Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Cloud Accounting Solutions
Established in 2010, Palmer CPA operates as a full-service accounting firm dedicated to delivering technology-driven financial solutions. Our expertise combines certified public accounting proficiency with cloud-based systems to address accounting, payroll, and compliance challenges for nonprofit organizations and small businesses. With a relationship-driven approach, we prioritize personalized service built on trust, offering tailored strategies to support organizational growth. Our team specializes in nonprofit accounting, leveraging decades of industry-specific experience to streamline financial operations and regulatory compliance. By automating processes through Xero, Gusto, and Bill.com integrations, we enhance accuracy while reducing administrative burdens.As active members of the AICPA and GSCPA, we maintain rigorous professional standards while providing advisory services spanning tax planning, audit preparation, and CFO-level strategic guidance. Our mission remains focused on empowering clients to concentrate on core operations while we manage complex financial workflows.
Services
Cloud Accounting
Payroll Processing
Tax Compliance
Nonprofit Accounting
Financial Audits
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of nonprofit accounting expertise from our founding CPA
- Our cloud technology integrations automate financial workflows for efficiency
- Specialized compliance services address nonprofit tax regulation complexities
- Personalized advisory approach maintains focus on client organizational missions
- Comprehensive service suite covers accounting, payroll, and strategic planning
Services
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting services integrate modern technology platforms to streamline financial management processes. This solution enables real-time data access, automated reconciliations, and secure document sharing while maintaining GAAP compliance. Clients benefit from improved accuracy in daily accounting entries, month-end closures, and financial reporting.
Payroll Processing
We offer comprehensive payroll management covering salary disbursements, tax withholdings, and regulatory filings. Our system handles wage payments, 1099 reporting, and compliance documentation while ensuring adherence to changing labor regulations. This service includes HR consultation for employee management issues.
Nonprofit Accounting
Specialized accounting solutions address nonprofit-specific requirements including grant tracking, donor reporting, and unrelated business income tax calculations. Our team maintains expertise in Form 990 preparation and compliance with charitable solicitation laws for Georgia organizations.
Financial Audits
We conduct thorough financial statement audits and reviews required for regulatory compliance or grant agreements. Our CPAs examine internal controls, verify financial records, and provide recommendations to strengthen organizational accountability and transparency.
Tax Planning
Proactive tax planning services identify legitimate savings opportunities while ensuring compliance. We analyze organizational structure, revenue streams, and expense allocations to optimize tax positions for both nonprofit and for-profit entities throughout their fiscal cycles.
People
Rick Palmer
Founder/CPA
With 20+ years of nonprofit accounting experience, Rick Palmer established this firm to combine CPA expertise with cloud technology solutions. Formerly an auditor for religious organizations, he specializes in tax compliance, financial reporting, and strategic advisory services for Georgia nonprofits.
Questions
What accounting services do you specialize in for nonprofits?
We provide complete nonprofit accounting solutions including daily transactions, monthly reporting, tax compliance, and audit preparation tailored to sector-specific regulations.
How does your cloud accounting technology benefit organizations?
Our Xero-integrated systems enable real-time financial tracking, automated reconciliations, and secure document sharing to improve accuracy and decision-making efficiency.
Do you handle payroll tax compliance for Georgia businesses?
Yes, we manage complete payroll processing including state/federal tax filings, W-2 generation, and compliance reporting for Georgia-based organizations.
What advisory services accompany your accounting solutions?
Clients receive strategic guidance on budgeting, cash flow management, tax planning, and organizational growth strategies from our CPA team.
