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At Thaney & Associates, we routinely provide our extremely diverse base of clients with the widest possible range of financial services. But the way we provide those services is anything but routine. We pride ourselves on our ability to quickly understand your unique situation and supply a tailored package of high-quality, personal services that will best serve your individual needs.

Our routine services include:

 
    Accounting & Auditing Services  
Tax Services & Planning
QuickBooks Training Seminars
Business Development
Mergers & Acquisitions
Business Valuations
Business Brokering
New Venture Planning
Forensic Accounting & Internal Controls
Personal & Business Financial Planning
Estate Planning
Virtual Bookkeeping
CFO for the Day
Technology Consulting
Management Consulting
Taxing Authority Representation

 

OAccounting & Auditing Services

Defining goals. Monitoring progress. These are the services that Thaney & Associates can provide to you that go above and beyond the traditional compliance services. The compilation, review or audit that is prepared for you is only meaningful if you understand how to use the information to make your business better. That’s why, at Thaney & Associates, we help our clients help themselves. Showing you how to make your business more consistently profitable. Today. And well into the future.

OTax Services and Planning
Forward thinking. That is the Thaney & Associates vision. Which is why when preparing your tax return, we don’t just look behind at the year that has passed. Whether it’s an individual, corporate, partnership, not-for-profit, estate, trust or gift tax return, we want to look at the upcoming year and the years ahead to determine what the best course is for you. We know that planning is the key to creating the most desirable tax situation possible. The Thaney tax preparation approach is a proactive one. We work in conjunction with your other professional partners– attorneys, bankers, financial advisors, insurance representatives– to maximize your tax advantages while avoiding unpleasant end-of-year surprises. This approach, combined with our always-current knowledge of new developments in tax laws, will generate substantial tax savings for you. Read more.
OMergers and Aquisitions

For most business owners, the sale or other transition of their business is the single most important, and perhaps the largest, financial event that occurs in their lifetime. Unfortunately, most owners don’t have an exit strategy. And selling at the wrong time or without the right information can substantially lower the market value of the business.

Whether your motivation for undertaking the merger or acquisition process is based on your desire to retire or succession concerns, the diversification of your assets, your desire to expand your capital, or the need for larger markets, Thaney & Associates has the game plan for your organization.

We can assist you in all areas of stock or asset sales, mergers, or acquisitions. Our highly experienced Merger & Acquisition specialists provide insight and strategies on such matters as:

  • When is the right time to sell?
  • Should all or part of the business be sold?
  • Is the company ready for sale, or should the focus be on building value for a future sale?

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OBusiness Valuations
A valuation requires professional expertise and judgment. There are many reasons to evaluate the worth of your business–you may be looking into selling; you may want to reduce the risk of audits and penalties on your estate or save your heirs from tax liabilities; you might even be trying to expand your business, and securing a loan is easier if you know its true market value. Whatever the reason for the valuation, Thaney & Associates has the experts you need to determine the most beneficial value possible for your business.
OBusiness Brokering
If you are looking to buy or sell a business, use our networking capabilities to make the search easier. Don't spend too much time and money trying to do it yourself– we have the resources and knowledge to help you find a great deal.
OBusiness Financial Planning
Helping you work ON your business not IN it is our goal when we help you plan for your business. After all, why did you go into business in the first place? Independence? More money? A better lifestyle with more free time? Greater challenge? Or a more secure future for your family? But the reality has become long hours, stress, greater risks and responsibilities and less time with your family. A Thaney business plan can help you get your business on the right track so you can enjoy the freedom you deserve. And have the opportunity to grow your business rather than just maintain it. Read more.
OPersonal Financial Planning
Wouldn’t it be nice if your personal financial future were set? If all the pieces just fell into place and required no effort on your part? We may not be able to completely remove you from the process, but we’ll do our best to make everything as painless as possible. We’ll first provide you with an accurate picture of your financial situation, so you can make decisions that will benefit you most. Decisions that will enable you to obtain your financial goals. Enjoy your business and still have life outside of the office. It’s everything you’d expect from an accounting firm that looks at the bigger picture to help you realize your financial vision. Read more.
OEstate Planning
Do you need an estate plan? The short answer is yes. If you own property, whether it’s a house, a car, jewelry, or collectible, have bank accounts, investments or a retirement plan account, you need to direct how and to whom your property will be distributed after your death. And even if you already have an estate plan, you may be surprised to learn that it is out of date. Changes in your family– the birth of a child or grandchild, death of a spouse or close relative or friend, marriages or divorces in your family all necessitate revisiting your estate plan. Moving to another state, buying or selling a business and of course, retiring, are reasons to revise your estate plan, too. Last but not least, tax laws may have changed unbeknownst to you. All the reasons you need to have us create the best plan to preserve your family’s wealth. Read more.
OOutsourced Bookkeeping
Thaney & Associates believes in the 80/20 rule of business– 80% of your profit comes from 20% of your efforts, and 20% of your customers contribute 80% of your sales. With accurate accounting data, you will be able to focus your efforts on the most profitable work. Our experienced bookkeepers will help you determine where your efforts should be focused. Read more.
OVirtual Bookkeeping
Imagine: from anywhere in the world, knowing exactly how your business is doing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our most important goal is to provide meaningful numbers to your desktop every day by 5:00 PM. We will help you determine which five critical numbers you should check on daily. What you can measure, you can manage, and what you can manage, you can improve. You can look forward to a better picture of your business. Read more.
OCFO for the Day
Your business is growing, and you need more financial leadership than just a bookkeeper can provide. The only problem is, you can't justify the cost of a full-time chief financial officer yet. We have the solution– a Thaney CFO for the Day. One of our CPAs will come to your office one day each month to provide the short- and long-range vision, global perspective and focused insight better financial decisions are based on. Read more.
OTechnology Consulting
A leading cause of business failure is inadequate record keeping. Which is why having the right information to properly manage your business affairs is so important. Our technology department can help you choose the right software for your business, allowing you to have the information that you need at your fingertips. We are knowledgeable on the new automated accounting systems that will relieve administrative concerns so you can concentrate on building your business. Read more.
ONew Venture Planning
So you’re thinking that you’ve discovered a can’t-miss business opportunity. Well, did you know that you have better odds for success at the tables in Vegas than you do in starting a successful business? So now you’re thinking, “What do I do?” Don’t do anything until you call Thaney & Associates for answers. Working with us in the beginning stages of developing your business dramatically increases your odds of long-term success. From creating a business plan, to deciding what type of entity will best suit your needs (S Corporation? C Corporation? LLC?), to finding the right people to help you with financing, payroll services, etc. Thaney accountants are experienced in helping you get your new business up and running, and moving in the direction that you have envisioned.
OBusiness Development
Do you dream about a successful, profitable business that is personally rewarding and delivers the lifestyle you desire? The Thaney team knows that it is absolutely essential for you as a business owner to have a vision for your organization. We have the tools necessary to help your vision become a reality– the investment of energy, the accumulation of knowledge and the power of thought to help you succeed. Read more.
OManagement Consulting

Every organization has challenges. The challenges are usually symptoms of deeper issues. The key to finding the solution is to identify the deeper issue. The amazing thing is that you already possess the knowledge and information that is needed to define the problem, and therefore, resolve it. However, it is difficult for you to do this because you are at ground level with the problem– you need help from someone with a different point of view, someone who can see your operation from 10,000 feet above. That is where we come in.

We have made a surprising discovery, which is that all businesses– no matter the size, industry, or location– face similar problems. They are typically organizational, strategic or operational. But we don’t stop there, because simply understanding a problem does not solve the problem. We take it a step further, and using a proven scientific method, we will cultivate alternative solutions, then evaluate and select the best one for you. From there we will implement the solution, and monitor and adjust as needed.

OForensic Accounting & Litigation Support Services
If you are trying to tighten up your internal controls, you can turn to us for help. Our forensic accounting capabilities include investigation into employee theft, securities fraud, identity theft and insurance fraud. Beyond just identifying the problems, we can make recommendations so that you can minimize your risk for loss. Read more.
OTaxing Authority Representation
At Thaney & Associates, we stand behind every tax return we prepare. That is why we promise to take a strong supporting role if it ever becomes necessary to represent you before the IRS or other taxing authorities.
OQuickBooks Training Seminars
Thaney & Associates Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors® have been tested and certified on QuickBooks. Which means we can help you get answers, choose the right product, get setup right, troubleshoot, advise about tax and financial implications, and more. Read more.

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