Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions
Tad Accounting has been delivering comprehensive accounting solutions since 1995, founded by industry pioneers Lance and Deanna Gildea. Our innovative approach to virtual accounting services was recognized by Accounting Today as early as 2000, establishing us as leaders in the digital transformation of financial services. With Deanna's extensive background in public accounting and corporate finance, including five years at KPMG and subsequent controller roles in specialized industries, we combine deep technical expertise with practical business insights. Our team of certified professionals provides tailored bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting services to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide.We utilize proprietary technology platforms that enable seamless collaboration while maintaining strict data security protocols. Our commitment to transparency is demonstrated through our open-book pricing model and absence of binding contracts. By handling complex financial operations remotely, we empower business owners to focus on core growth activities while maintaining complete visibility into their financial position. Our proven methodology ensures accurate monthly financial statements, streamlined payroll processing, and proactive tax planning support. With over 25 years of experience serving diverse industries, we continue to refine our processes to deliver maximum value through efficient, scalable solutions.
Services
Accounting Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Preparation
Payroll Processing
Financial Reporting
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Monthly Financial Statements
Quarterly Tax Filings
Expense Management
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of accounting experience with CPA-certified professionals
- Transparent pricing model with no binding contracts
- Custom technology platform for real-time financial access
- Proven track record serving small to medium businesses
- Comprehensive services from bookkeeping to tax preparation
Services
Accounting Services
Our comprehensive accounting services provide accurate financial records and reporting for business decision-making. We handle complete bookkeeping cycles, general ledger maintenance, and financial statement preparation. With our proprietary technology platform, clients maintain real-time access to their financial data while our professionals ensure GAAP compliance and accuracy.
Bookkeeping
Professional bookkeeping services maintain organized financial records through systematic transaction categorization and reconciliation. Our team manages accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and expense tracking while providing monthly reporting tools to identify financial trends and potential issues.
Tax Preparation
We prepare federal and state tax returns with strategic planning to optimize deductions and credits. Our tax services include quarterly estimated tax calculations, sales tax filings, and W-2/1099 processing. Clients receive proactive guidance to minimize tax liabilities while maintaining compliance.
Payroll Processing
Complete payroll management handles employee compensation, tax withholdings, and regulatory filings. Our services include payroll tax calculations, direct deposit processing, and year-end W-2 preparation. We ensure compliance with changing labor and tax regulations while maintaining accurate payment records.
Financial Reporting
Monthly financial reporting provides actionable business insights through balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analyses. We deliver customized reporting packages with explanations of key financial metrics to support strategic decision-making and business growth planning.
People
Deanna Gildea
CPA and Owner
Deanna Gildea, CPA, founded Tad Accounting with her husband Lance in 1995. With a BBA in Accounting from Pacific Lutheran University, she brings five years of KPMG audit experience and subsequent controller roles in reinsurance and construction industries to the company's operations.
Lance Gildea
Co-Founder
Lance Gildea co-founded Tad Accounting in 1995, developing the company's proprietary technology platform that enables remote accounting services. His technical expertise in virtual accounting systems helped establish Tad Accounting as an early innovator in online financial services for small businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide full-service accounting including bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll processing, tax preparation, and accounts payable/receivable management tailored to small business needs.
How does your virtual accounting system work?
Our proprietary platform allows secure remote access to financial records, enabling real-time collaboration between our team and clients without requiring physical document transfers or scheduled access times.
Are your accounting professionals certified?
Yes, our team includes CPA-certified professionals with extensive experience in both public accounting and corporate finance roles across multiple industries.
Do you require long-term contracts?
No, we operate on a month-to-month basis with transparent pricing displayed on our website, without requiring binding contracts for our accounting services.
How do you ensure financial data security?
We use secure servers with proprietary hosting services for accounting files and data, implementing multi-user access controls and encryption protocols to protect client information.
What experience do you have with business tax filings?
With 25+ years of experience, we handle all aspects of business tax preparation including quarterly filings, sales tax reporting, and year-end 1099/W-2 processing for companies nationwide.
