Business Details
10 Years
experience
Expert Accounting Services for Small Businesses in Decatur, Texas
At Sands CPA, we are dedicated to simplifying tax and accounting processes for small business owners. Founded in 2016 by Carson and Teran Sands, our firm combines decades of combined CPA experience with a mission to provide accessible, affordable financial education. We specialize in creating easy-to-understand resources, including our popular 'What Your CPA Wants You to Know' podcast and comprehensive finance guides. Our services range from business tax preparation and payroll processing to IRS audit representation and customized accounting solutions. With a focus on empowering entrepreneurs through knowledge, we offer practical tools like free checklists, tax projection templates, and our innovative monthly accounting plan.Our team brings firsthand experience from working with diverse business models, from sole proprietorships to multi-million-dollar corporations. We prioritize client education, ensuring every business owner understands their financial landscape while saving time and money. Our approach blends technical expertise with real-world application, helping clients avoid common pitfalls and maximize tax-saving opportunities. Through our podcast and written resources, we've reached thousands of entrepreneurs globally, demystifying complex accounting concepts. Our commitment to continuous support extends beyond tax season, offering year-round guidance to help businesses thrive financially.
Services
Business Tax Preparation
Payroll Processing
Individual Tax Services
IRS Audit Representation
Bookkeeping Support
Estate Tax Planning
Finance Guides
Tax Podcast
Tax Projections
QuickBooks Training
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 8+ years of specialized CPA experience supporting online businesses and entrepreneurs
- Our monthly accounting plan provides year-round bookkeeping support with tax-saving projections
- We provide free educational resources including a 100+ episode podcast and comprehensive finance guides
- Our team combines CPA expertise with firsthand small business ownership experience
- We deliver personalized solutions without long-term contracts or hidden fees
What people say
Loving their guides
Approachable tax advice
Empowering entrepreneurs
Easy to understand
Practical solutions
Services
Business Tax Preparation
We specialize in preparing business tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships. Our service ensures compliance while maximizing deductions through expert analysis of financial records. Clients receive strategic advice to optimize future tax positions and avoid common filing errors.
Monthly Accounting Plan
This ongoing service provides monthly bookkeeping support with QuickBooks management and tax projections. We help maintain organized records year-round, reducing year-end stress while identifying savings opportunities through regular financial reviews and strategy sessions.
Finance Guides
Our comprehensive guides simplify complex accounting topics for entrepreneurs. Covering S-Corp conversions, personal finance, and tax strategies, these resources deliver CPA-level knowledge in accessible formats to help business owners make informed financial decisions.
Payroll Processing
We handle payroll tax calculations, filings, and reporting to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Our service protects businesses from costly penalties while streamlining payroll management through efficient system implementation and ongoing support.
IRS Audit Representation
Our audit support service handles all IRS communications, documentation requests, and negotiations on clients' behalf. We provide expert defense against audit findings while implementing preventive measures to reduce future audit risks through improved record-keeping practices.
People
Carson Sands
Co-Founder/CPA
Co-founder of Sands CPA with 8+ years of experience helping entrepreneurs with tax strategy. Hosts the 100+ episode 'What Your CPA Wants You to Know' podcast and develops educational finance resources for business owners.
Teran Sands
Co-Founder/CPA
Co-founder with extensive experience in small business accounting and tax planning. Collaborates on creating educational content and provides personalized CPA services to help entrepreneurs build financially sound businesses through strategic guidance.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide business tax preparation, payroll processing, bookkeeping support, IRS audit representation, and customized financial guidance tailored to small business needs.
How can your resources help me save on taxes?
Our finance guides and podcast explain strategies like S-Corp conversions, the Augusta Rule, and family payroll that can legally reduce business tax liabilities through proven methods.
Do you offer ongoing accounting support?
Yes, our monthly accounting plan provides year-round bookkeeping assistance, tax projections, and strategy sessions to maintain financial organization and optimize tax outcomes.
Are your educational resources free?
We offer free checklists, tax organizers, and our 100+ episode podcast, with optional premium guides covering specific topics in greater depth for serious entrepreneurs.
How do you handle complex tax situations?
Our CPAs specialize in navigating complicated scenarios including multi-entity structures, international tax issues, and estate planning while ensuring compliance and maximizing deductions.
Can you help with QuickBooks and accounting software?
We provide QuickBooks training, system setup, and ongoing support to ensure accurate bookkeeping, including monthly reconciliations and financial reporting assistance.
