Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Accounting & Tax Services Chicago
Comprehensive Accounting Solutions was founded in 2007 by Gayle Smith, a licensed Certified Public Accountant with over three decades of experience in public accounting and private industry. Our firm specializes in delivering personalized financial services tailored to small businesses and individuals, focusing on tax compliance, bookkeeping, and strategic financial planning. With expertise spanning from basic recordkeeping to advanced CFO-level advisory, we provide customized accounting solutions for businesses generating $500,000 to $20 million in annual revenue. Our services include cash flow management, accounting system optimization, internal control reviews, and tax planning designed to minimize liabilities while maximizing profitability. We emphasize proactive financial guidance, offering services like business valuation, fraud detection, and strategic planning to help clients achieve long-term success.Our team combines technical expertise with practical business insights to deliver measurable returns on investment through process improvements and technology integration. We serve diverse clients including individuals, startups, nonprofits, and established businesses across multiple entity structures. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our focus on accuracy, compliance, and client education throughout the tax preparation and advisory process. We maintain year-round availability for tax consultations and provide ongoing support for financial planning needs. Our approach combines deep industry knowledge with personalized service to help clients navigate complex financial challenges and achieve their business objectives.
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Tax Planning
Forensic Accounting
Startup Consulting
Cash Flow Management
Entity Selection
Strategic Planning
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of CPA expertise in tax and accounting services
- Our customized solutions adapt to businesses generating $500k-$20M annually
- We provide multi-level accounting support from bookkeeping to CFO advisory
- Our proactive tax planning minimizes liabilities while maximizing deductions
- We combine technical expertise with personalized financial guidance
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Our bookkeeping services ensure accurate financial recordkeeping for businesses over $500,000 in revenue. We handle transaction coding, bank reconciliations, and monthly reporting while providing advisory support for cash flow management and payroll compliance. Our experienced professionals implement process improvements that deliver measurable returns on investment through enhanced accounting efficiencies.
Tax Planning
Proactive tax planning services help minimize tax liabilities through strategic transaction planning. We provide individual and corporate tax projections, analyze entity structures for tax optimization, and identify legal deduction opportunities. Our expertise covers complex tax situations including international work, estate planning, and business succession strategies.
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting services detect financial irregularities and support litigation matters. We conduct fraud investigations, perform internal control reviews, and provide expert testimony for business disputes. The service includes rapid response to fraud allegations and due diligence support for mergers and acquisitions.
Startup Consulting
Comprehensive startup consulting guides new businesses through formation and financial planning. We assist with entity selection, regulatory compliance, accounting system implementation, and cash flow management. Our services include budget preparation, funding strategy development, and operational process establishment for new ventures.
Strategic Planning
Strategic planning services help businesses define growth objectives and implement performance metrics. We develop vision statements, create financial roadmaps, and establish key performance indicators. Our approach combines financial analysis with operational guidance to align business activities with long-term objectives.
People
Gayle Smith
Certified Public Accountant
With over 30 years of experience, Gayle Smith established this practice in 2007 after working in public accounting and private industry. She specializes in providing comprehensive accounting solutions for small businesses and individuals, focusing on tax compliance, financial planning, and business advisory services.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, tax planning, cash flow management, forensic accounting, and strategic advisory services tailored to businesses with $500,000-$20 million in annual revenue.
How can you help minimize my tax liabilities?
Our proactive tax planning identifies legal deduction opportunities, analyzes entity structures, and implements strategic transactions to reduce tax obligations while maintaining full compliance.
Do you work with startup businesses?
Yes, we offer startup consulting covering entity selection, accounting system setup, cash flow planning, and regulatory compliance to help new businesses establish strong financial foundations.
What sets your firm apart from other accountants?
We combine 30+ years of CPA experience with personalized service, offering multi-level support from bookkeeping to strategic advisory while focusing on measurable business improvements.
How do you handle IRS correspondence or audits?
We provide expert support for IRS notices, including interpretation of requirements, audit preparation, and representation to resolve tax issues efficiently and effectively.
