Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Tax Solutions in Portland
BC Consulting is a specialized accounting and tax advisory firm dedicated to serving underrepresented industries that have historically faced challenges in accessing professional services. Our team of certified public accountants brings extensive experience from Big 4 firms, offering tailored solutions for cannabis and hemp businesses, artists, craft breweries, and expatriates. We combine deep technical expertise with a client-centric approach, prioritizing transparency and understanding of complex tax regulations. Our services span tax compliance, business advisory, expatriate taxation, and specialized support for niche industries.With a commitment to community impact, we help clients navigate regulatory frameworks while optimizing financial outcomes. Our Portland-based team serves clients nationwide, leveraging technology for seamless paperless operations and secure client communication. We emphasize personalized service, ensuring every client receives attention from U.S.-based professionals without offshore outsourcing. Through proactive tax planning and advocacy, we empower businesses to focus on growth while maintaining compliance with evolving tax laws.
Services
Tax Compliance
Business Advisory
Expatriate Taxation
Cannabis Industry Tax
Entity Structuring
Audit Representation
International Tax
Bookkeeping Support
Highlights and features
- We specialize in cannabis and hemp industry taxation with deep regulatory expertise
- Our CPAs have combined 9 years of Big 4 firm experience
- Accredited by the Better Business Bureau since 2020
- We offer personalized service with U.S.-based professionals only
- Proven track record with hundreds of clients in challenging industries
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Crucial to our financial well-being
Real solutions on budget
Eliminated IRS confusion
Expertise in cannabis taxation
Trusted industry ally
Services
Tax Compliance
We handle all aspects of federal and state tax compliance for individuals and businesses. Our expertise includes complex returns for partnerships, S-Corps, and C-Corps. We specialize in tax strategy for cannabis businesses and expatriates, ensuring accurate filings while optimizing tax positions through legal deductions and credits.
Business Advisory
Our advisory services cover entity selection, tax-efficient structuring, and growth strategy. We help businesses navigate regulatory requirements, develop internal controls, and implement financial frameworks. We specialize in advising cannabis startups and expatriate-owned businesses on compliance and operational best practices.
Expatriate Taxation
We provide comprehensive tax services for expatriates including return preparation, foreign earned income exclusions, and PFIC reporting. Our team helps clients understand US tax obligations while living abroad and assists with resolving offshore compliance issues through voluntary disclosure programs.
Cannabis Industry Tax
We specialize in tax compliance for state-licensed cannabis businesses, including navigating IRS 280E restrictions. Our services include expense allocation strategies, inventory accounting, and multi-state tax planning. We help clients maintain compliance while maximizing allowable deductions within regulatory constraints.
Audit Representation
We represent clients during IRS and state tax audits, providing expert guidance and documentation support. Our team develops audit response strategies, negotiates with tax authorities, and helps resolve back tax liabilities. We specialize in defending complex cases involving niche industries and international tax matters.
People
Ben Condon
CPA
Ben Condon is a licensed CPA with 9 years of Big 4 experience specializing in business tax and cannabis industry compliance. He holds degrees from the University of Oregon and provides strategic tax guidance for complex business structures.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
We specialize in business and personal tax compliance, expatriate taxation, cannabis industry tax strategy, entity structuring, and audit representation for complex cases.
Do you work with cannabis businesses?
Yes, we have extensive experience with state-compliant marijuana businesses and industrial hemp companies, including navigating IRS 280E restrictions and optimizing tax positions.
Can you help expatriates with US tax filings?
Yes, we provide comprehensive expatriate tax services including return preparation, compliance guidance, and foreign account reporting for individuals living abroad.
What accounting support do you offer?
We provide bookkeeping referrals, financial statement reviews, internal control frameworks, and KPI development for businesses needing financial advisory support.
How do consultations work?
We offer telephone and in-person consultations with CPAs to discuss tax strategy, entity selection, audit concerns, or specific tax issues affecting your business.
