Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting, Tax Preparation & Investment Planning Services in Springfield
Our firm was established in 1988 with a commitment to delivering comprehensive accounting and tax services. Over three decades, we have built a reputation for expertise in income tax preparation, financial statement management, and specialized consulting for architectural and engineering firms. Our 1996 expansion into niche services for engineering firms leveraged nine years of prior audit experience with the Illinois Department of Transportation, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. In 2010, we enhanced our offerings through a strategic partnership with Skinner Copper and Ehmen Wealth Management, LLC, providing clients access to professional investment planning.We prioritize simplifying financial operations for clients, offering services like payroll management, sales tax returns, and QuickBooks assistance. Our team maintains deep familiarity with IRS protocols, including audit representation and electronic filing capabilities. Located in Springfield, Illinois, we serve clients within a regional radius while maintaining national compliance standards through our specialized audit processes for transportation sector firms.
Services
Income Tax Preparation
Accounting Services
Payroll Management
Audit Compliance
Investment Planning
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of experience in tax and accounting services since 1988
- Specialized audit compliance services for architectural and engineering firms
- IRS-certified professionals for audit representation and problem resolution
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor certified accounting software support
- Strategic partnership with licensed investment planning firm since 2010
Services
Income Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation for individuals and businesses, including corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates. Our services cover tax planning strategies, IRS audit representation, and electronic filing capabilities. With expertise dating back to 1988, we ensure compliance with current regulations while optimizing tax-saving opportunities for clients across multiple business structures.
Accounting Services
Our accounting solutions include monthly financial statements, payroll processing, sales tax returns, and business consulting. We offer QuickBooks assistance and entity selection guidance for startups. These services help businesses maintain accurate financial records while focusing on operational growth. Bank reconciliations ensure financial accuracy for our commercial clients.
Audit Compliance
Specialized audit services for architectural and engineering firms since 1996. We conduct payroll burden and overhead rate audits per Federal Acquisition Regulations and AASHTO standards. Our team provides audit representation and consultation to maximize allowable rates while ensuring compliance with state and federal transportation department requirements.
Investment Planning
Through our partnership with Skinner Copper and Ehmen Wealth Management, LLC since 2010, we offer professional investment planning services. This collaboration provides clients access to comprehensive financial planning strategies while maintaining our core accounting expertise. Services include portfolio management and retirement planning solutions.
People
Troy A. Washko
CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 35+ years of experience in tax preparation and accounting. Specializes in serving architectural and engineering firms after prior audit experience with the Illinois Department of Transportation. Established the firm in 1988 and expanded services through strategic partnerships.
Questions
What tax services do you offer?
We prepare income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates. Our services include tax planning, IRS audit representation, and electronic filing capabilities.
Do you specialize in services for architectural firms?
Yes, since 1996 we've provided specialized accounting, auditing, and consultation services for architectural and engineering firms, including federal compliance audits since 1987.
What accounting services are available?
We offer monthly financial statements, payroll processing, sales tax returns, bank reconciliations, business consulting, entity selection, and QuickBooks assistance for businesses of all sizes.
How can I access investment planning services?
Through our professional partnership with Skinner Copper and Ehmen Wealth Management, LLC, established in 2010, clients can access comprehensive investment planning services by direct referral.
What are your office hours?
Our office hours information wasn't specified in the provided materials. Please contact us directly at 217-522-3300 for current operating hours and appointment scheduling.
