Merki & Associates

read moreThe answer is simple - we are small business tax and accounting experts. Accounting and filing taxes can be simple and hassle-free when you are working with a company who understands the specific and unique challenges of operating a small business. One of our founding owners, Mark Merki, was previously a small business owner himself and was frustrated by the difficulties encountered trying to navigate the accounting and tax aspects of his business. So he co-founded Merki & Associates - the kind of company he would want to work with himself.

read moreFor over 25 years, Merki & Associates has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as compilations, financial statements, and financial planning. Merki & Associates is dedicated to your financial security. By combining our expertise, experience and the team mentality of our staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve.

read moreBusinesses of all sizes benefit from hiring a Chief financial Officer (CFO) or controller. But many small business owners worry that they can't afford it. Maybe you've been trying to take care of your business financials in your spare time (or ignoring them all together), but quickly realized it's a losing battle because unless you're an accounting professional yourself, your expertise lies elsewhere. When you take advantage of our outsourced CFO services, you get a dedicated, experienced financial professional who helps you make the tough business decisions you need to guide your business to future success.

read moreAccurate bookkeeping is essential to your company's long-term viability. Experienced, affordable, and reliable, we serve a variety of industries and clients from self-employed home-based business owners to large multi-million dollar businesses with employees. When you outsource your bookkeeping services to us you get one on one personalized service and state of the art technology and payroll software. If you're just starting a business, we'll set up reporting and recordkeeping systems that make it easy for you to keep track of where your money is going.

read moreEstate and trust tax preparation and planning are an important part of managing your financial future -- and it's not just for the one percent; it's important for everyone -- especially if you have a spouse or children or own a business. As your trusted advisor, we help you develop an estate and trust plan that protects wealth and minimizes the tax burden on you and your loved ones. While protecting your assets is critical to ensure financial security for your loved ones, we know that estate planning and trust tax return preparation is not easy and often requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

read moreAs a business owner, you work hard every single day. Whether it's managing your employees, overseeing your company's day-to-day operations, or generating new ideas, you don't have much time left over to deal with the financial side of your business. Even if your cash flow is good, are you sure you're maximizing your profits? Are you paying estimated taxes on time? Are you complying with federal and state payroll or sales and use tax? Tax law is complex. That's why it pays to have an accounting firm you can trust on your side.

read moreOn average, small business owners spend eight hours per month on payroll related tasks. While it may not seem like a lot of time, it does add up--and it takes time away from running your business. If you own a business with employees, you already know that payroll is complicated--and it seems like every year a new piece of federal, state, or local legislation related to payroll is passed that you need to comply with. If you're just starting out, you may only have a few employees to worry about.

read moreApril has practiced public accounting since 2001 but has worked in the public accounting enviroment since 1995. She specializes in individual and business taxation. April focuses in areas unique to individuals with international affairs and the owners of closely held companies.