Business Details
Trusted Tax & Payroll Services in Hawthorne, NY
Chandra Nottage CPA is a dedicated tax consulting and payroll firm committed to helping individuals, household employers, and small businesses navigate complex tax and payroll compliance requirements. With a focus on personalized attention, we specialize in addressing the unique needs of clients with limited resources while staying current with evolving tax regulations. Our tax services feature competitive pricing aligned with industry standards, and our payroll solutions offer both standardized packages and fully customizable options to meet diverse client needs. We assist businesses in fulfilling their compliance obligations, demystify the process of hiring domestic workers, and ensure accurate tax preparation for both new and established employers.Our team provides comprehensive support for IRS and state tax authority interactions, estimated tax payment planning, and resolution of delinquent filings. We offer year-round tax guidance, including strategic withholding adjustments to optimize cash flow and specialized assistance with student loan defaults, tax liens, and refund offsets. Our practice combines technical expertise with proactive client education through monthly tax tips to help clients stay informed about regulatory changes affecting their financial situation.
Services
Tax Preparation
Payroll Services
Business Compliance
Domestic Worker Tax Assistance
Estimated Tax Payments
IRS Audit Support
Tax Lien Resolution
Student Loan Default Assistance
Amended Tax Returns
Tax Refund Offset Negotiation
Highlights and features
- We offer competitive pricing aligned with accounting industry standards
- Our team provides customized payroll packages tailored to specific client needs
- We maintain continuous tax law research to ensure accurate compliance guidance
- Our firm handles direct IRS and state tax authority correspondence on client behalf
- We deliver monthly tax tips to keep clients informed about regulatory changes
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation services for individuals and businesses, ensuring accurate compliance with federal and state regulations. Our experts handle initial filings, amended returns, and specialized reporting requirements while optimizing tax positions. Services include W-2 processing for domestic employees and strategic filing status recommendations to maximize refunds or adjust withholdings.
Payroll Services
Our customized payroll solutions support household employers and small businesses with tax compliance. We handle Social Security/Medicare withholding, unemployment tax calculations, and state-specific reporting requirements. Services include new hire registration, pay stub generation, and year-end W-2 processing for domestic workers.
IRS Audit Support
We represent clients during IRS and state tax authority audits, providing expert documentation and correspondence. Our services include responding to tax liens, negotiating penalty abatements, and resolving refund offsets related to student loans or other federal debts.
Estimated Tax Payments
We help clients calculate and schedule quarterly estimated tax payments to avoid underpayment penalties. Our analysis considers income, deductions, and credits across four payment periods, with adjustments for changing financial circumstances throughout the tax year.
Tax Lien Resolution
We assist taxpayers in resolving federal tax liens through payment plans, offer-in-compromise strategies, and lien withdrawal requests. Our team responds to IRS notices including levy threats and jeopardy assessments to protect client assets and financial standing.
People
Chandra Nottage
Certified Public Accountant
Chandra Nottage is a licensed CPA with specialized expertise in household employer tax compliance and small business accounting. With over 15 years of experience, she focuses on simplifying complex tax regulations while providing strategic financial guidance to individuals and businesses.
Questions
What tax obligations do household employers have?
Household employers must verify work eligibility, withhold Social Security/Medicare taxes, report wages, provide W-2 forms, and potentially pay unemployment taxes. We help manage all these requirements.
Can I customize payroll services for my specific needs?
Yes, we offer both standard payroll packages and fully customized solutions to match your household or business requirements, including direct deposit setup and state-specific compliance.
How do you handle IRS notices or tax liens?
We represent clients in responding to IRS notices, negotiating payment plans, and resolving tax liens to protect your financial interests and property rights.
What are the benefits of proper nanny tax compliance?
Compliance builds employee credit history, ensures Social Security contributions, protects against audit risks, and provides financial stability documentation for housing or loan applications.
How can I receive tax updates from your firm?
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