Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Corpus Christi
Gowland Strealy Morales has been delivering personalized financial guidance to individuals and businesses for decades. Our firm combines technical expertise with a client-centered approach, prioritizing proactive communication and tailored solutions. With a team of certified professionals, we offer comprehensive services including accounting, audits, tax planning, and financial consulting. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in advanced training, industry experience, and a dedication to understanding each client's unique goals.We view every relationship as a partnership, ensuring our success aligns with our clients' financial achievements. Backed by decades of service in the Corpus Christi community, we maintain high standards of professionalism while fostering trust through transparency and responsiveness. Our team actively participates in professional organizations and local initiatives, reinforcing our reputation as a reliable and respected accounting firm.
Services
Accounting Services
Audits
Tax Planning
Financial Consulting
Payroll Processing
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined experience in public accounting and industry-specific financial services.
- Our team includes CPAs with expertise in audits, taxation, and nonprofit/governmental accounting.
- We provide personalized service with the technical depth of a larger firm and the agility of a local practice.
- Our proactive approach ensures compliance while optimizing financial growth opportunities.
- We maintain active involvement in professional organizations and community development initiatives.
What people say
Exceptional accounting expertise
Personalized financial guidance
Responsive and professional team
Deep industry knowledge
Trustworthy partners
Services
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive accounting solutions for businesses of all sizes. Our services include financial statement preparation, payroll processing, cash flow budgeting, and accounting system setup. With accurate record-keeping and regulatory compliance expertise, we help businesses maintain profitability while navigating complex financial requirements. Our team ensures timely reporting and strategic financial insights tailored to your industry needs.
Audits
Our audit services deliver the highest level of assurance for third-party stakeholders. We perform detailed examinations of account balances, inventories, and transactions to verify information accuracy. Specializing in nonprofit and governmental audits, our CPAs identify improvement areas while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Clients receive actionable recommendations to strengthen financial controls and operational efficiency.
Tax Planning
We offer strategic tax planning and compliance solutions for individuals and businesses. Our expertise covers federal, state, and local tax requirements with a focus on minimizing liabilities. Through proactive consultation, we help clients leverage deductions, credits, and structuring opportunities. Our team stays current with evolving tax codes to provide accurate filings and forward-looking tax strategies.
Financial Consulting
Our financial consulting services help clients achieve long-term goals through customized strategies. We analyze business performance, recommend cost-containment measures, and advise on investment decisions. With industry-specific insights, we assist in financial forecasting, profit-sharing plans, and operational improvements. Our consulting approach combines technical expertise with practical solutions for sustainable growth.
Payroll Processing
We manage complete payroll processing solutions for businesses seeking efficiency and compliance. Our services include wage calculations, tax withholding, and regulatory reporting. By handling payroll cycles and year-end documentation, we reduce administrative burdens while ensuring adherence to labor laws. Clients benefit from accurate, timely payments and year-round compliance support.
People
David Morales
Partner
CPA with 30+ years experience, former KPMG and Grant Thornton auditor, Texas Society of CPAs board member, and community leader with expertise in public accounting and nonprofit governance.
Jeffery Smith
Partner
CPA specializing in fuel and construction industries, 18 years of public accounting experience, Texas A&M graduate with advanced accounting credentials, and expert in business advisory services.
Betty Morales
CPA
Taxation expert with 30+ years in public accounting and industry, University of Texas graduate, and specialist in client consultation for individual and corporate tax strategies.
Tommy Strealy
Audit Partner
Certified Government Financial Manager with 50+ years experience, former president of local CPA chapter, and specialist in nonprofit/governmental audits with MAP Quality Review Committee involvement.
Carol Sue Hipp
CPA
46-year accounting veteran, former public school finance director, Registered Texas School Business Administrator, and expert in educational institution accounting with multiple board leadership roles.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, financial statements, payroll processing, and system setup tailored to small business needs with personalized support.
Do you handle audits for nonprofit organizations?
Yes, our team specializes in nonprofit and governmental audits with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and grant reporting.
Can you assist with tax planning for individuals?
We offer comprehensive tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities while maximizing deductions and credits for individual taxpayers.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve construction, fuel, education, nonprofit, and government sectors with industry-specific financial expertise.
Are your accountants certified professionals?
All our senior staff hold CPA certifications with additional credentials in government finance and school business administration.
