Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Tax Solutions
Since 1985, Countryside Tax Service has provided comprehensive tax solutions and bookkeeping services to individuals and businesses across Northeast Indiana and beyond. Our team maintains IRS certification through ongoing training, ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations. With over 35 years of industry experience, we specialize in railroad and transportation returns while offering personalized preparation for individual, small business, farm, and rental property tax needs. Our commitment to client privacy and confidentiality is reinforced through strict policy adherence.Sandra S. Wilcox, our Head Accountant with advanced degrees from Indiana University, leads a team dedicated to delivering accurate, timely services with professional attention to detail. We maintain high standards of service quality while offering flexible options including drop-off preparation and after-hours appointments. Our reputation for effective solutions has been built through consistent delivery of personalized tax strategies that meet both client and regulatory requirements.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping Services
Railroad Returns
Small Business Taxes
Farm Tax Filings
Rental Property Returns
Multi-State Filings
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in tax preparation and bookkeeping services.
- Our team maintains IRS certification through ongoing professional training programs.
- We specialize in complex railroad and transportation tax returns.
- Our Head Accountant holds advanced degrees in accounting and business administration.
- We offer personalized service with strict confidentiality and privacy protections.
Associations and certifications
- IRS-certified
What people say
Knowledgeable and friendly
Highly recommended
Very professional
Best in North East Indiana
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Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare comprehensive tax returns for individuals, small businesses, farms, and rental properties. Our services include multi-state filings and specialized railroad/transportation tax returns. With IRS-certified professionals, we ensure accurate, timely submissions that meet all regulatory requirements while maximizing client benefits.
Bookkeeping Services
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records for businesses of all sizes. We implement systematic tracking of income and expenses, generate regular financial reports, and ensure proper documentation for tax purposes. This foundational service supports informed business decision-making and audit readiness.
Railroad Returns
Specialized tax preparation for railroad and transportation industry professionals. We handle complex industry-specific forms and regulations, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. Our expertise addresses unique deductions and reporting standards applicable to transportation sector employees and businesses.
Small Business Taxes
Comprehensive tax solutions for small businesses including entity selection guidance, quarterly filings, and year-end returns. We manage payroll tax reporting, business expense deductions, and compliance with state and federal regulations to support business owners' financial health.
Multi-State Filings
We prepare and file tax returns across multiple states, addressing complex residency and income sourcing requirements. Our service ensures compliance with varying state tax codes while optimizing tax liability management for individuals and businesses with multi-state operations.
People
Sandra S. Wilcox
Head Accountant
With advanced degrees in accounting and business administration from Indiana University, Sandra leads our tax team with 35+ years of industry experience. She maintains IRS certification through ongoing training and specializes in complex tax returns for transportation professionals.
Questions
What tax services do you offer?
We provide individual and business tax preparation, railroad/transportation returns, bookkeeping, farm tax filings, rental property returns, and multi-state filings.
Do you handle business tax returns?
Yes, we prepare tax returns for small businesses including quarterly filings, payroll tax reporting, and year-end business tax returns with proper documentation.
Are your staff IRS-certified?
Yes, our team undergoes regular IRS training to maintain certification and stay current with changing tax regulations and filing requirements.
Can you file out-of-state returns?
Yes, we prepare and file tax returns for multiple states, addressing complex residency and income sourcing requirements for individuals and businesses.
What are your business hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 9 AM-6 PM, Friday 9 AM-5 PM, and Saturday 9 AM-3 PM. After-hours appointments are available upon request.
