Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions
R.P. Smith CPA is a modern accounting firm dedicated to delivering dynamic, cloud-based solutions that provide businesses with financial transparency and peace of mind. With over 30 years of experience in diverse financial functions, our team specializes in tax preparation, accounting services, and strategic consulting tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises. We leverage cutting-edge digital infrastructure to serve clients nationwide, offering 24/7 access to secure financial portals while maintaining a strong local presence in Oregon. Our expertise spans agribusiness, real estate, retail, and complex individual portfolios, ensuring customized support for diverse industries. We prioritize fixed-price agreements to provide cost certainty and ongoing consulting, allowing clients to focus on growth.Our services include accounts receivable/payable management, cash flow optimization, payroll automation, and inventory reconciliation. We specialize in tax planning, estate and trust services, and IRS audit representation, combining technical proficiency with personalized guidance. Our team includes Certified Public Accountants, Enrolled Agents, and QuickBooks-certified professionals committed to client success. We emphasize proactive financial strategies, including debt structuring, equipment purchasing analysis, and retirement planning. Our mission is to modernize financial workflows while maintaining the highest standards of security and client service.
Services
Tax Preparation
Accounting Services
Strategic Planning
Estate & Trust Planning
IRS Representation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of diverse financial expertise across multiple industries
- Our cloud-based infrastructure enables secure 24/7 access to financial records
- Fixed-price agreements provide cost certainty and ongoing consulting access
- We specialize in complex sectors including agribusiness and utility cooperatives
- Our team includes CPAs, Enrolled Agents, and QuickBooks-certified professionals
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation services for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates. Our team ensures compliance with federal and state regulations while optimizing tax-saving opportunities. With expertise in complex tax scenarios, we deliver accurate filings and strategic planning to minimize liabilities.
Accounting Services
Our accounting services include accounts receivable/payable management, cash flow analysis, payroll automation, and financial reporting. We implement cloud-based solutions for real-time financial tracking and 24/7 client access to records and reports.
Strategic Planning
We develop customized financial strategies for business growth, debt management, and retirement planning. Our services include cash flow forecasting, budget analysis, and entity restructuring to optimize financial outcomes and long-term stability.
Estate & Trust Planning
Our estate planning services focus on minimizing tax liabilities and ensuring smooth asset transfers. We coordinate with legal counsel to create comprehensive plans for trusts, wills, and succession strategies tailored to individual and business needs.
IRS Representation
We provide professional representation during IRS audits, leveraging our experience with tax authorities to protect client interests. Our services include documentation preparation, audit response strategies, and resolution of tax disputes to achieve favorable outcomes.
People
Rick Smith
Certified Public Accountant
Rick Smith, CPA, founded the firm after starting his career in 1979. With experience as a bank director and credit union board member, he specializes in tax services and business consulting for diverse industries. He holds memberships in AICPA and Oregon Society of CPAs.
Krista Nunn
Enrolled Agent
Krista Nunn, EA, LTC, is QuickBooks-certified with expertise in tax preparation for construction, agribusiness, and trusts. She joined RP Smith CPA in 2013 after working at a regional CPA firm, focusing on digital service delivery through modern accounting platforms.
Kathy Gordon
Certified Public Accountant
Kathy Gordon, CPA, brings 30+ years of experience in taxation and business consulting. She specializes in utility cooperatives, nonprofits, and estate planning, combining technical expertise with strategic guidance for business owners and individuals.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-service accounting including bookkeeping automation, accounts receivable/payable management, cash flow analysis, payroll processing, and financial reporting tailored to your business needs.
Do you serve businesses outside Oregon?
Yes, our cloud-based infrastructure allows us to serve clients nationwide while maintaining our Oregon roots and local market expertise in the Willamette Valley.
What tax services do you specialize in?
We offer comprehensive tax planning, preparation, and compliance services for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates, with expertise in complex tax situations and IRS audit representation.
How do fixed-price agreements work?
Our fixed-price agreements provide predictable costs for accounting and tax services, including ongoing consulting support without unexpected additional charges.
How secure is your cloud-based system?
We use enterprise-grade security with private client portals and encryption to protect financial data, ensuring compliance with accounting industry standards for confidentiality and data protection.
Can you help with business succession planning?
Yes, we specialize in estate and trust planning, business entity selection, and succession strategies to ensure smooth transitions while minimizing tax liabilities for business owners.
