Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Tax Services in Chattanooga, TN
At The Walls Group, CPAs, we specialize in providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and consulting services tailored to small and mid-sized businesses. With over two decades of experience since our founding in 2001, our team of certified professionals is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes while fostering growth and operational efficiency. Our commitment to personalized service ensures that each client receives strategic guidance aligned with their unique goals, whether they are launching a new venture or managing an established enterprise.We pride ourselves on maintaining deep expertise in federal, state, and local tax compliance, bookkeeping, and business advisory services, all while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our focus on community engagement and client education further distinguishes us as trusted partners in the financial success of our clients.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping Services
Business Consulting
Payroll Processing
Financial Planning
Audit Services
IRS Representation
QuickBooks Support
Estate Tax Planning
CFO Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized expertise in small business accounting.
- Our team includes certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors with hands-on technical proficiency.
- We provide personalized service tailored to each client's unique business lifecycle.
- Our professionals maintain active CPA licenses in three states for regulatory expertise.
- We combine military discipline with community-focused financial stewardship.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of CPAs
- Tennessee Society of CPAs
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program Elite
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation service optimizes financial outcomes for businesses and individuals through expert compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. We handle corporate, partnership, and sole proprietorship returns while identifying legitimate deductions to minimize tax liability. Our team stays current with evolving tax codes to ensure accurate filings and strategic planning opportunities.
Bookkeeping Services
Comprehensive bookkeeping solutions maintain accurate financial records through accounts payable/receivable management, bank reconciliations, payroll processing, and sales tax reporting. We offer flexible engagement models from monthly support to complete back-office solutions, ensuring seamless transition to year-end tax preparation for Chattanooga-area businesses.
Business Consulting
Strategic business consulting addresses growth challenges through cash flow analysis, budgeting, startup planning, and operational efficiency improvements. Our CPAs provide CFO-level guidance on financing strategies, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance while maintaining focus on clients' long-term financial objectives and market competitiveness.
QuickBooks Support
As QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program Elite members, we deliver expert system setup, data migration, and ongoing support for small business accounting software. Our services ensure proper configuration for tax compliance, streamlined reporting, and efficient financial management tailored to each client's operational requirements and growth trajectory.
IRS Representation
We provide professional representation for tax dispute resolution with the IRS and state agencies. Our services include audit support, collection negotiation, and compliance guidance to resolve back taxes while protecting client interests through documented substantiation and procedural expertise.
People
Mellanee Walls
Founding Partner
Certified Public Accountant since 1994 with three-state licensing. Founded The Walls Group, CPAs in 2001 after graduating from Tennessee Temple University. Active in professional accounting organizations and Chattanooga business leadership initiatives.
Sonya Keller
Tax Accountant
IRS Enrolled Agent and QuickBooks ProAdvisor Elite member with 17 years of experience. Former restaurant manager turned accounting specialist, combining operational experience with tax expertise for business clients.
Susan Cole
Senior Accountant
Master of Accountancy graduate pursuing CPA certification. Brings 10 years of manufacturing accounting experience to client engagements while working toward QuickBooks ProAdvisor status.
Beth Siggers
Tax Supervisor
Finance graduate with extensive corporate accounting background. Oversees tax administration processes and client project management while maintaining focus on accurate compliance procedures.
Bernadette Bales
Staff Accountant
QuickBooks ProAdvisor with 20+ years of accounting experience. Specializes in creating worry-free financial processes for small businesses through accurate reporting and personalized client relationships.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial statement preparation, sales tax filings, and complete accounting system development tailored to small business needs.
Do you handle tax preparation for both businesses and individuals?
Yes, we offer federal, state, and local tax preparation for corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, and individual taxpayers including estate and trust returns.
What is your tax document deadline policy?
All 2024 tax documents must be submitted by September 22, 2025 to ensure timely filing before the October 15th extension deadline.
Are your accountants certified professionals?
Our team includes Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) licensed in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, along with IRS Enrolled Agents and QuickBooks ProAdvisor specialists.
How do you support business clients throughout the year?
We offer ongoing consulting services including cash flow analysis, budgeting, business planning, financing analysis, and compliance support to ensure year-round financial health.
