Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Accounting & Tax Services in Bakersfield, CA
Bowen Accounting has been delivering comprehensive accounting and tax services to businesses and individuals in the Bakersfield area since 1999. Founded by Richard Bowen, CPA, the firm combines over 25 years of industry experience with a commitment to leveraging technology for streamlined client solutions. Recognized as Best of Bakersfield in CPA Services for multiple years, we specialize in tax preparation, business entity formation, property management trust accounting, and financial analysis.Our approach emphasizes personalized training, procedural efficiency, and cutting-edge digital tools to ensure clients maintain control over their financial operations. With expertise in QuickBooks configuration, corporate compliance, and business consulting, we serve as strategic partners for organizations seeking sustainable growth and tax optimization.
Services
Tax Services
Accounting Services
Property Management Trust Accounting
Business Entity Formation
Financial Analysis
Consulting Services
Programming Services
Tax Preparation
Business Efficiency Analysis
Property Management Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Award-winning CPA services recognized as Best of Bakersfield since 2020
- 25+ years of combined tax and accounting expertise with QuickBooks specialization
- Custom technology solutions for secure document exchange and payment processing
- Proven business entity formation process with state compliance guarantees
- Personalized financial consulting focused on tax optimization and operational efficiency
What people say
Excellent service
Knowledgeable staff
Timely responses
Tax expertise
Reliable consultants
Services
Tax Services
Richard Bowen, CPA, provides comprehensive tax preparation for individuals and businesses since 1998. Specializing in complex returns including corporate filings, rental real estate, and international tax scenarios. Our services include audit representation, tax credit optimization, and year-round tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Accounting Services
Full-service accounting solutions for businesses of all sizes, including QuickBooks setup, payroll processing, and financial statement preparation. We offer customizable reporting schedules from daily to annual cycles, with expertise in government reporting requirements and trust accounting compliance for property management companies.
Business Entity Formation
Specialized assistance with forming S-Corps, LLCs, and partnerships in California. Our $450 service includes state filings, EIN acquisition, and corporate documentation. We provide guidance on entity selection based on liability protection needs and tax implications, with ongoing compliance support for annual statements and franchise tax filings.
Property Management Trust Accounting
Expert trust accounting services for property management companies, including DRE audit preparation and software implementation. We specialize in Yardi and AppFolio system configurations, policy documentation, and monthly reconciliation processes to ensure compliance with real estate regulatory requirements and internal control standards.
Business Efficiency Analysis
Strategic consulting to identify financial waste and improve business processes through detailed ledger analysis. Our assessments cover investment returns, debt ratios, and operational inefficiencies, with customized recommendations for cost reduction and procedural improvements tailored to each client's industry-specific challenges.
People
Richard Bowen
CPA and Founder
Richard Bowen, CPA, has over 25 years of accounting experience since starting his first business at age 9. After earning his bachelor's degree in 2005 and passing the CPA exam in 2010, he has specialized in tax strategy, business consulting, and property management accounting. His technology-focused approach combines accounting expertise with software development to create customized client solutions.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialize in QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online, with expertise in Yardi and AppFolio for property management clients.
Do you offer business formation services?
Yes, we provide complete LLC, S-Corp, and partnership formation services including state filings and compliance documentation.
How do I pay for services?
We accept Zelle transfers, bank payments, checks, and credit/debit cards with no additional fees for most transactions.
What tax services do you provide?
We prepare all individual and business tax returns including complex scenarios with rental properties, international income, and corporate entities.
Do you serve clients outside Bakersfield?
While based in Bakersfield, we serve clients throughout California including Sacramento area property management companies.
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