Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Benicia, CA
Slater & Associates is a certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor firm with over 30 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and small business services. Our team specializes in business set-up procedures, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliation for diverse industries including construction, wineries, retail, restaurants, photography, legal practices, chiropractors, and nonprofits. We offer full-charge bookkeeping, business license applications, government reporting, tax filings, and payroll processing. Our services are available on-site or remotely, with a commitment to accuracy, thoroughness, and secure confidentiality.We provide seasonal, year-end catch-up, and ongoing support, along with free consultations for new clients. Our expertise in cash flow projections, budget development, and coordination with CPAs ensures comprehensive financial management. With a focus on the San Francisco Bay Area, we deliver tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of small businesses while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client trust.
Services
Accounting Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Preparation
Business Services
Payroll Processing
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of experience in accounting and small business services.
- Our team includes certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors with specialized expertise.
- We offer customized on-site or remote solutions for diverse industries.
- Free initial consultations are available for all new clients.
- We serve businesses across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Associations and certifications
- QuickBooks Pro Advisor
What people say
Great help to our business
Highly recommended
Experienced, knowledgeable
Stress relief for business owners
Trustworthy and professional
Services
Accounting Services
Our accounting services provide comprehensive financial oversight for small businesses. We handle general ledger maintenance, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and financial reporting. With 30+ years of experience, we ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory requirements while helping businesses maintain clear financial visibility.
Bookkeeping
Full-charge bookkeeping solutions include bank reconciliations, journal entries, accounts receivable/payable management, and cash flow projections. Our certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors use industry-leading software to maintain precise financial records, ensuring businesses can focus on growth while we handle their day-to-day financial operations.
Tax Preparation
We offer complete tax preparation services for individuals, self-employed professionals, LLCs, and corporations. Our proactive approach includes year-end planning to optimize tax positions, catch-up filings for past returns, and coordination with CPAs to ensure accurate, compliant tax submissions that maximize available benefits.
Business Services
Our business services cover license applications, government reporting, sales tax filings, and payroll processing. We assist with construction forms, property tax filings, and workers' compensation reports, providing essential compliance support that helps businesses meet regulatory obligations efficiently and accurately.
Payroll Processing
We manage payroll processing through client-selected service providers, handling W2s, 1099s, tax filings, and workers' compensation reports. Our comprehensive approach ensures accurate employee payments, timely tax remittances, and complete documentation for all payroll-related compliance requirements.
People
Amy Slater-Madariaga
Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
Amy has 30+ years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from University of Phoenix. She specializes in small business financial management, QuickBooks solutions, and tax planning for diverse industries across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide full-charge bookkeeping, financial reporting, bank reconciliations, cash flow projections, and general ledger maintenance using QuickBooks software for small businesses in various industries.
Are you certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors?
Yes, our team includes certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors with extensive experience in QuickBooks setup, clean-up, training, and ongoing software support for small businesses.
Do you offer free consultations for new clients?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your accounting needs and determine how our 30+ years of experience can benefit your business operations.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve small businesses throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, with clients in construction, wineries, retail, restaurants, and professional services.
Can you help with business tax preparation?
Yes, we prepare taxes for individuals, self-employed professionals, LLCs, and corporations, including year-end planning and catch-up filings to optimize your tax position.
What business compliance services do you provide?
We handle business license applications, government reporting, sales tax filings, property tax filings, and workers' compensation reports to ensure regulatory compliance.
