Accountant in Pasadena, California
Home to Caltech, JPL, and a thriving Old Town commercial district, Pasadena combines cutting-edge technology and aerospace with historic architecture and cultural institutions.
Accounting Services in Pasadena
Comprehensive tax, bookkeeping, and business advisory services tailored to Pasadena's business community.
Personal Tax Preparation
Expert tax filing for Pasadena residents with strategic deduction planning and audit support.
Business Tax Services
S-Corp, LLC, and partnership tax preparation for Pasadena businesses with year-round planning.
Bookkeeping
Monthly bookkeeping services for Pasadena businesses with financial statement preparation.
Payroll Services
Complete payroll processing, tax withholding, and compliance for Pasadena employers.
IRS Tax Help
IRS audit representation, notice resolution, and tax debt negotiation for Pasadena taxpayers.
Business Consulting
Strategic planning, entity selection, and growth advisory for Pasadena businesses.
Industries We Serve in Pasadena
Specialized accounting and tax services for Pasadena's technology businesses.
Specialized accounting and tax services for Pasadena's aerospace businesses.
Specialized accounting and tax services for Pasadena's education businesses.
Specialized accounting and tax services for Pasadena's healthcare businesses.
Specialized accounting and tax services for Pasadena's arts businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Accounting in Pasadena
What tax incentives are available for Pasadena tech startups?
California offers R&D tax credits, federal Section 179 expensing, QSBS capital gains exclusions for qualified small business stock, and potential angel investor tax credits.
How does Pasadena's business license tax work?
Pasadena charges an annual business tax based on gross receipts with different rates for various business classifications, renewable each January.
What accounting needs do aerospace contractors in Pasadena have?
Government contract accounting (FAR compliance), indirect cost rate calculations, labor hour tracking, progress billing, and security clearance documentation.
Can you help with Caltech or JPL employee tax planning?
Yes, we handle RSU taxation, ISO vs NSO exercise strategies, AMT planning, charitable giving with appreciated stock, and multi-state tax issues for researchers.
What are the restaurant tax requirements in Pasadena?
Restaurants must collect sales tax, report tip income properly, maintain detailed records of cash transactions, handle employee meal deductions, and comply with health permit requirements.
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