Business Details
39 Years
experience
Expert Accounting & Tax Services in Highlands, NC
Curtis J. Mathews CPA PC has been delivering expert accounting, tax, and consulting services since 1987, built on a foundation of 50 years of professional experience. Our firm specializes in serving non-profit organizations, retail businesses, and construction firms, offering tailored solutions to meet each client's unique financial needs. We prioritize personalized service, ensuring direct access to the owner for every client, and maintain strict confidentiality and expertise in tax and accounting matters. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by consecutive unqualified peer review ratings since inception, reflecting adherence to the highest professional standards. We provide a full spectrum of services, including payroll management, business valuations, financial planning, and IRS representation, supported by advanced accounting software and technology.As a trusted advisor, we focus on minimizing tax liabilities, optimizing financial operations, and delivering cost-effective solutions for individuals and businesses. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with a dedication to client success, offering transparent communication and ethical practices. With offices in Highlands, NC, we serve a diverse clientele across multiple sectors, emphasizing long-term relationships built on trust and results. Our services extend to international tax planning, estate planning, and fraud prevention, addressing complex financial challenges with precision. By continuously monitoring tax law changes, we ensure compliance while maximizing savings, positioning ourselves as a reliable partner for sustained financial growth.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Preparation
Payroll Services
Business Valuations
Consulting Services
IRS Representation
Financial Planning
Estate Planning
Payroll Software
Peer Review Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of experience in accounting and tax services.
- Our personalized approach ensures direct access to the owner for all clients.
- We maintain consecutive unqualified peer review ratings since 1987.
- Our expertise spans non-profit, retail, construction, and international tax sectors.
- We guarantee cost-effective solutions with a focus on minimizing tax liabilities.
Associations and certifications
- AICPA Peer Review Program
What people say
Personalized service
50 years of expertise
Peer review recognition
Direct access to owner
Tax savings
Services
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive accounting services, including receivables, payables, and payroll management, with GAAP-compliant financial statements for banks and investors. Our custom reports support internal decision-making, ensuring accuracy and compliance. With 50 years of experience, we deliver tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Tax Preparation
Our firm prepares federal, state, and local tax returns while monitoring legislative changes to minimize liabilities. We offer audit representation and tailored compliance systems, ensuring timely filings and penalty avoidance. Expertise spans individual and business tax needs with competitive pricing.
Payroll Services
We deliver customized payroll solutions with 24/7 online access, handling tax filings, direct deposits, and year-end W-2 processing. Our system automates calculations across all 50 states, reducing administrative burdens and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
Business Valuations
Our cost-effective business valuation services assist in mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning. We analyze financial health and market conditions to provide accurate valuations, supporting informed decisions for buyers and sellers in diverse industries.
IRS Representation
We offer expert representation before the IRS and state authorities, including negotiating Offers in Compromise. Our team leverages deep tax law knowledge to resolve disputes and reduce liabilities, ensuring clients receive fair treatment during audits.
People
Curtis J. Mathews
President and Shareholder
Curtis J. Mathews is a CPA with over 50 years of experience in accounting and financial services. He specializes in tax audits, business valuations, and consulting, serving clients across diverse industries. A member of multiple professional organizations, he ensures high standards through peer-reviewed practices.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-range accounting services, including receivables/payables management, financial statements, and software implementation for businesses of all sizes.
How can you assist with tax planning?
We monitor tax law changes to minimize liabilities, offer compliance systems, and prepare all federal/state returns with audit representation.
Do you offer personalized payroll solutions?
Yes, our 24/7 online payroll system automates processing, tax filings, and W-2 generation, tailored to your business needs.
What is your peer review status?
We received consecutive unqualified peer reviews since 1987, demonstrating adherence to AICPA quality control standards.
How do you handle IRS disputes?
We provide expert IRS representation, including negotiating Offers in Compromise and resolving audit issues with proven strategies.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Highlands, NC, we serve clients nationwide with accounting, tax, and consulting services across multiple industries.
