Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Tax & Bookkeeping Services in Austin, TX
Carpenter & Langford has been delivering strategic tax guidance and financial solutions to established businesses for over three decades. Our foundation is built on cultivating enduring client relationships, which enable us to develop tailored tax reduction strategies specifically for owners of established businesses. With more than 30 years of combined experience, our team specializes in providing strategic tax advice to dental offices, real estate agencies, attorneys, and insurance professionals. We possess a deep understanding of the complex financial regulations these industries face, allowing us to effectively navigate compliance requirements while optimizing tax outcomes. Our process begins with a confidential tax savings assessment, followed by the development of a customized service package designed to address immediate needs and align with long-term financial goals.We offer a comprehensive suite of services including business tax preparation, strategic planning, projections, amendments, and Texas franchise tax returns. Our commitment to client relationships, a team-oriented approach, and the exceptional quality of our work have resulted in high client satisfaction and retention. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, we serve clients across multiple industries while maintaining a steadfast focus on personalized service and proactive financial counsel.
Services
Tax Services
Bookkeeping
IRS Representation
Financial Reporting
Tax Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized tax expertise for professional service industries
- Our team includes CPAs with deep industry-specific knowledge and certifications
- We implement a customized process combining tax assessment, planning, and implementation
- We maintain exceptional client retention through personalized service and results
- Our professionals hold active roles in community and professional organizations
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services provide comprehensive business tax preparation, compliance, and strategic planning for professional service industries. We specialize in corporate tax filings, entity-specific planning, and tax burden reduction strategies tailored to dental offices, law firms, insurance agencies, and real estate companies. With CPAs on staff and decades of industry experience, we ensure accurate filings while identifying deductions and credits to optimize tax outcomes.
Bookkeeping
We offer customized bookkeeping solutions with flexible monthly, quarterly, or annual schedules to maintain accurate financial records. Our services include transaction categorization, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, and month-end closings. By ensuring precise record-keeping and generating detailed balance sheets and income statements, we help businesses maintain financial clarity and prepare for tax season with confidence.
IRS Representation
Our team provides professional representation during IRS audits and tax authority examinations. With former IRS Revenue Agents on staff and extensive experience in tax compliance, we defend clients during audits while ensuring proper documentation and adherence to tax codes. We specialize in resolving complex tax issues for businesses facing scrutiny from federal and state tax authorities.
Financial Reporting
We deliver detailed financial reporting and analysis to support data-driven business decisions. Our services include balance sheet preparation, profit-and-loss statements, and year-end closing support. By maintaining accurate financial records and providing trend analysis, we help businesses monitor performance, identify growth opportunities, and maintain compliance with accounting standards.
Tax Strategy
Our tax strategy services focus on long-term tax optimization through proactive planning and compliance. We develop customized strategies to minimize tax liabilities using legal methods like deferrals, deductions, and credits. With expertise in Texas franchise taxes and multi-state filings, we help businesses implement tax-efficient structures while aligning financial plans with business growth objectives.
People
Joe D. Langford
Managing Partner
With over 35 years in accounting, Joe D. Langford founded Carpenter & Langford after working with major firms. A Texas A&M graduate and CPA, he serves on multiple nonprofit boards while specializing in business financial management.
Crystal Smith
Partner
Crystal Smith brings 18 years of tax expertise, growing from staff to partner at Carpenter & Langford. A University of Texas graduate and CPA, she specializes in tax planning for professional services while maintaining community leadership roles.
Brett Laine
Partner
Brett Laine offers 15+ years of experience in income tax and entity selection after working at Ernst & Young. This Texas State University graduate specializes in tax authority examinations for wholesale, manufacturing, and real estate industries.
Robert Rogers
Senior Tax Manager
Robert Rogers combines manufacturing operations experience with tax expertise from his IRS Revenue Agent background. A dual licensed CPA in Texas and Colorado, he provides comprehensive tax planning and compliance services for businesses.
Rupen Srivastava
Senior Tax Manager
Rupen Srivastava specializes in business and individual tax planning with a Texas A&M accounting background. He brings eight years of progressive tax experience to his role, focusing on accurate preparation and strategic compliance solutions.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in serving dental offices, law firms, insurance agencies, and real estate companies, though we work with businesses across all industries.
How long have you been in business?
Our firm was founded in 1985 and our team members collectively have over 30 years of experience in tax and accounting services.
What tax services do you offer?
We provide business tax preparation, strategic planning, projections, amendments, Texas franchise tax returns, and IRS representation services.
Do you offer bookkeeping services?
Yes, we offer customized bookkeeping solutions including transaction recording, reconciliation, financial reporting, and month-end closing support.
Are your professionals certified?
Our team includes Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and former IRS Revenue Agents with specialized expertise in tax compliance and planning.
How do you handle client relationships?
We prioritize long-term relationships through personalized service, maintaining high client retention through consistent communication and tailored financial strategies.
