Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Tax & Accounting Solutions
We are a professional accounting services firm based in Rome, Georgia, dedicated to providing comprehensive tax and financial solutions. Our founder, Sheila D. Hutchings, began her career with the Internal Revenue Service in 1986 and has since accumulated extensive expertise through roles as a tax preparer, bookkeeper, and instructor. We specialize in personal and business tax preparation, IRS debt consultation, bookkeeping, and financial reporting, serving clients both in-person and online. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to strict ethical standards through memberships in the National Society of Accountants (NSA), National Association of Tax Preparers (NATP), and National Society of Tax Professionals (NSTP).We prioritize client education and personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for their unique financial needs. With over 20 years of experience operating as 'The Tax Lady Accounting Services,' we combine technical proficiency with a dedication to community and professional integrity. Our mission is to deliver accounting services that earn client recommendations, attorney referrals, and investor confidence while maintaining transparency and ethical practices.
Services
Personal Tax Preparation
Business Tax Filings
IRS Debt Consultation
Bookkeeping Services
Financial Reporting
Online Tax Filing
Tax Education
Payroll Management
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of IRS and private accounting experience.
- Our team holds active memberships in leading tax professional organizations.
- We provide secure online tax filing and virtual consultations.
- Our services include personalized financial education for clients.
- We adhere to strict ethical standards through NSA's code of conduct.
Associations and certifications
- National Society of Accountants
- National Association of Tax Preparers
- National Society of Tax Professionals
Services
Personal Tax Preparation
We prepare individual tax returns including standard filings, prior-year returns, and complex situations involving dependents, unemployment compensation, and investment income. Our service ensures accurate deductions for health savings accounts, real estate taxes, and charitable contributions while maintaining compliance with current tax codes. Clients receive personalized guidance to maximize refunds and minimize liabilities.
Business Tax Services
We handle business tax needs including new entity formation, sales tax registration, and corporate returns for C-Corps, S-Corps, partnerships, and fiduciaries. Our expertise covers small business expense deductions for home offices, vehicle use, and depreciation. We provide comprehensive solutions for business owners to maintain compliance and optimize tax positions.
IRS Debt Consultation
We offer specialized guidance for resolving IRS debt issues through installment agreements, offers in compromise, and penalty abatement. Our approach combines technical knowledge with negotiation strategies to help clients achieve manageable payment solutions while maintaining compliance with tax authorities.
Online Tax Filing
Our Tax Lady Express platform enables secure online submission of tax documents from any location. The system supports various return types including standard, self-employed, and premium packages with features like tax calculators and direct preparer communication for complex situations.
Financial Reporting
We provide detailed financial reporting and bookkeeping services including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analysis. Our systems track business expenses, generate management reports, and maintain accurate records for audits or regulatory requirements.
People
Sheila D. Hutchings
Founder & Accountant
Certified accountant with 30+ years of experience, including IRS service since 1986. Holds a degree from Berry College and specializes in tax strategy, financial reporting, and ethical accounting practices through NSA membership.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for individuals?
We provide complete personal tax preparation including standard returns, prior-year filings, and complex situations involving investments, home sales, and self-employment income.
Can you help businesses with tax compliance?
Yes, we handle corporate tax returns, sales tax registration, new business formation, and financial reporting for partnerships, S-Corps, and fiduciaries.
Do you offer online tax filing options?
Our Tax Lady Express platform allows secure online submission of tax documents with direct preparer communication and tax calculators.
How do you handle IRS debt issues?
We provide specialized consultation for IRS debt resolution through installment agreements, offers in compromise, and penalty abatement strategies.
What accounting credentials do your professionals hold?
Our team maintains active memberships in the National Society of Accountants, National Association of Tax Preparers, and National Society of Tax Professionals.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Rome, Georgia and the southeastern United States with both in-person and virtual accounting services.
