Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Services in St. Petersburg
McClanathan, Burg & Associates (MBA) is a full-service accounting firm with over 30 years of experience serving high-net-worth individuals and businesses in the Tampa Bay area. Founded in the 1980s, our firm is built on a foundation of ethics, integrity, and client-centric service. Our team of certified professionals specializes in tax planning, audit and assurance, forensic accounting, litigation support, valuation advisory, and business consulting. We prioritize understanding each client's unique financial goals to deliver tailored strategies that minimize tax burdens, enhance operational efficiency, and secure long-term financial success.With a reputation for excellence in complex financial matters, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to provide actionable insights and trusted guidance. Our commitment to transparency and personalized service has earned us recognition as a leader in the financial services industry, serving clients from our downtown St. Petersburg, Florida headquarters.
Services
Tax Services
Accounting
Litigation Support
Valuation Advisory
Forensic Accounting
Business Consulting
Audit & Assurance
Estate Planning
Payroll Services
QuickBooks Support
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in accounting and financial consulting.
- Our team includes Certified Public Accountants and Accredited in Business Valuation professionals.
- We provide personalized service with a focus on long-term client relationships.
- Our expertise spans tax planning, forensic accounting, and litigation support.
- We utilize cutting-edge technology for efficient audit and assurance services.
What people say
Exceptional support
Deep expertise
Ethical practices
Timely responses
Strategic guidance
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services focus on strategic planning to minimize tax liabilities for high-net-worth individuals and businesses. We provide comprehensive preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns while developing long-term strategies for wealth preservation. Our team stays current with evolving tax laws to ensure compliance and optimize financial outcomes through estate planning, retirement strategies, and business succession planning.
Forensic Accounting
We specialize in uncovering financial discrepancies through forensic accounting services. Our experts investigate fraud, embezzlement, and asset misappropriation while providing expert testimony in legal proceedings. Utilizing advanced analytical techniques, we document findings for litigation support in cases involving marital dissolution, business disputes, and insurance claims while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards.
Litigation Support
Our litigation support services assist attorneys with financial analysis during legal proceedings. We provide expert witness testimony, damage calculations, and evidence evaluation for cases involving business valuations, contract disputes, and personal injury claims. Certified professionals apply economic theories and industry knowledge to strengthen legal positions while maintaining objectivity throughout the litigation process.
Valuation Advisory
We deliver accurate business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and legal proceedings. Our certified professionals apply industry standards like USPAP and AICPA guidelines to determine fair market values. Services include purchase price allocation, goodwill impairment analysis, and expert testimony for litigation cases involving business ownership disputes and financial reporting requirements.
Audit & Assurance
Our audit services combine technical expertise with industry knowledge to enhance financial reporting accuracy. We perform audits, reviews, and compilations of financial statements while identifying operational efficiencies. Specialized services include employee benefit plan audits and agreed-upon procedures engagements, utilizing paperless technology to improve audit processes while maintaining compliance with professional standards.
People
Jeff McClanathan
Partner
Jeff McClanathan has practiced accounting for over 30 years, specializing in forensic accounting and business valuation. He co-founded MBA in 1990, bringing extensive experience in litigation support and financial consulting to the firm's strategic direction.
Todd Burg
Partner
Todd Burg co-founded MBA in 1990 with Jeff McClanathan. He specializes in tax planning and business consulting, providing strategic guidance to high-net-worth individuals and privately held businesses throughout the Tampa Bay region.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We provide audit & assurance, tax planning, forensic accounting, business valuation, and consulting services tailored to meet the specific needs of privately held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
Do you serve clients outside the Tampa Bay area?
While our headquarters is in St. Petersburg, we primarily serve clients throughout the Tampa Bay region, with capabilities to assist clients beyond this area through virtual consultations and remote services.
How experienced is your accounting team?
Our team includes Certified Public Accountants and Accredited in Business Valuation professionals with over 30 years of combined experience in complex financial matters and litigation support.
What technology do you use for accounting services?
We utilize paperless audit software and digital tools to enhance efficiency while maintaining strict data security protocols. Our technology infrastructure supports remote access for client convenience.
How do you handle urgent tax planning needs?
We prioritize client needs with flexible scheduling for urgent matters. Our team provides timely tax planning strategies to address immediate concerns while maintaining long-term financial objectives.
What sets your firm apart from other accounting services?
Our combination of forensic accounting expertise, litigation support experience, and personalized service approach differentiates us in handling complex financial challenges for individuals and businesses.
