Selecting a Portland Oregon CPA firm is an important decision for your local small business. You want an experienced firm that will provide individual attention and take the time to answer your questions. A new or smaller business may not have the internal staff to build a "management team". That's where your Portland CPA comes in - advising you in the areas of accounting, computers, finance, and taxes - so you can run your business.
Working one-on-one with smaller Oregon business owners is this firm's specialty. I personally handle your account. I'm on iPhone, just waiting for my clients questions. You get the attention you deserve. Note: This firm focuses on helping local PDX area small businesses with their accounting, business income taxes + their complex personal taxes.
Working one-on-one with smaller Oregon business owners is this firm's specialty. I personally handle your account. I'm on iPhone, just waiting for my clients questions. You get the attention you deserve. Note: This firm focuses on helping local PDX area small businesses with their accounting, business income taxes + their complex personal taxes.
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Everyone simply cannot do everything well! A small business owner knows their business inside & out, but may not be aware of critical accounting & tax issues that can disrupt your local business. An owner should surround themselves with a "management team", who can advise them in areas of accounting & tax (my Portland CPA firm), legal (from a local attorney, as CPA's cannot provide legal advice), insurance, estate & financial planning.
I am an Oregon certified public accountant and a longtime member of the American Institute of CPA's and Oregon Society of CPA's. I take 40 hours of continuing professional education each year. I have a BS in accounting from Oregon State, with a minor in computer science. I grew up here, was educated here, and raised my family here.
OK--You started up your business on a shoestring budget, but now you are so busy with production and filling orders, the bookkeeping just isn't getting done on time or correct! ALL YOU DO is write checks and make bank deposits. Hire ADP or Paychex to do payroll. Then let your CPA do the rest.
I use Quickbooks software to provide you a complete detail of all transactions, an accountants compilation report (an option, if needed for your banker), Balance Sheet, Statement of Income, and graphical analysis.Monthly bookkeeping fees are customized to your needs & quoted to you in writing prior to any services provided.
I use Quickbooks software to provide you a complete detail of all transactions, an accountants compilation report (an option, if needed for your banker), Balance Sheet, Statement of Income, and graphical analysis.Monthly bookkeeping fees are customized to your needs & quoted to you in writing prior to any services provided.
As a client of this CPA firm, you will have your own personal CPA. You will be able to call or email him and ask 5-10 minute questions during the year for free. Year-end tax planning brochures & emails are offered at no charge. Several of my clients came to me from larger accounting & tax preparation firms - saying that they were not getting enough individual & year-round attention.
If you have a new PDX business email me for a time to "Meet & Greet" an experienced CPA, free! Or, request an intense 1 hour initial meeting ($150) for your new local startup biz. New clients and others are encouraged to contact me for references or to answer questions you may have about this CPA firm.
Reviews (7)
Zach E.
Jan 10, 2019
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Leah M.
Apr 13, 2016
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Mr. Taylor exceeded our expectations when we sought his guidance for our personal and business finances. After using a different Agent for a few years, it became apparent we weren't receiving the proper considerations and it was necessary to find somebody with a more specialized skill set. Garland has that skill set and more. His ability to explain such complex nuances in Tax Law in a manner that allowed us to truly understand how to best help him to help ourselves was worth every penny. We will definitely be using his services moving forward and encourage others to engage with him to fortify
Vance B.
Mar 23, 2015
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Garland Taylor is my third accountant in 31 years in business.
This is my first Yelp review and I signed up just to let others know there really is a great choice for an accountant in Portland. Garland is the perfect mix of attention to detail and pleasant to work with every March (five years now).
If you use Quickbooks for your business he is also very knowledgeable with their software.
Do yourself a favor and give him a try; you will be happy.
This is my first Yelp review and I signed up just to let others know there really is a great choice for an accountant in Portland. Garland is the perfect mix of attention to detail and pleasant to work with every March (five years now).
If you use Quickbooks for your business he is also very knowledgeable with their software.
Do yourself a favor and give him a try; you will be happy.
R. L.
Mar 03, 2013
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I was so impressed with Garland, I was inclined to start a Yelp account. I actually ended up not using his services, let me tell you why. I made an appointment with Garland for a free 30 minute consultation. I had all my paperwork ready to go, but after reviewing all my info, we decided that it would be more financially sound for a small business such as mine to just do their own taxes. But before I left, Garland provided me with more information than I could dream of. Taxes I didn't know I needed to pay, he explained estimated taxes, told me what I need to track, and gave me lots of literature
Scottie J.
Oct 14, 2010
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Jayson F.
Apr 02, 2009
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I've used Garland for my business's taxes and my personal taxes. He is outstanding. Garland is clearly a good accountant, easy to talk to, and he encourages your to ask questions. Garland's services cost more than the on-line systems; however, I have found it well worth the money. Garland is great at what he does and easy to work with.
Pros:
- Garland does all the tax work himself. He does not source work or use junior accountants. When you talk with him about your taxes he knows everything because he is the one doing the work.
- Garland has lots of experience and has been doing
Pros:
- Garland does all the tax work himself. He does not source work or use junior accountants. When you talk with him about your taxes he knows everything because he is the one doing the work.
- Garland has lots of experience and has been doing
Jarret F.
Feb 11, 2009
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Accountancy zen -- is that even possible? Regardless, Garland's experience, practical advice, and solid communication make me a happy client. You'll probably interview 3-5 accountants during your search; these points differentiate Garland:
- He does the work personally (no 'sweatshop' of bookkeepers on staff)
- Other software/web clientele -- he's technology fluent.
- Personable and direct communication. Look up tough issues like S Corp compensation before interviewing accountants. Garland was the only CPA I met that thoroughly explained the issue, said what documentation
- He does the work personally (no 'sweatshop' of bookkeepers on staff)
- Other software/web clientele -- he's technology fluent.
- Personable and direct communication. Look up tough issues like S Corp compensation before interviewing accountants. Garland was the only CPA I met that thoroughly explained the issue, said what documentation
