| Accounting Services |
| Providing financial information to our clients in a timely and accurate manner is a commitment that we feel can not be compromised. Meaningful, well-organized financial records ensure that your business operations will run more efficiently on a daily basis. Our firm provides a full range of cost effective accounting services including the following:
*General ledger & financial statement preparation
*Bookkeeping (Monthly/Quarterly/Annual)
*Accounting system setup for new businesses
*Computerized payroll services
*Business tax return preparation (Sales & Use/Business Property)
*Personal financial statements
*Litigation support |
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| Audits, Reviews and Compilations |
| We view our role in the financial reporting process as an opportunity to provide constructive solutions for maximizing your company's profitability and efficiency. We provide financial reporting on all three levels of assurance:
*Audit- an intensive examination with the highest level of assurance
*Review - some analytical procedures conducted with limited assurance
*Compilation - based upon client information provided and used primarily for internal use.
Our Quality Commitment As a member of the American Institute of CPAs Governmental Audit Quality Center, we are committed to adhering to the highest quality standards by voluntarily agreeing to the Center membership requirements, which include designating a partner responsible for the quality of our governmental audit practice, establishing quality control programs, performing annual internal inspection procedures, and making our peer review report findings publicly available.
At Edgar, Kiker & Cross, PC, our goal is to continue to enhance our quality initiatives within our governmental audit practice to deliver the highest quality audit services possible.
Governmental Audit Services We deliver governmental audit services for local governments and other Not-For-Profit Organizations that receive federal assistance.
Our services include: * Financial Audits under Government Auditing Standards * Compliance Audits under OMB Circular A-133 * Compliance Audits under the HUD Consolidated Audit Guide * Operational Audits * Other Consulting Services Related to Governmental and NPO Audits Staff Expertise Our team of auditor specialists stays current in this highly technical practice area by adhering to the continuing professional education requirements of Government Auditing Standards and attending various continuing education programs including the annual AICPA National Governmental Accounting and Auditing Update Conference, the Governmental Audit Quality Center Annual Webcast Update and other relevant seminars and by reviewing monthly publications from the AICPA.
For more information about audit quality, visit the Governmental Audit Quality Center at http://www.aicpa.org/GAQC. |
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| Bookkeeping/Write-Up |
| Meaningful, well-organized financial records ensure that your business operations will run more efficiently on a daily basis and are the foundation of a successful business. Our qualified staff can assist you with the day-to-day tasks associated with bookkeeping. |
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| Financial Statements |
| We can assist you in the preparation of your financial statements in accordance with professional standards, but express no opinion or any other form of assurance on the underlying information included in them. The financial statements produced can be a useful tool for management for making financial decisions. |
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| Tax Services |
| We prefer to take a proactive vs. reactive approach to tax services. By keeping current on new tax laws and legislation, we are in a position to identify key tax planning opportunities that minimize both your current and future tax liabilities. We provide our individual and business clients with the taxation expertise and knowledge that they deserve throughout the year. Tax services offered include but are not limited to:
*Tax planning & return preparation
- Individuals
- Corporations
- Partnerships
- LLCs/LLPs
- Estates, trusts & gift
- Not-for-profit organizations
*Taxing authority representation
*Divorce and support issues
*Tax effects of buying/selling a business |
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| Tax Planning & Preparation |
| Tax planning and preparation form a winning combination for our successful individual and business clients. Whether you are an individual or a multi-tiered partnership, our experienced staff can develop tax strategies that take advantage of new tax laws and legislation. |
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| Estate & Trust Tax Preparation |
| Effective estate and gift planning facilitates the orderly transfer of assets to your beneficiaries, provides security for your surviving spouse, and can reduce or eliminate the tax due on the transfer of your business and other assets. For business owners, providing for business continuity and succession of ownership is essential. We can guide you through the complex process of getting your financial affairs in order. |
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| IRS Representation |
| During our years of experience dealing with many taxing authorities, we have achieved a level of competence that can ensure our clients they are being properly represented before the various federal and state tax agencies. |
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| Payroll Services |
| As a business grows, it must hire more employees, which can result in increased payroll administration. We can assist you in implementing the controls necessary to ensure a reliable, efficient, and effective payroll system. Our firm can also help you develop a payroll system and prepare all necessary payroll tax returns in a timely manner. |
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| Sales Tax Services |
| Many of our clients are responsible for collecting and submitting sales taxes in many different vicinities. We can assist your company in the compilation of information and preparation of sales tax returns in an efficient and timely manner. |
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| Forensic Accounting |
| We use accounting and auditing skills to provide an analysis of financial records in conjunction with dispute resolutions, as well as fraud and theft investigation. Our damage measurement methods can determine the extent of financial loss and illegal accounting practices. |
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| Financial Forecasts & Projections |
| Forecasting is a necessity when trying to effectively manage and lead a business to profitability. From simple projections to complex financial modeling, our experienced staff can assist you in achieving your company's financial goals. |
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| Cash Flow & Budgeting Analysis |
| A business can be profitable and still run into trouble due to cash flow issues. We can forecast and evaluate your company's financial condition, estimate financing requirements, and track cash-flow sources and uses. |
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| Fraud Prevention & Detection |
| We use accounting and auditing skills to provide an analysis of financial records in conjunction with fraud and theft investigation. Our damage measurement methods can determine the extent of financial loss and illegal accounting practices. |
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| Consulting Services |
| We gauge our worth by the personal and business successes of our clients. We can help your business identify areas negatively affecting profitability and growth and develop solutions that are practical and technically sound. In addition to acting as a sounding board for management, we provide comprehensive, flexible strategies that address the issues affecting your business. The following is just a few of the areas in which we provide consulting services:
*Accounting software selection and implementation
*Type of entity selection
*Business valuations
*Buying/selling a business
*Computer systems
*Financial & retirement decisions
*Estate, trust & gift planning |
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| Accounting Software Selection & Implementation |
With the number of computerized accounting software packages available for small businesses and individuals growing every day, selecting one that is right for you has become increasingly difficult. As accounting professionals, we are exposed to most programs through trade journals and actual use. Our experienced staff can help you choose and implement the system that best fits your needs.
 | EKC is a member of the QuickBooks Professional Advisor Program, and supports all versions of QuickBooks.We have successfully implemented QuickBooks for many of our clients. QuickBooks is an accounting software for small to medium sized businesses.
QUESTIONS? Call: 409.892.0233 or 409.883.5306 Email: info@ekc-cpa.com | In addition, EKC is part of the "Peachtree AccountCare Program".
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| Computer Consulting |
| Whether you are contemplating the addition of new computer hardware or overhauling your network, our experienced staff can assist you with many of the difficult decisions that must be made when designing your business' computer systems. |
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| Financial Planning |
A properly structured financial plan enables you to face any financial challenge that may present itself at each stage of your life. Through the financial planning process, we can assess your financial needs and develop strategies that will help enable you to achieve your goals and strengthen your financial security. EKC Financial Group, LLP offers clients objective assistance in financial planning designed to preserve and increase wealth. We can help in planning for important life events.
Estate Planning We will help formulate a plan that can help limit estate taxes thus preserving assets for your heirs. For businesses, we can create viable succession plans and help address special family concerns.
Retirement Planning We can determine the amount of savings and investment returns that will be necessary to reach your goals for a financially secure retirement.
College Funding We can help project future college costs, develop a sound investment plan and offer advice in navigating the financial aid process.
Risk Management We can help assure you have adequate insurance coverage. We will help assess your current level of coverage, identify gaps in life, health, disability and long-term care and develop a plan to fill them.
Investment Planning Whether you are looking for information about your choices or general evaluation of investment opportunities we are here for you.
Securities offered through 1st Global Capital Corp. Member FINRA/SIPC. www.finra.org. We have individuals licensed to offer securities in the states of Texas and Alabama. This is not an offer to sell securities in any other state or jurisdiction. Investment advisory services including fee based asset management accounts held through NFS, LLC are offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. All other financial planning services are offered through EKC Financial Group, LLP. EKC Financial Group, LLP is not affiliated with 1st Global Capital Corp. |
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| Management Advisory Services |
| Even the most qualified managers can benefit from competent, objective feedback. We can help your company's management team develop long-term objectives and specific strategies to facilitate your business' future growth and success. |
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| Business Succession Planning |
| Effective coordination of the transition of your business to your successors is critical to ensure its continued success once you decide to remove yourself from the company's day to day operations. With a solid background in tax and other financial matters, we are fully qualified to address the complex issues of business continuation and can assist you in developing a strategically sound plan. |
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| Business Valuations |
| Whether you are thinking of buying a new business or in the midst of a difficult divorce, the amount attached to the value of your business is important. We can provide useful and objective analysis to assist you in the valuation of any business in which you have an interest. |
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| Buying & Selling a Business |
| Structuring the purchase or sale of a business properly is a critical step in the process of buying or selling a business. Our competent staff has experience to guide you through the acquisition/disposition process by addressing such issues as cash flow analysis and tax considerations. |
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| Mergers & Acquisitions |
| Finding the right business partner for your company can be a difficult task. We can assist you in the merger or acquisition process by assessing such critical elements as tax considerations; product/service compatibility; competitive tactics and position; financial impact; and cash flow considerations. |
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| Business Consulting |
| We gauge our worth by the personal and business successes of our clients. We can help your business identify areas negatively affecting profitability and growth and develop solutions that are practical and technically sound. In addition to acting as a sounding board for management, we provide comprehensive, flexible strategies that address the issues affecting your business. |
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| Other Services |
| Due to our diverse client base, we encounter a wide array of financial and tax issues. As a result, we have gained valuable experience over the years in numerous specialized areas, many of which are listed below. We feel our ability to provide such a variety of services reflects our versatility and competency, as well as our dedication to quality client service. |
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