Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Barrington, RI
Craftsmen CPAs is a specialized accounting and tax firm dedicated to supporting tradesmen and women across New England. Our team combines deep financial expertise with a passion for empowering craftsmen to focus on their core skills while we manage their backoffice operations. We offer cloud-based accounting solutions, tax planning, payroll processing, and advisory services tailored to the unique needs of entrepreneurs in trades like plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and landscaping. With a focus on technology-driven efficiency, we help clients streamline financial workflows, reduce administrative burdens, and achieve long-term business growth.Our commitment extends beyond transactionswe act as strategic partners, providing year-round tax guidance and operational support to strengthen our clients' financial foundations. By prioritizing transparency, personalized service, and industry-specific knowledge, we enable craftsmen to reclaim their time and master their craft while we handle the complexities of business finance.
Services
Cloud Accounting
Tax Solutions
Payroll Processing
Business Consulting
Job Costing
Highlights and features
- We specialize in accounting solutions for tradesmen with 10+ years of industry experience.
- Our cloud-based systems automate financial workflows for maximum efficiency.
- We provide year-round tax planning and compliance expertise specific to trades.
- Our team includes certified CPAs with deep understanding of small business operations.
- We offer personalized advisory services to improve business profitability and cash flow.
Services
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting services streamline financial management through real-time bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, and automated reporting. We handle daily transactions including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and expense tracking. By implementing secure cloud platforms, we ensure business owners maintain complete visibility over their financial health while reducing manual workloads.
Tax Solutions
We provide comprehensive tax services including strategic planning, compliance filings, and year-round advisory support. Our team specializes in optimizing tax structures for tradesmen, managing income and payroll tax obligations, and identifying industry-specific deductions. With proactive planning, we help clients minimize liabilities while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll solutions ensure accurate and timely employee compensation with full compliance tracking. We manage tax withholdings, workers' compensation reporting, and payroll tax filings while integrating with accounting systems for seamless financial tracking. This service reduces administrative burdens while maintaining adherence to federal and state labor regulations.
Business Consulting
We offer strategic advisory services focused on improving business profitability and operational efficiency. Our consultants analyze financial performance, optimize pricing strategies, and implement systems for better cash flow management. This service helps tradesmen make data-driven decisions to grow their businesses sustainably.
Job Costing
Our job costing solutions track project-specific expenses and revenues to improve profitability analysis. We implement systems for monitoring material costs, labor hours, and overhead allocations across projects. This enables tradesmen to identify profitable services, refine pricing models, and improve overall financial performance through detailed cost insights.
People
Jim
CPA/MSTax
Jim brings over 15 years of accounting experience specializing in tax strategy for tradesmen. He focuses on optimizing financial structures while ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations.
Michelle
MBA, Finance
Michelle specializes in business operations and financial systems implementation. With 12 years in small business consulting, she helps craftsmen streamline accounting workflows and improve financial decision-making.
Justine
MS, Management
Justine focuses on operational efficiency and process improvement. Her expertise in management systems helps tradesmen implement scalable financial practices that grow with their businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for tradesmen?
We provide cloud accounting, tax planning, payroll processing, job costing, and business advisory services specifically tailored for tradesmen in plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and other skilled trades.
How do you help craftsmen save time?
By managing backoffice operations like bookkeeping, tax filings, and payroll, we free up tradesmen to focus on their core work while ensuring financial compliance and efficiency.
Do you offer year-round tax support?
Yes, we provide ongoing tax planning and compliance services to help tradesmen optimize deductions, manage liabilities, and prepare for quarterly tax obligations throughout the year.
What technology platforms do you use?
We implement cloud-based accounting systems like QuickBooks Online, Xero, and specialized tools for payroll and job costing to create integrated, automated financial workflows.
How do you handle payroll compliance?
We manage payroll tax filings, wage reporting, and compliance documentation while ensuring adherence to federal and state labor regulations specific to tradesmen's businesses.
Can you help with business growth strategies?
Yes, our advisory services include profitability analysis, pricing strategy optimization, and operational improvements to help tradesmen scale their businesses effectively.
