Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Tax Services in Cumberland, RI
Established in 2017, Brian Barber & Associates builds upon over two decades of combined experience in accounting. Founded by Brian Barber, CPA, our firm evolved from Arthur Lambi & Associates, maintaining a legacy of professional excellence. We specialize in accounting software solutions, tax compliance, financial planning, and business advisory services, serving clients across Rhode Island and Southeastern New England. Our team of six dedicated professionals leverages advanced technology to deliver accurate, timely, and secure services while maintaining personalized attention.With expertise in presenting complex financial matters to executives, bankers, and board members, we ensure clients make well-informed decisions. Our philosophy centers on responsive service, competitive pricing, and superior quality assurance. We pride ourselves on timely execution and distinctive client-focused solutions for business owners, medical professionals, legal practitioners, and nonprofit organizations.
Services
Tax Preparation
IRS Audit Representation
Payroll Services
QuickBooks Setup
Financial Planning
Bookkeeping
Business Advisory
Internal Controls
Cash Flow Management
Strategic Business Planning
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We leverage two decades of combined experience in accounting and tax services.
- Our team provides personalized solutions tailored to business owners and professionals.
- We use secure, advanced technology for efficient client-focused accounting services.
- We guarantee timely, distinctive attention to each client's unique needs.
- We maintain a legacy of quality service inherited from Arthur Lambi & Associates.
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation service ensures accurate, compliant filings for individuals and businesses. We use specialized software to identify overlooked deductions, verify calculations, and prevent IRS scrutiny. Electronic filing accelerates refunds while payroll withholding adjustments optimize weekly cash flow. Tailored advice helps clients reduce future tax liabilities through strategic planning.
IRS Audit Representation
We manage IRS audit processes from notification to resolution. Our experts handle document preparation, legal interpretations, and communication with tax authorities. This prevents costly mistakes from self-representation while protecting client interests. Services include audit defense, tax debt negotiation, and compliance verification for business and personal returns.
Payroll Services
Our comprehensive payroll solutions handle tax filings, direct deposits, and regulatory reports. Three service tiers accommodate manual processing, full-service automation, or online management. Features include certified payroll reporting, workers' compensation audits, and W-2/1099 processing. This saves business owners 12+ days annually while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
QuickBooks Services
We provide QuickBooks setup, training, and optimization services for small businesses. Initial configuration prevents common errors while ongoing support ensures efficient usage. Features include monthly software tips, data cleanup 'tune-ups', and customized training for business-specific workflows. This enables clients to focus on operations rather than accounting software management.
Personal Financial Planning
Our financial planning addresses retirement readiness, education funding, risk management, and estate preservation. Services include retirement income analysis, disability insurance evaluation, investment strategy development, and legacy planning. Custom roadmaps help clients achieve financial freedom through systematic wealth growth and tax-efficient estate transfer strategies.
People
Brian E. Barber
Partner
Brian Barber founded Brian Barber & Associates in 2017 after two decades at Arthur Lambi & Associates. He holds a B.S. in Accounting from Rhode Island College and serves on the Rhode Island Society of CPAs board. An avid motorcyclist, Brian resides in Harrisville, RI with his family while maintaining active professional involvement in technology and accounting standards.
Questions
What accounting services do you provide?
We offer QuickBooks setup, tax preparation, IRS audit defense, payroll management, financial planning, business advisory services, and internal controls implementation for businesses and individuals.
How can you assist with tax problems?
We resolve tax issues including overdue returns, back taxes, IRS liens/levies, wage garnishments, and payment plans. Our audit representation prevents costly self-negotiation errors.
Do you handle payroll processing?
Yes, we provide three payroll service tiers: comprehensive processing, after-the-fact reporting, and online management with direct deposit and tax compliance reporting.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Cumberland, RI, extending to Southeastern New England for accounting, tax, and financial planning services.
When was your firm established?
Brian Barber & Associates was founded in 2017 when Brian Barber assumed leadership from Arthur Lambi & Associates, preserving 22 years of team continuity.
Do you offer financial planning?
Yes, we provide comprehensive financial planning covering retirement strategies, education funding, estate preservation, risk management, and investment optimization tailored to individual needs.
