Your CFO on call, without the six-figure salary.
From monthly bookkeeping to annual tax returns to year-round financial strategy, Laura handles it all. And she makes sure you understand every number on every page.
Schedule a Free ConsultationTax Preparation
Laura prepares federal and state tax returns for individuals, families, and every type of business entity: C-corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, sole proprietors, non-profits, estates, and trusts. All returns are e-filed and reviewed line by line with you so you understand exactly what happened this year and what to plan for next year.
Who this is for
- You've outgrown DIY tax software and want a licensed professional reviewing your return
- Your situation has gotten more complex: rental properties, inheritance, a side business, or investment income
- You received a notice from the IRS and need experienced guidance on how to respond
- You want a CPA who explains your tax return instead of just filing it
"Laura is an amazing accountant. She handles our personal taxes as well as our rental property for us. Very Professional. She goes above and beyond."
Cindy Montgomery
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Bookkeeping & Accounting
Full-service bookkeeping and accounting that keeps your financials organized and audit-ready. Laura handles monthly and quarterly bookkeeping, accounts receivable and payable, bank reconciliation, payroll tax deposits, unemployment reporting, sales tax compliance, and financial statement compilation. Clean books mean better decisions, easier tax seasons, and fewer surprises.
Who this is for
- Your books are behind or disorganized and you're not sure where to start
- You're spending evenings and weekends on bookkeeping instead of running your business
- You need clean, accurate financials for a bank loan, investor, or audit
- You want a professional reviewing your numbers every month, not just at tax time
"I am constantly amazed about Laura's talents. She is the type of CPA that will look at your books and explain them to you."
Theresa Conway
Owner, Ala Carte Bookkeeping & Business Solutions
Business Formation & Planning
Starting a business means making decisions that affect your taxes, liability, and growth for years to come. Laura helps you choose the right entity structure, handles the formation paperwork and EIN registration, and maps out a financial plan tailored to your goals. She also works with established businesses on succession planning and restructuring when it's time to evolve.
Who this is for
- You're starting a new business and want the entity structure, tax elections, and bookkeeping set up correctly from day one
- Your side hustle is going full-time and you need formal business structure and tax strategy
- You're not sure if your current entity type (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp) is the most tax-efficient option
- You're thinking about succession planning, selling your business, or bringing on partners
Financial Statements & Analysis
Financial statements tell the story of your business. Laura prepares your profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, then walks you through period-over-period comparisons, margin analysis, and trend identification. The goal: you leave every review understanding your true profitability, your cash position, and where to focus next.
Who this is for
- You receive financial reports but aren't confident you understand what they're telling you
- Your bank or lender requires compiled financial statements for a loan application
- You want to know your real profit margins after all expenses, not just your revenue number
- You need help building financial projections for growth planning, investors, or a line of credit
"Laura is very knowledgeable as a CPA, but what I appreciate even more is her willingness and enthusiasm to educate her clients about accounting and business solutions."
Jillaine St. Michel, DC
Chiropractor, Fletcher Chiropractic
QuickBooks Training
Laura has taught QuickBooks through Boise Schools Community Education and has trained business owners across the Treasure Valley for over two decades. She provides hands-on QuickBooks training: initial setup, chart of accounts configuration, cleanup of months of messy entries, and day-to-day bookkeeping workflows. Training is available one-on-one or in group sessions.
Who this is for
- You purchased QuickBooks but never set it up correctly or learned the workflows
- Your books have months of unreconciled entries and you need a clean starting point
- You want to manage daily bookkeeping in-house and reduce your monthly accounting costs
- Your staff needs training on QuickBooks so your team can maintain accurate records
Payroll Services
Payroll compliance gets complicated fast once you bring on employees. Laura handles payroll processing, federal and state tax deposits, quarterly 941 filings, annual W-2 and 1099 preparation, unemployment reporting, and Idaho state compliance. Your employees get paid accurately, your tax obligations are met on time, and your records stay audit-ready.
Who this is for
- You have employees and the payroll tax obligations are getting more complex than you can manage
- You're calculating payroll manually and aren't confident the withholdings and deposits are correct
- You need help preparing W-2s, 1099-NEC/1099-MISC forms, or state unemployment reports
Estate & Retirement Planning
Whether you're planning for retirement, managing an inheritance, or thinking about how to transfer wealth to the next generation, Laura helps you understand the tax implications at every stage. She works with individuals and families on estate tax planning, trust taxation, retirement distribution strategies, and gift tax considerations to help preserve more of what you've built.
Who this is for
- You're approaching retirement and need to understand the tax implications of distributions, Social Security, and Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
- You received an inheritance and need guidance on the tax impact, including stepped-up basis and estate tax obligations
- You want to structure your estate plan in the most tax-efficient way to protect your family and minimize transfer taxes
IRS Representation
Getting a letter from the IRS is stressful, but it doesn't have to be a crisis. As a licensed CPA, Laura has the authority to represent you directly before the IRS. She handles audit representation, correspondence responses, tax disputes, penalty abatement requests, and back-tax resolution. You don't face the IRS alone.
Who this is for
- You received a notice from the IRS and aren't sure how to respond or what it means
- You're facing an audit and need a licensed CPA to represent you before the IRS
- You have unfiled returns or a past-due tax balance that needs professional resolution
"Laura is our CPA. She is honest and hardworking and takes excellent care of us. Her care and expertise shined when she assisted us with an Audit."
Valerie Gray
Realtor, ATOVA Real Estate
CFO on Call
Most small businesses can't justify a full-time CFO, but that doesn't mean you should go without strategic financial guidance. Laura serves as your outsourced CFO: proactive tax planning, cash flow analysis, QuickBooks support, budgeting, and monthly financial review. She monitors your numbers year-round so potential issues surface early and tax-saving opportunities are identified before deadlines pass.
Who this is for
- You want a financial partner on your team year-round, not just a tax preparer who shows up in April
- Your business is growing and the financial decisions, tax implications, and compliance requirements are getting more complex
- You want a CPA monitoring your financials every month and flagging issues before they become problems
"This CPA is the one you want on your team. Not only will she manage your small business accounting needs, but she takes the time to teach you. Our family has been with Laura for years and would recommend anyone do the same."
Randal Nelson
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Not sure which services you need?
That's exactly what the initial consultation is for. Laura will review your situation, explain your options, and give you a clear recommendation. No cost, no obligation.