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Small Business Tax Services

Tax information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a licensed tax professional for your specific situation.

Small business taxes are substantially more complex than personal filing. Between entity selection, payroll obligations, quarterly payments, depreciation schedules, and multi-state considerations, the stakes are high and the margin for error is thin. Professional tax services pay for themselves through compliance, savings, and peace of mind.

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Business type (sole proprietorship, LLC, S Corp, partnership, C Corp)
Annual revenue range
Number of employees
Industry
Services needed (preparation, planning, bookkeeping, payroll, entity advice)
Location (for state-specific compliance)

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Tax Preparation and Filing

Service	What Is Included
Schedule C filing	Income, expenses, home office, vehicle deductions
Form 1120-S (S Corp)	Corporate return, K-1 generation, salary optimization
Form 1065 (Partnership)	Partnership return, K-1 allocation, partner distributions
Form 1120 (C Corp)	Corporate return, estimated payments, dividend planning
State returns	Multi-state filing, nexus analysis, apportionment
Sales tax compliance	Filing, nexus determination, rate calculation

Tax Planning and Strategy

Service	Value
Entity structure analysis	Choose the right entity and save on taxes
S Corp election timing	Determine when (and if) to elect S Corp status
Year-end tax planning	Accelerate deductions, defer income, optimize payments
Retirement plan selection	Choose and implement the best plan for your situation
Exit planning	Minimize taxes on a future business sale
Succession planning	Transfer ownership tax-efficiently

Bookkeeping and Accounting

Service	What Is Included
Monthly bookkeeping	Categorization, reconciliation, financial statements
QuickBooks/Xero setup	Chart of accounts, integrations, training
Accounts payable/receivable	Invoice tracking and payment management
Financial reporting	Monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow statements

Payroll Services

Service	What Is Included
Payroll processing	Employee pay, withholding, direct deposit
Payroll tax filings	Form 941 (quarterly), Form 940 (annual)
W-2 and 1099 preparation	Annual wage statements for employees and contractors
Workers’ comp compliance	Classification and reporting

Pricing Guide

Service	Typical Cost Range
Schedule C preparation	$300–$600
S Corp return (Form 1120-S)	$500–$1,500
Partnership return (Form 1065)	$500–$1,500
C Corp return (Form 1120)	$800–$2,500
Monthly bookkeeping	$200–$800/month
Payroll (per employee/month)	$30–$75
Tax planning session	$200–$500
Entity structuring consultation	$300–$800

Costs vary by location, complexity, and firm size. Rural and virtual CPAs tend to be more affordable than major metro firms.

Common Small Business Tax Challenges We Solve

Entity Selection

Choosing between sole proprietorship, LLC, S Corp, and C Corp affects your tax rate, self-employment tax, liability protection, and administrative burden. A professional analysis identifies the optimal structure for your specific revenue, growth plans, and goals.

S Corp Salary Optimization

S Corp owners must pay themselves a “reasonable salary” subject to payroll taxes. The remaining profits can be taken as distributions without self-employment tax. Getting the salary right — not too high (wastes payroll tax) and not too low (triggers IRS scrutiny) — requires professional judgment.

See Self-Employment Tax Guide: Everything Freelancers Need to Know for the S Corp strategy explained.

Multi-State Compliance

If you sell products or services across state lines, you may have nexus (tax obligation) in multiple states. This affects income tax, sales tax, and franchise tax obligations.

Audit Preparation and Defense

Small businesses face higher audit rates than individuals. A professional ensures your records, deductions, and filings can withstand IRS scrutiny.

See IRS Audit Guide: What Triggers Audits and How to Prepare for audit preparation strategies.

Quarterly Estimated Payments

Getting quarterly payments right prevents both underpayment penalties and unnecessary overpayment that hurts cash flow.

Why Professional Services Pay for Themselves

Value Source	Typical Annual Savings
Deductions you were missing	$2,000–$10,000
S Corp SE tax savings	$3,000–$15,000
Proper depreciation strategy	$1,000–$5,000
Penalty avoidance	$500–$5,000
Retirement plan tax savings	$2,000–$15,000
Time savings (your hourly value)	$1,000–$5,000

Most small business owners recoup the cost of professional services within the first year.

Key Takeaways

Small business tax complexity requires professional expertise beyond what DIY software effectively provides
Entity structure selection and S Corp salary optimization are the two highest-value planning decisions
Bookkeeping and payroll services ensure compliance and reduce the stress of managing finances
Multi-state operations create additional compliance obligations that professionals can manage efficiently
The cost of professional services is typically offset by tax savings, penalty avoidance, and time savings

Next Steps

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Review the complete Small Business Tax Guide: Deductions, Deadlines, and Filing
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