Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Fort Wayne
Harris & Associates has been delivering trusted accounting and tax advisory services since 1978, helping individuals, organizations, and corporations achieve financial success. Our team prioritizes client needs through personalized financial strategies, leveraging decades of experience in tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and business consulting. We specialize in creating tailored solutions that maximize tax advantages while fostering long-term client relationships built on transparency and expertise. Our monthly fee structure removes barriers to communication, ensuring clients feel supported without concerns about hourly billing. With a legacy of serving Northeast Indiana businesses for over 40 years, we combine deep local market knowledge with a commitment to evolving financial practices.Our CPA-certified professionals provide actionable insights for business growth, from start-up guidance to strategic financial management. We maintain formal reporting standards while offering flexible service frequencies to accommodate diverse client needs. Our reputation for responsive service and strategic thinking has earned long-term partnerships with clients across industries. By focusing on client education and proactive financial planning, we empower businesses to navigate complex regulatory environments confidently. Our approach blends technical precision with a personal touch, ensuring clients receive both compliance expertise and growth-oriented advice.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Business Consulting
Financial Management
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of local accounting expertise in Northeast Indiana
- Our team provides personalized financial strategies tailored to individual business needs
- We deliver comprehensive services covering tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and consulting
- Our transparent monthly fee structure eliminates billing surprises
- We maintain formal reporting standards with flexible service frequencies
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountants
What people say
Personal service is very good
Respond quickly
Help you grow
Connected with investors
Trusted for 35 years
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare comprehensive tax returns for individuals, businesses, estates, and trusts. Our CPA-certified team handles simple to complex filings including S-corporations, C-corporations, and gift tax returns. We offer personalized consultations to optimize tax advantages while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records with flexible scheduling options. We produce formal financial statements for monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual periods. This service helps businesses track performance and provides essential documentation for third-party reviews or loan applications.
Payroll Services
We manage complete payroll solutions for businesses of all sizes, including direct deposit, paycheck mailing, and tax filings. Our services cover FICA, state withholdings, unemployment taxes, and garnishments. We ensure timely employee payments while handling all regulatory compliance requirements.
Business Consulting
Our consulting services help businesses launch or expand through strategic financial planning. We analyze unique business challenges and develop customized growth strategies. This includes start-up guidance, cash flow optimization, and long-term financial development planning tailored to your industry needs.
Financial Management
We provide comprehensive financial management through our monthly fee structure. Services include budgeting, tax planning, investment analysis, and business performance evaluation. Our approach combines technical expertise with personalized service to help clients achieve both short-term and long-term financial objectives.
People
Rex Harris
Founder
Certified Public Accountant with 40+ years of experience serving Northeast Indiana businesses. Established Harris & Associates in 1978 to provide accessible accounting solutions. Specializes in strategic financial planning and tax optimization for local businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll processing, business consulting, and financial management services for individuals and businesses.
How long have you served Fort Wayne businesses?
Our firm has supported Northeast Indiana clients for over 40 years since our founding in 1978.
What makes your accounting approach unique?
We use a transparent monthly fee structure with personalized service, eliminating hourly billing while providing proactive financial guidance.
Do you work with different business sizes?
Yes, we serve individuals, small businesses, and corporations with scalable solutions tailored to each client's needs.
How do you handle complex tax situations?
Our CPA-certified team specializes in navigating complex tax scenarios for estates, trusts, partnerships, and corporations.
What reporting frequencies do you offer?
We provide monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reporting options to match your business's operational needs.
