Business Details
Your Trusted Tax Partner in Corte Madera, CA
MHR CPA is a trusted tax and accounting firm built on over two decades of experience rooted in integrity and client advocacy. Founded by Richard Eckersdorff, CPA, MBA, and Shelah Norman, our missionembodied in our name ManyHappyReturnsguides every interaction as we prioritize client needs above all else. With a global clientele, we deliver consistent, high-quality tax solutions tailored to individuals, corporations, and estates, leveraging technical expertise and financial acumen to optimize outcomes. Our collaborative approach ensures personalized service, whether navigating complex tax planning, audit representation, or entity structuring. We specialize in minimizing liabilities through strategic retirement planning, record organization, and entity selection, while maintaining transparency and trust.Our teams deep knowledge of federal and state tax codes, combined with a commitment to lifelong learning, enables us to address evolving regulatory landscapes with confidence. Clients benefit from our proactive guidance on material life changes, such as job transitions or property sales, ensuring informed decision-making. We pride ourselves on resolving IRS disputes efficiently, having secured favorable audit outcomes that saved clients thousands. Our bookkeeping services, supervised by CPAs, streamline financial processes to support tax preparation and long-term fiscal health. From incorporation to estate planning, we empower clients with clarity and actionable insights, fostering enduring relationships grounded in reliability and exceptional service.
Services
Tax Preparation
Audit Representation
Incorporation Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Planning
Estate Tax Filing
Payroll Reporting
IRS Dispute Resolution
Entity Choice Consultation
Financial Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in tax planning and audit defense.
- Our team provides personalized, CPA-supervised bookkeeping services.
- We specialize in entity choice consultations for business owners.
- Our audit representation has saved clients thousands in penalties.
- We deliver free educational resources on tax-saving strategies.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountants (CPA)
What people say
Best in his field
Thorough and knowledgeable
Saved thousands in penalties
Made tax season stress-free
Exceptional client advocacy
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare individual, corporate, and estate tax returns with precision, ensuring compliance across state and federal jurisdictions. Our process minimizes liabilities through strategic deductions and up-to-date regulatory analysis. Clients receive clear explanations of their filings, empowering informed financial decisions.
Audit Representation
Our team advocates for clients during IRS audits, leveraging deep tax code knowledge to reduce penalties and resolve disputes efficiently. We handle communication with tax authorities, ensuring accurate documentation and protecting client interests throughout the process.
Incorporation Services
We guide business owners through entity selection (LLC, S Corp, etc.) and handle incorporation paperwork. Our advice focuses on long-term tax advantages and legal protections tailored to each client's operational goals and growth plans.
Bookkeeping
CPA-supervised bookkeeping services maintain organized financial records to streamline tax preparation and reporting. We offer tiered pricing and scalable solutions for businesses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with evolving accounting standards.
Tax Planning
We develop customized tax strategies to minimize liabilities through retirement plans, entity restructuring, and timing of income/expenses. Our planning considers life changes like property sales or job transitions to optimize long-term financial outcomes.
People
Richard Eckersdorff
CPA, MBA
With over 20 years of experience, Richard specializes in tax strategy and audit defense. His expertise in federal and state tax codes has saved clients thousands through accurate filings and dispute resolution. Clients praise his clarity and proactive guidance.
Shelah Norman
Enrolled Agent
Shelah brings extensive experience in bookkeeping and tax preparation, known for simplifying complex financial concepts. Her client-focused approach ensures organized records and strategic tax planning, supporting long-term business growth and compliance.
Joan Tobin
Enrolled Agent
Joan contributes specialized knowledge in estate tax filings and trust planning. Her meticulous attention to detail ensures accurate reporting for complex estates, providing clients with reliable solutions for intergenerational wealth transfer.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for businesses?
We prepare corporate returns, guide entity selection, and provide audit representation. Our services include payroll reporting, incorporation, and strategic tax planning to minimize liabilities.
How do you handle IRS audits?
We represent clients during audits, negotiate with tax authorities, and resolve disputes. Our track record shows significant reductions in penalties and streamlined resolution processes.
Can you help with entity choice decisions?
Yes, we analyze your business needs to recommend optimal structures (LLC, S Corp, etc.) and handle incorporation paperwork for tax-efficient operations.
Do you offer bookkeeping services?
Yes, our CPA-supervised bookkeeping ensures organized financial records tailored to your business size and complexity, supporting accurate tax filings.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Marin County, Northern California, and the entire San Francisco Bay Area, with clients nationwide and internationally.
