Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting, Tax & Advisory Services in Little Rock, AR
Since 1984, Erwin has delivered comprehensive accounting, tax, and advisory services tailored to sophisticated clients across Arkansas and nationwide. Our commitment to quality begins with our team of experienced professionals, whose expertise spans industries including banking, agribusiness, healthcare, and not-for-profit organizations. With staff tenure ranging from one year to over four decades, we maintain low turnover to ensure consistent, personalized service. Our firm has successfully completed every American Institute of Certified Public Accountants peer review since the program's inception, validating our dedication to excellence.We prioritize client relationships over size, offering accessible professionals who provide clear communication, strategic tax planning, and assurance services that strengthen business performance. Our industry-specific knowledge extends to employee benefit plans, mergers and acquisitions, and compliance with evolving financial regulations. By combining technical expertise with a focus on long-term client partnerships, we deliver solutions that address both immediate needs and future growth objectives.
Services
Tax Planning
Audit & Assurance
Advisory Services
Employee Benefit Plans
Mergers & Acquisitions
Financial Statement Audits
Tax Compliance
Not-for-Profit Accounting
Agribusiness Consulting
Estate Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in accounting and tax services
- Our team includes CPAs with expertise in specialized industries
- Low staff turnover ensures consistent client relationships
- Successfully completed all AICPA peer reviews since 1984
- Provide industry-specific solutions for banking, agribusiness, and healthcare
Associations and certifications
- AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax professionals develop customized strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. We specialize in entity selection, estate planning, and industry-specific tax challenges for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. With proactive planning, we help clients optimize financial outcomes through evolving tax landscapes.
Audit & Assurance
We conduct comprehensive financial statement audits and reviews that meet AICPA and DOL standards. Our services include bank examinations, employee benefit plan audits, and compliance testing for not-for-profits. By combining technical expertise with industry knowledge, we deliver reliable financial insights that enhance transparency and stakeholder confidence.
Advisory Services
Our advisory team provides strategic guidance on mergers and acquisitions, internal controls, and business restructuring. We offer CFO advisory, cash flow planning, and regulatory compliance solutions tailored to Arkansas-based companies and national clients across multiple sectors. Our approach focuses on improving operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.
Employee Benefit Plans
We specialize in 401(k), defined benefit, and health benefit plan audits that meet ERISA requirements. Our services include compliance testing, fiduciary guidance, and correction of plan deficiencies. As AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center members, we ensure accurate reporting and regulatory adherence for complex benefit structures.
Agribusiness Services
Our agribusiness experts handle specialized tax and accounting needs including crop share reporting, depreciation strategies, and cooperative taxation. We assist agricultural clients with mergers, USDA compliance, and navigating unique financial challenges related to commodity markets and government payments.
People
Matt Brannan
Manager-Assurance
CPA and Certified Fraud Examiner with expertise in assurance services and forensic accounting. Provides strategic audit solutions for Arkansas businesses while maintaining AICPA peer review standards.
Brad Crain
Partner-Tax
Tax partner specializing in complex compliance and planning for businesses and individuals. Focuses on minimizing tax liabilities through strategic entity selection and estate planning solutions.
Harry C. (Chuck) Erwin, III
Partner-Tax
Experienced tax professional guiding clients through regulatory challenges and compliance requirements. Specializes in Arkansas-based business taxation and multi-generational wealth planning strategies.
Tanya Esworthy
Partner-Tax and Assurance
Dual-qualified professional delivering integrated tax and audit services. Focuses on improving financial transparency while addressing compliance needs for diverse industry clients.
Danny Fisher
Partner-Tax
Tax specialist with deep expertise in business transactions and compliance. Helps clients navigate complex tax codes while maintaining operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
Questions
What accounting services does Erwin & Company offer?
We provide audits, reviews, compilations, tax compliance, and advisory services tailored to Arkansas businesses and national clients.
Which industries does Erwin & Company specialize in?
Our expertise includes banking, agribusiness, healthcare, real estate, restaurants, employee benefit plans, and not-for-profit organizations.
How does Erwin & Company ensure service quality?
We maintain AICPA peer review compliance and have completed every required peer review successfully since 1984.
Can Erwin & Company handle complex tax planning?
Yes, our CPAs specialize in strategic tax planning, estate taxes, and compliance for businesses and individuals.
What advisory services are available?
We offer mergers and acquisitions guidance, business valuations, internal audit support, and financial restructuring solutions.
