Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Advisory Services in St. Petersburg, FL
Founded in 1991, ls and company was established with the vision of providing more than just technical accounting services. We focus on delivering timely, well-communicated results at fair prices while offering innovative solutions to accounting, tax, and business challenges. Our growth of 20% annually reflects our commitment to listening to clients and understanding their unique business needs. We invest significantly in technology and training to equip our team with tools for delivering high-quality advice and efficient service. Many of our professionals bring experience from national and regional accounting firms, maintaining the same high standards of quality and integrity.Our firm emphasizes creative, practical advice tailored to client goals, ensuring compliance with all regulations and professional standards. We pride ourselves on strong relationships with lenders in the Tampa Bay area, where our assurance opinions are widely respected. Our philosophy centers on integrity, independence, and objectivity, ensuring our clients receive reliable, forward-thinking guidance.
Services
Assurance Services
Tax Services
Family Office Services
Litigation Support
Property Management
Small Business Solutions
Business Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We grow by listening and understanding client needs through personalized consultations.
- We invest annually in technology and training to maintain service excellence.
- Our team includes professionals with experience from national and regional accounting firms.
- We uphold integrity and independence in all regulatory and professional standards.
- Our assurance opinions are respected by leading banks and lenders nationwide.
Associations and certifications
- Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Florida Peer Review Program
- AICPA Peer Review Program
Services
Assurance Services
Our assurance services include financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations, leveraging automation for timely, accurate results. We specialize in merger analysis, internal controls, and compliance with industry standards. Clients benefit from our respected opinions used by major lenders nationwide.
Tax Services
We offer comprehensive tax planning, compliance, and consulting for individuals and businesses. Our approach combines proactive updates on tax law changes with customized strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize financial outcomes for estates, corporations, and trusts.
Family Office Services
Our family office services provide holistic management of personal assets, including estate planning, trust administration, and philanthropic consulting. We act as intermediaries for family financial matters, ensuring seamless coordination of accounting, tax, and litigation support needs.
Litigation Support
Led by founder Lisa Smithson, our litigation support includes financial analysis and expert testimony for legal disputes. We specialize in lost earnings claims, divorce settlements, and lease violations, combining CPA expertise with real-world CFO experience to resolve complex cases.
Property Management
We manage commercial properties across Tampa Bay, handling financial operations, lease maintenance, and repair coordination. Services include CAM charge collection, vendor management, and financial reporting tailored to office, retail, and industrial spaces.
People
Lisa Smithson
Founder
Lisa Smithson founded ls and company in 1991 after serving as CFO of a multi-million-dollar firm. She directs litigation support services, leveraging experience as a bank director and audit committee chairperson to provide expert financial analysis in legal disputes.
Questions
What accounting services does ls and company offer?
We provide audits, reviews, compilations, and internal control analysis, using automation for efficient, accurate results tailored to business needs.
Do you offer tax planning for individuals and businesses?
Yes, we deliver customized tax strategies for individuals, corporations, estates, and trusts, focusing on minimizing liabilities through proactive planning.
Can you assist with commercial property management?
We manage office, retail, and industrial properties in Tampa Bay, handling financial operations, lease compliance, and maintenance coordination.
What small business solutions are available?
Our services include bookkeeping, payroll, tax filings, and software consulting, designed to reduce overhead while ensuring compliance and financial clarity.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our office to connect with a team member, or submit our online form for after-hours scheduling assistance.
