Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Pittsburgh CPA Services for Tax & Accounting Solutions
Kathy L Hess & Associates is a Pittsburgh-based CPA firm dedicated to providing comprehensive accounting, tax strategy, and financial consulting services to individuals and small businesses. Since 1986, we have specialized in creating tailored solutions that minimize tax burdens, protect assets, and build long-term wealth for our clients. Our approach combines over 30 years of industry expertise with a personalized, one-on-one methodology to address each client's unique financial challenges.We prioritize strategic tax planning, business entity selection, and industry-specific accounting support while maintaining a strong focus on integrity and client education. Our team stays current with evolving tax laws and industry trends to deliver actionable advice that enhances profitability and simplifies financial decision-making. As a firm founded on trust and transparency, we measure success by our clients' ability to achieve their financial goals with confidence.
Services
Tax Preparation
Business Incorporation
Financial Consulting
Audit Support
QuickBooks Services
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of specialized tax and accounting expertise
- Personalized one-on-one client advisory approach
- Proven strategies for tax burden reduction and asset protection
- Industry-specific financial consulting experience
- Certified professionals with multi-disciplinary credentials
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation services ensure accurate and compliant filing for individuals and businesses. We specialize in optimizing deductions while maintaining full regulatory compliance. Clients benefit from strategic timing of income and expenses to minimize liabilities.
Business Incorporation
We guide clients through optimal business structure selection and incorporation processes. Our expertise covers S-Corp, C-Corp, and LLC formations with tax-efficient structuring. Services include state filings, EIN acquisition, and ongoing compliance support.
Financial Consulting
Comprehensive financial consulting combines tax strategy with long-term wealth building. We develop customized plans for asset protection, retirement readiness, and intergenerational wealth transfer while aligning with clients' personal and business objectives.
Audit Support
Our audit support services provide expert representation during IRS or state examinations. We prepare documentation, communicate with authorities, and implement corrective measures to resolve issues while protecting client interests throughout the process.
QuickBooks Services
We offer QuickBooks setup, training, and ongoing support to streamline financial operations. Services include chart of accounts configuration, transaction categorization, and financial reporting to improve business financial visibility and decision-making.
People
Kathy L. Hess
Founder & CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 30+ years of experience in tax strategy and financial planning. Holds CVA and NASD Series 6, 7, 63 licenses. Former Price Waterhouse director specializing in business valuation.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, business incorporation, financial consulting, audit support, and QuickBooks services for individuals and small businesses.
How long has your firm been in business?
Kathy L. Hess & Associates has served clients since 1986, providing over 35 years of continuous accounting and tax expertise.
Do you specialize in specific industries?
We work with diverse businesses including dental practices, franchises, and manufacturers, offering tailored accounting solutions for each industry's unique needs.
What makes your firm different?
Our personalized one-on-one approach combines CPA expertise with certified coaching to create actionable tax and wealth-building strategies for long-term client success.
