Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Certified Public Accountant in Clearwater-Dunedin
Scarfo has served the Clearwater-Dunedin area since 1987, providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and financial management services. Our firm specializes in tax preparation for individuals and businesses, IRS representation, audit services, and business consulting. With over 30 years of experience, we have prepared thousands of tax returns and financial reports while maintaining a reputation for expertise and integrity. Our services include incorporation assistance, QuickBooks support, and strategic tax planning to help clients maximize savings. We offer free initial consultations and prioritize personalized solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.Our team stays current with evolving tax laws and leverages technology to deliver efficient, accurate financial services. We act as trusted partners, guiding businesses through critical decisions and advocating for their financial success. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our track record of resolving complex tax issues and representing clients before the IRS. Located in Dunedin, Florida, we serve local businesses and organizations with a focus on building long-term relationships. Prospective clients can contact us directly at 727-733-1026 to discuss their specific requirements.
Services
Tax Preparation
IRS Representation
Audit Services
Business Consulting
QuickBooks Support
Incorporation Services
Tax Planning
Financial Management
Estate Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience serving Clearwater-Dunedin businesses
- Specialize in IRS representation and tax debt resolution
- Offer free initial consultations for prospective clients
- Provide QuickBooks support and business formation services
- Maintain impeccable reputation for accurate financial reporting
Associations and certifications
- AIPCA
- CPA
What people say
Expertise in tax matters
Reliable IRS representation
Personalized financial guidance
Services
Tax Preparation
Stephen J. Scarfo CPA prepares accurate tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations while identifying strategic tax planning opportunities. Our services include multi-state tax preparation, audit representation, and comprehensive tax issue resolution. With decades of experience, we ensure compliance with current regulations while maximizing legitimate tax savings for clients.
IRS Representation
We specialize in resolving IRS disputes through audit representation, collection relief, and tax debt negotiation. Our services include submitting offers in compromise, stopping wage garnishments, and amending prior returns. With deep knowledge of IRS procedures, we advocate for clients to achieve the most favorable outcomes in tax controversies.
Audit Services
Our firm conducts audits according to AIPCA standards for small businesses and nonprofits. Services include financial statement audits, internal control assessments, and retirement plan examinations. We ensure accurate reporting while providing actionable insights to improve organizational financial health and regulatory compliance.
Business Consulting
We offer strategic guidance for business formation, entity selection, and tax-efficient operations. Services include incorporation assistance, QuickBooks implementation, and financial planning. Our expertise helps clients establish optimal business structures and implement systems for long-term financial success and growth.
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning services identify opportunities to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance. We analyze clients' financial situations to develop customized strategies for tax savings, including entity structuring, deduction optimization, and retirement planning to maximize after-tax income.
People
Stephen J. Scarfo
Certified Public Accountant
Stephen J. Scarfo has practiced as a CPA in Dunedin since 1987 with over 30 years of experience. He holds advanced degrees in accounting and has completed 900+ hours of continuing education. He has prepared 6,000+ individual tax returns and 4,000+ corporate returns while representing clients in IRS audits and appeals.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax preparation, financial statement compilation, QuickBooks support, business consulting, and audit services tailored to small businesses in Clearwater-Dunedin.
How can you help with IRS tax problems?
We offer IRS representation for audits, collection relief, tax debt negotiation, and amended returns to resolve tax issues while minimizing financial impact.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for prospective clients in the Clearwater-Dunedin area to discuss their specific accounting and tax needs.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve businesses in Clearwater and Dunedin, Florida from our Dunedin office location.
Can you assist with business formation?
Yes, we help clients establish corporations, LLCs, and partnerships with 72-hour turnaround times and free entity name availability checks.
Do you provide QuickBooks support?
We offer QuickBooks implementation, training, and ongoing support services to help businesses manage their accounting systems effectively.
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