Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting and Tax Services in Novato, CA
Ghirardo CPA has been a trusted partner in tax, accounting, and business services since 1990, serving individuals and businesses across Northern California. Our team of seasoned professionals, including CPAs with advanced degrees and specialized certifications, brings decades of combined experience to deliver tailored financial solutions. We focus on minimizing tax liabilities, optimizing business operations, and providing strategic wealth planning while maintaining a commitment to technical excellence and client-centric service. Our deep roots in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties allow us to combine local market knowledge with national standards of professionalism.Through continuous education and adherence to ethical practices, we ensure our clients receive accurate, compliant, and forward-thinking advice. Our reputation as one of the North Bays top 500 businesses reflects our dedication to exceeding expectations through personalized attention and innovative problem-solving. We prioritize long-term relationships built on trust, transparency, and measurable results.
Services
Tax Services
Business Consulting
Real Estate Consulting
Wealth Planning
Auditing
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in accounting and tax consulting.
- Our team includes CPAs with advanced degrees and specialized certifications.
- We provide personalized service tailored to individual and business client needs.
- We deliver comprehensive solutions spanning tax, business, and wealth planning.
- We serve Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties with local market expertise.
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services ensure accurate, compliant filings for individuals and businesses, minimizing liabilities through strategic planning. We handle federal, state, and local returns, gift taxes, payroll taxes, and business property taxes. Our team stays updated on evolving regulations to maximize savings while maintaining compliance.
Business Consulting
We provide tailored business consulting to enhance profitability and growth. Services include cash flow analysis, entity selection, succession planning, and mergers & acquisitions guidance. Our approach combines financial expertise with operational insights to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities for long-term success.
Wealth Planning
Our wealth planning services focus on retirement, estate, and investment strategies to secure clients' financial futures. We develop customized plans considering tax implications, asset allocation, and legacy goals. By integrating tax and business insights, we help clients preserve and transfer wealth effectively.
Real Estate Consulting
We offer real estate consulting for property transactions, including 1031 exchanges and tax-deferred strategies. Our services cover acquisition analysis, financing options, and portfolio optimization. We help clients navigate complex tax implications to maximize returns on real estate investments.
Auditing
Our auditing services ensure financial transparency and regulatory compliance for businesses. We conduct thorough reviews of financial statements, internal controls, and operational processes. This service helps organizations identify risks, improve efficiency, and build stakeholder confidence through accurate reporting.
People
Jerry Ghirardo
Partner
Jerry Ghirardo CPA, CPA and MBA holder, co-founded Ghirardo CPA in 1990. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in tax planning and business consulting, focusing on client-centric solutions for Marin County businesses.
Steve Ghirardo
Partner
Steve Ghirardo CPA, CPA with an MBA and real estate broker license, co-founded the firm. He leads real estate consulting and wealth planning services, leveraging dual expertise in finance and property transactions to serve North Bay clients.
Greta Hoversten
Partner
Greta Hoversten, CPA and MBA holder, specializes in business consulting and tax strategy. With 20+ years at Ghirardo CPA, she advises closely held businesses on growth, compliance, and succession planning in Sonoma and Napa Counties.
Michael Domecus
Partner
Michael Domecus, CPA with a master's degree, focuses on auditing and financial reporting. He ensures accuracy and compliance for corporate clients, bringing technical precision to complex accounting challenges across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Cindy Grove
Tax Manager
Cindy Grove, CPA, leads tax compliance services at Ghirardo CPA. With expertise in individual and business tax returns, she ensures clients meet obligations while identifying savings opportunities through strategic planning.
Questions
What services does Ghirardo CPA CPA offer?
We provide tax preparation, business consulting, real estate advisory, wealth planning, auditing, and compliance services for individuals and businesses.
Which areas does Ghirardo CPA CPA serve?
We serve Marin County, Sonoma County, Napa County, San Francisco, and the broader San Francisco Bay Area.
How can Ghirardo CPA CPA help with tax planning?
Our team identifies tax-saving opportunities, handles complex filings, and creates strategies to minimize liabilities for individuals and businesses.
What expertise does the firm have in business consulting?
We offer cash flow analysis, entity selection, succession planning, and growth strategies tailored to small and mid-sized businesses.
Does Ghirardo CPA CPA handle real estate transactions?
Yes, we specialize in 1031 exchanges, property tax planning, and advisory services for real estate acquisitions and sales.
