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Your organization will always need to provide third parties with financial information. Our range of services begins with auditing, accounting, tax planning and preparation. We do not stop with just the reports and tax returns – we interpret our findings to help you plan for the future.You will benefit from our insight in various ways. For example, we can show you how to economize your operations. We will also develop strategies for minimizing future tax liabilities. That is what we mean by value-added.You will always receive more for your money when you have Ericksen, Krentel & LaPorte on your team.
Not only will we assemble your monthly, quarterly and annual financial numbers, we will also interpret how they impact your business. We can help your organization make the most of its internal accounting system. If you are ready to computerize your manual accounting systems, we will design and implement them for you. We will tailor your computerized systems to accommodate your ongoing growth.
Ericksen Krentel & LaPorte's tax professionals understand the intricacies of tax planning and compliance. Whether you are balancing your business books or your professional portfolio, our specialists can guide you through the maze of tax planning and compliance issues. Working with our team of tax professionals will allow you to identify critical issues and develop the most appropriate response to fit your needs. Our team is ready to assist you in the following areas.
Ericksen Krentel & LaPorte performs audits of commercial businesses, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations and other entities. Attestation services are often required when an organization has reporting obligations to outside lenders or other oversight agencies. Our commitment to quality and many years of experience ensures that our work meets a very high standard and is delivered on time. Our team of audit and accounting professionals are ready to assist you with:
The demand for business valuation services has increased tremendously in recent years, especially from owners of family businesses concerned with estate and gift tax issues and succession planning, parties in divorce settlements, or individuals that who need guidance on buying or selling a business. Because we have experienced CPAs on staff accredited as Certified Valuation Analysts (CVAs). Ericksen Krentel & LaPorte is available to provide full comprehensive renderings of value, consultations regarding an assessment of value, or, as needed in some cases, a quick and economical preliminary estimate of value. The rigorous educational requirements of the CVA designation combined with the experience as a CPA ensures that the services you receive are of the highest professional competency, thoroughness and accuracy.
Better use of technology can lower costs and improve efficiency by increasing staff productivity and reducing staff levels, allowing you to reallocate resources to more strategic areas within your business. Our technology professionals can assist you in the implementation of your accounting systems. We have in depth knowledge of accounting software systems including but not limited to QuickBooks and Peachtree. Because we serve clients in a variety of different industries, our technology professionals can provide insight to help you make wise technology investments, maintain efficient operations and claim a competitive advantage in technology development.
We can help your start up enterprise, existing business or new division develop and implement a business plan and assist you in securing financing. We will provide ongoing support to ensure smooth execution of the plan. Because we take a personal interest in the success of both you and your organization, we are always ready to provide additional assistance to maximize the results from your efforts. At Ericksen Krentel & LaPorte, we specialize in helping closely-held businesses increase their efficiency and profitability through:
Our Personal Financial Specialists (PFS) emphasize planning tailored to fit our client's needs. Because every individual is unique, each estate plan is too. We educate our clients about tax and legal structures and advise them on how best to provide for their beneficiaries, while minimizing the tax consequences.