Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Alabaster, AL
Graham & Associates, CPAs has served the Shelby County area for over 25 years, providing comprehensive accounting and tax services to individuals, small businesses, nonprofits, and local government entities. Our team of certified professionals brings nearly 60 years of combined experience, delivering accurate financial reporting, strategic tax planning, and personalized QuickBooks support. We prioritize integrity and dependability, offering tailored solutions for business formation, internal controls, IRS representation, and industry-specific accounting needs in construction, healthcare, law, manufacturing, and real estate.Our commitment to excellence ensures clients receive timely, accurate financial guidance while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations. With a focus on responsiveness and technical expertise, we help clients navigate complex financial challenges and make informed decisions to drive long-term success.
Services
Small Business Accounting
Payroll Services
Tax Preparation
IRS Representation
QuickBooks Setup
Business Advisory
Audit Services
Nonprofit Accounting
Tax Planning
Internal Controls
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years serving Shelby County with 60 years combined CPA experience
- Specialized QuickBooks ProAdvisor for tailored accounting software solutions
- Proven IRS tax problem resolution expertise with discreet service
- Industry-specific knowledge in construction, healthcare, and law firms
- Comprehensive audit, review, and compilation services with clear reporting
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation services ensure accurate and timely filing for individuals and businesses. We leverage deep expertise in federal and state tax codes to maximize deductions while maintaining compliance. Clients benefit from personalized consultations to address specific tax situations and optimize financial outcomes.
IRS Representation
We provide expert IRS representation for tax debt resolution, audit defense, and collection problem-solving. Our approach combines discreet negotiation strategies with comprehensive documentation to achieve favorable settlements through payment plans, offers in compromise, or penalty abatement.
QuickBooks Setup
Our QuickBooks ProAdvisor team configures accounting systems tailored to business needs. We ensure proper chart of accounts setup, workflow integration, and data migration while providing training to maximize software efficiency for day-to-day financial management.
Business Advisory
We offer strategic financial guidance covering budgeting, cash flow management, and business structure optimization. Our advisory services help clients implement effective internal controls, improve financial reporting accuracy, and make data-driven operational decisions.
Audit Services
We conduct comprehensive audits with GAAP-compliant reporting for stakeholders requiring highest assurance levels. Our process includes internal control evaluation, third-party verification, and detailed financial analysis to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance for public and private entities.
People
Denise Graham
CPA
Denise Graham founded Graham & Associates, CPAs with over 25 years of experience serving Shelby County. She leads a team providing tax strategy, audit services, and business advisory solutions while maintaining a client-focused approach to financial excellence.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide full-cycle accounting, payroll processing, financial statement preparation, and internal control assessments tailored to small business needs.
Can you help with IRS tax debt or audits?
Yes, we specialize in IRS audit representation, tax debt resolution, and creating payment plans for individuals and businesses facing tax challenges.
Do you offer QuickBooks setup and training?
Our QuickBooks ProAdvisors provide software setup, customized training, and ongoing support to ensure efficient accounting operations for your business.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve construction firms, healthcare providers, law practices, manufacturers, and real estate professionals with industry-specific accounting solutions.
What are your audit and review services?
We offer audits, reviews, and compilations with varying assurance levels to meet stakeholder requirements while maintaining GAAP compliance.
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