consulting. We help businesses maintain accurate records, comply with reporting requirements, and make informed financial decisions through detailed analysis and strategic guidance.
Bookkeeping Services
We offer complete bookkeeping solutions to maintain accurate financial records. Our services include accounts payable/receivable management, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. We help businesses maintain organized records to support informed decision-making and tax preparation.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on long-term strategies to minimize tax burdens. We analyze clients' financial situations to implement effective tax-saving strategies, including retirement planning, business structure optimization, and estate tax considerations for individuals and businesses.
Non-Profit Organizations
We specialize in accounting and tax services for nonprofit organizations. Our expertise includes 990 filings, grant compliance, and financial reporting. We help nonprofits maintain proper documentation while maximizing tax benefits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
People
Brian A Messer
Owner/CEO
Brian Messer & Company & Company is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner with expertise in accounting and tax services across South Carolina and West Virginia.
Jennifer N. Smith
Staff CPA
Jennifer Smith holds CPA certifications in South Carolina and Texas with expertise in accounting and finance, serving clients since 2010.
Fiore Foster
Staff CPA
Fiore Foster is a South Carolina-certified CPA with experience in accounting services for individuals and businesses since joining in 2023.
Amy L Wood
Expert Consultant
Amy Wood has been with the firm since 1994, providing accounting expertise and holding CPA certification in South Carolina for over 25 years.
David H Mims
Expert Consultant
David Mims is a founding partner with extensive experience in accounting services, serving clients in South Carolina since the firm's inception.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide comprehensive business accounting services including financial statements, payroll processing, and strategic financial guidance tailored to small businesses.
Do you handle tax preparation for individuals?
Yes, we offer complete individual tax preparation services with expertise in optimizing tax benefits while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Are you available for urgent tax issues?
We prioritize timely assistance for tax matters and offer consultations to address urgent tax problems and IRS-related concerns.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Beaufort, South Carolina and Cross Lanes, West Virginia with personalized accounting and tax services.
