Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Kitty Hawk, NC
Established in 1973, we are the oldest CPA firm in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, offering comprehensive accounting and consulting services to individuals and businesses. Our expertise spans accounting and auditing, tax planning and preparation, technology consulting, and small business consulting, combining traditional practices with advanced technology. With 6 CPAs and 15 non-licensed staff, we serve clients across North Carolina, prioritizing meticulous financial guidance and personalized service.Our team specializes in QuickBooks implementation, estate planning, retirement strategies, and payroll management, ensuring compliance and strategic growth. As a trusted partner since the 1970s, we maintain a commitment to precision, client education, and adapting to evolving financial landscapes. Our extended tax season hours and local market knowledge position us as a reliable resource for Outer Banks businesses and residents.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Estate Planning
QuickBooks Consulting
Retirement Planning
Homeowners Associations
Management Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience serving North Carolina businesses and residents.
- Our team includes 6 certified CPAs with specialized expertise in tax and financial planning.
- We combine traditional accounting practices with advanced technology solutions.
- We offer comprehensive services including payroll, QuickBooks implementation, and estate planning.
- We are the oldest CPA firm in the Outer Banks region.
Services
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive accounting services including financial statement preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll management. Our team ensures GAAP compliance for bank and investor reporting while offering custom internal financial reports. With expertise in receivables, payables, and tax compliance, we help businesses maintain accurate financial records and make informed decisions.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services optimize business and individual tax positions through strategic entity selection, credit identification, and compliance management. We handle federal, state, and local tax filings while developing long-term strategies to minimize liabilities. Our professionals stay current with evolving regulations to ensure accurate filings and maximize tax savings opportunities.
Payroll Services
We manage complete payroll solutions including wage calculation, tax compliance, and direct deposit implementation. Our services cover garnishment handling, year-end W-2/1099 processing, and customized reporting. By integrating time tracking systems and maintaining regulatory compliance, we reduce administrative burdens while ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.
QuickBooks Services
As QuickBooks Pro Advisors, we offer software setup, training, and integration services to streamline financial operations. Our experts customize QuickBooks configurations for business-specific needs and provide ongoing support for data management. We help clients maximize software functionality through process optimization and real-time financial reporting solutions.
Consulting Services
Our consulting services include business valuation, retirement planning, and management strategy development. We assist with QuickBooks implementation, organizational restructuring, and market analysis to improve business performance. By combining industry expertise with localized Outer Banks market knowledge, we deliver strategic guidance for long-term financial success.
People
Richard B. Mizelle, Jr.
Managing Partner
Specializes in estate planning and tax preparation with 35+ years of experience. Graduated from Old Dominion University in 1978 and joined the firm in 1986. Licensed CPA in North Carolina since 1986.
Richard D. Straub
Partner
Focuses on tax planning and small business consulting. Joined the firm in 1989, became partner in 1996. Holds NC CPA license #18275. Specializes in homeowner association accounting and business consulting.
George Consolvo
Partner
Provides corporate and individual tax services. Joined in 2003, became partner in 2017. NC CPA license #34779 holder with expertise in multi-entity tax planning and Outer Banks business consulting.
Jonathan Dail
CPA
Auditing and taxation specialist with 15+ years of experience. Joined in 2005 after completing his Masters at James Madison University. NC CPA license #34941 holder with focus on complex tax compliance.
Christine Eckloff-Vassos
CPA
Brings 25+ years of CPA experience from Washington DC. Joined in 2022, specializing in corporate taxation and financial planning. NC CPA license #33707 holder with expertise in multi-jurisdictional tax compliance.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-service accounting including financial statements, bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning, and QuickBooks implementation for individuals and businesses in North Carolina.
Do you specialize in any particular industries?
While serving diverse clients, we have particular expertise in small business consulting, homeowner associations, and Outer Banks-specific financial needs.
How do you handle tax compliance for businesses?
Our tax services include entity selection, compliance management, credit identification, and federal/state filing to ensure regulatory adherence while optimizing tax positions.
Can you help with QuickBooks setup and training?
As QuickBooks Pro Advisors, we offer software configuration, staff training, and system integration tailored to your business operations and reporting needs.
What are your office hours?
Regular hours are Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM-5 PM, Friday 9 AM-1 PM. Extended hours available during tax season for client convenience.