Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Amelia Island, FL
The Hurst Company has been serving businesses, families, and individuals since 1996, providing comprehensive accounting and consulting services tailored to unique financial needs. Our team of experienced professionals combines over 90 years of collective expertise in tax preparation, retirement planning, IRS representation, and international tax services. Based in Amelia Island, Florida, we extend our services across the Jacksonville metro area and globally, offering personalized guidance to anticipate and address complex financial challenges. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our academic achievements, forward-thinking methodologies, and recognition as a top CPA firm by the Jacksonville Business Journal. We prioritize client relationships through a team-based approach, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and proactive identification of tax-saving opportunities.Our membership in the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants underscores our adherence to professional standards. As an award-winning firm, we have been honored for excellence in accounting and community involvement, including recognition as Small Business of the Year by the Fernandina Beach-Yulee Chamber of Commerce. Our international capabilities, including UK tax filings and cross-border advisory services, distinguish us from regional competitors. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, technical proficiency, and dedication to resolving complex tax matters, including successful appeals for IRS penalties. We maintain active community engagement through leadership roles in local economic development and civic organizations.
Services
Tax Preparation
Business Accounting
IRS Representation
Retirement Planning
International Tax Services
Estate Planning
QuickBooks Consulting
Forensic Accounting
Non-Profit Accounting
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of combined CPA experience in complex tax matters
- Our team provides international tax expertise for cross-border transactions
- We implement a collaborative team approach for comprehensive financial solutions
- Recognized as Top CPA Firm by Jacksonville Business Journal for 10+ consecutive years
- Successfully resolved IRS and state tax disputes with penalty forgiveness for clients
Associations and certifications
- Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA)
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Registered Tax Agent in the United Kingdom
What people say
Excellent and consistent
Professional manner without exception
Forward-looking advocates
Profound respect for competence
Highly satisfied with work
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare individual, business, and trust tax returns with meticulous attention to detail. Our CPAs identify deductions and credits to optimize tax outcomes while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and international regulations. Clients benefit from our expertise in complex tax situations including international holdings and business succession planning.
IRS Representation
Our firm advocates for clients during IRS audits and collections proceedings. We handle correspondence, negotiations, and appeals to resolve tax liabilities. With extensive experience in penalty abatement, we've successfully reduced or eliminated penalties for numerous clients through documented compliance efforts and reasonable cause arguments.
International Tax Services
We assist clients with cross-border tax compliance including FBAR filings, ITIN applications, and foreign entity structuring. Our services cover GILTI and FDII calculations for multinational businesses, expatriate tax planning, and U.S. tax obligations for foreign real estate owners. This expertise addresses complex reporting requirements for global financial activities.
Business Accounting
We provide outsourced accounting solutions including financial statement preparation, payroll processing, and CFO advisory services. Our team handles bookkeeping, cash flow management, and business valuations to support strategic decision-making. Clients receive tailored financial reporting packages aligned with their operational needs.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services integrate tax-efficient strategies for asset distribution. We coordinate with legal professionals to establish trusts, minimize estate taxes, and create succession plans. The firm offers fiduciary accounting services for estate and trust administration, ensuring compliance with probate and tax requirements.
People
W. Henry Hank Hurst, Jr.
President & Chief Executive Officer
With over 25 years of experience, Hank leads the firm's strategic direction and client services. He specializes in complex tax planning and business advisory, maintaining CPA licenses in Florida and Georgia. His expertise includes IRS representation and international tax compliance.
Jaret P. Rice
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jaret oversees financial operations and tax consulting services. He holds a CPA license and manages corporate tax strategies, including mergers and acquisitions. His experience spans multiple industries, providing clients with tailored financial solutions and compliance guidance.
Marcus D. Rau, Jr.
Tax Principal
Marcus specializes in tax compliance and planning for high-net-worth individuals and businesses. He develops strategies for minimizing tax liabilities through legal structures and deductions. His expertise includes international tax reporting and estate tax planning.
Jacob Grice
Tax Manager
Jacob provides tax compliance and advisory services with focus on individual and business clients. He holds both CPA and MAcc credentials, specializing in tax research and resolution of complex filing issues for domestic and international clients.
Heather Herum
Firm Administrator
Heather manages firm operations and client relations. With extensive experience in accounting administration, she ensures efficient service delivery and coordinates the professional team's workflow to maintain the firm's high service standards.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, business accounting, IRS representation, estate planning, international tax services, and QuickBooks consulting for businesses and individuals.
Do you serve clients outside Florida?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide and internationally, offering cross-border tax compliance and reporting services for US and foreign entities.
How experienced is your team?
Our CPAs have over 90 combined years of experience with specialized expertise in complex tax matters, IRS disputes, and international tax regulations.
What makes you different from other firms?
We combine personalized service with international capabilities, including UK tax filings and cross-border advisory services unavailable at most regional firms.
How quickly will I receive my tax refund?
E-file refunds typically arrive in 2-3 weeks, paper returns take 6-8 weeks, and direct deposit refunds are issued within one week of filing.
