Why It Makes (Dollars and) Sense to Hire an Accountant to Do More Than Just Prepare Your Tax Return (continued from yesterday)

By Gary Krupa, CPA



What other qualities does one find in a good accountant? A good accountant listens to his or her client, and thereby understands what their needs are and how best to serve them. A good accountant remains aware of new developments or methods that may benefit the client. Such a person is both perceptive and analytical. And a good accountant remains dedicated to helping his or her client succeed. One doesn’t need to be gifted to be a good accountant, but one should at least have a talent for it.

How much does it cost to hire an accountant, and how good of an investment is it?

Depending upon the area the accountant’s practice is located in, the demand for their services, and the nature of the services needed, one can expect to pay between $50 and $100 per hour. The client may not realize a benefit commensurate with their cost right away. The value of engaging an accountant will become apparent when the client embarks upon a new venture, such as the opening of a new store, launching of a new product line, or investment in another company. The accountant can prove invaluable when the client applies for funding.

And as stated above, an accountant can help the client achieve their financial goals more easily, and save money by means of financial and tax planning. The accountant will also save the client money, or help the client obtain financing, by being knowledgeable about the client's business and finances, and suggesting strategies based on the accountant's knowledge and experience.

Tomorrow's entry: Examples of how Gary Krupa, CPA helped his clients and employers.


Gary Krupa is a CPA in New York and Arizona, with more than twenty-five years experience providing accounting, tax, audit and computer services to small and medium-size organizations. He’s especially attentive to the needs of his clients. He moved to Rimrock, Arizona in late May 2008. He has offices in Rimrock and Peoria, AZ. His e-mail address is gkcpa@q.com.
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