Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting and Tax Solutions in Hudson, NY
At Karp, Ackerman, Small & Hogan, we prioritize building strong relationships with our clients through personalized attention and tailored financial solutions. Our team combines decades of experience in taxation, accounting, and business advisory services to deliver results-driven expertise. We collaborate closely with clients' professional networks, including attorneys and investment advisors, to ensure comprehensive service.With a focus on continuous professional education, we maintain advanced technical proficiency in tax compliance, financial planning, and nonprofit accounting. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our track record of supporting individuals, businesses, and trusts with precision and integrity.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping
Audit Representation
Financial Planning
Nonprofit Accounting
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized financial planning with certified experts.
- Our team has decades of combined experience in tax compliance.
- We collaborate with your professional network for comprehensive solutions.
- Specialized expertise in nonprofit accounting and audit representation.
- Committed to continuous professional education and technical excellence.
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation services for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Our team specializes in complex returns, audit representation, and strategic tax planning. Clients benefit from personalized guidance to minimize liabilities while maximizing refunds.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records through regular updates and reconciliation. We support businesses with payroll reporting, QuickBooks setup, and monthly financial statements. This service ensures clients have real-time visibility into their financial health for informed decision-making.
Audit Representation
We represent clients during IRS and state tax audits with expertise in resolving disputes efficiently. Our approach includes document preparation, communication with authorities, and negotiating settlements. This service reduces client stress while ensuring professional handling of complex audit processes.
Financial Planning
Our financial planning services focus on long-term wealth growth and tax-efficient strategies. We assist with retirement planning, estate management, and investment advice tailored to individual goals. Clients receive customized roadmaps to achieve financial security through proactive planning.
Nonprofit Accounting
We specialize in accounting solutions for nonprofit organizations, including grant reporting and compliance. Our team handles tax-exempt filings, budgeting, and audit preparation. This service helps nonprofits maintain transparency while focusing on their mission-driven objectives.
People
Peter Hogan
Managing Shareholder
Peter Hogan, a Siena College graduate, brings 30+ years of tax expertise to KASH. He specializes in business and personal taxation, with prior roles at international firms and auto dealership controllership. Holds AICPA's Personal Financial Specialist designation.
Andrew Small
Shareholder
Andrew Small specializes in international tax matters with experience from public accounting and investment banking. He graduated from St. Joseph's College and holds a Master's in Taxation from Long Island University.
Stephanie First
Shareholder
Stephanie First provides tax and audit services for nonprofits and businesses. A Russell Sage College graduate, she focuses on accounting compliance and has served the firm since 1994.
Matthew Mackerer
Shareholder
Matthew Mackerer offers tax planning for trusts and individuals. He graduated from Cornell's Dyson School and serves as Treasurer for Columbia Children's Center, Inc.
Ian D. Strange
CPA
Ian Strange specializes in tax services for auto dealers and solar clients. A SUNY New Paltz graduate, he provides compilation services and holds memberships in AICPA and NYSSCPA.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We offer tax preparation, bookkeeping, audit representation, financial planning, and nonprofit accounting services tailored to individual and business needs.
Do you serve businesses outside Hudson, NY?
Yes, we serve clients in the Albany Capital District, Ithaca, NY, and surrounding areas through in-person and virtual consultations.
How do you handle IRS audit representation?
Our team prepares documentation, communicates with tax authorities, and negotiates settlements to resolve audits efficiently while minimizing client involvement.
Can you assist with QuickBooks setup?
Yes, we provide QuickBooks setup, training, and ongoing support to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting for small businesses.
What sets your firm apart from other accountants?
We combine personalized attention with decades of experience in tax compliance, nonprofit accounting, and collaboration with clients' professional networks.
