Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted CPA Partner for Tax and Financial Services
Stafford & Paulsworth has been delivering professional tax and financial services since 1987, helping individuals and organizations achieve their financial goals. Our certified public accountants bring decades of combined experience in individual, small business, and expatriate taxation to every client engagement. We specialize in creating customized tax roadmaps that minimize liabilities while maximizing savings through strategic planning. Our team of CPAs holds advanced certifications and maintains deep expertise in evolving tax regulations, ensuring clients receive accurate, up-to-date guidance. We serve clients across Philadelphia and beyond, offering seamless paperless tax preparation completed entirely online.With founders who established the firm in 1987 and a managing partner with nearly 20 years of tax experience, we combine institutional knowledge with modern efficiency. Our commitment to personalized service extends to Fortune 500 companies managing international assignments and individuals navigating complex tax codes. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education and adherence to CPA licensing requirements in Pennsylvania. Our track record includes developing expatriate tax equalization policies adopted by multinational corporations. Clients benefit from our holistic approach to financial planning, which integrates tax strategies with long-term wealth management objectives.
Services
Individual Tax Preparation
Business Tax Services
Expatriate Consulting
Tax Planning
Accounting Services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- CPAs with combined 60+ years of tax expertise since 1987
- Specialized expatriate tax services for global assignments
- Paperless online tax preparation system
- Developed Fortune 500 expatriate tax policies
- Free initial evaluation for new clients
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountants (CPA)
Services
Individual Tax Preparation
Our individual tax preparation service helps clients navigate complex tax codes to maximize refunds and minimize liabilities. We specialize in handling unique financial situations including international income reporting and investment portfolios. With experienced CPAs who maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations, we ensure accurate filings while identifying legitimate deductions and credits to optimize your tax position.
Expatriate Consulting
We provide comprehensive expatriate tax consulting for individuals and corporations managing international assignments. Our services include tax equalization planning, foreign earned income exclusions, and compliance with both U.S. and host country regulations. Our team has developed policies adopted by Fortune 500 companies to manage global employee tax obligations while maintaining regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning identifies opportunities to reduce future liabilities through strategic financial positioning. We analyze current income, investments, and business activities to create customized plans that optimize tax outcomes. This includes year-round consultation to adjust strategies as regulations change, helping clients anticipate and prepare for tax implications of major financial decisions.
Business Tax Services
We offer complete business tax solutions from sole proprietorships to multinational corporations. Our services include quarterly estimated tax calculations, entity structure optimization, and payroll tax compliance. With expertise in both domestic and international business taxation, we help companies implement tax-efficient strategies while ensuring accurate filings and minimizing audit risks through proper documentation.
Accounting Services
Our accounting services provide businesses with accurate financial reporting and compliance support. We handle bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and tax provision calculations while maintaining GAAP standards. Our CPAs work closely with clients to ensure proper tax treatment of business transactions and provide advisory services to improve financial processes and internal controls.
People
Michael J. McGowan
Managing Partner
Certified Public Accountant with nearly 20 years of tax experience, specializing in individual, small business, and expatriate taxation. Licensed in Pennsylvania, Mike combines technical expertise with relationship management to serve clients navigating complex U.S. tax regulations.
William J. Paulsworth
Founder
CPA since 1986 with extensive expatriate tax experience, developing international assignment policies for Fortune 500 companies. Holds Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College, focusing on comprehensive financial planning strategies since 1979.
Thomas M. Stafford
Founder
Certified Public Accountant since 1983 with expertise in international tax issues. Former Fortune 100 expatriate tax department director, bringing corporate-level insights to individual and business clients. Co-founder of the firm in 1987 after seven years at a regional CPA firm.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
We specialize in individual tax preparation, business tax accounting, expatriate tax consulting, and strategic tax planning for domestic and international clients.
Do you handle international tax matters?
Yes, we have specialized expatriate tax services for individuals and corporations managing global assignments, including tax equalization policies for Fortune 500 companies.
How does your online tax process work?
Our paperless system allows complete tax preparation online. New clients create an account to securely upload documents and communicate with our CPAs throughout the process.
What experience do your accountants have?
Our team includes CPAs with 20+ years of experience each, including former Fortune 100 tax department managers and specialists in complex U.S. tax regulations.
