Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Accounting & Tax Services in Southwest Florida
Briers CPA is a full-service accounting firm serving Southwest Florida since 2007. Our practice was founded by Mike Briers and Tom Briers, both seasoned Certified Public Accountants with extensive domestic and international experience. We specialize in providing comprehensive accounting, tax planning, and business consulting services tailored to the unique needs of individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses of all sizes. Our team combines big-firm expertise with a personalized approach to help clients achieve financial success through strategic planning, proactive tax management, and sound business advice.With over 65 years of combined experience, we offer specialized services in business start-up assistance, CFO advisory, financial reporting, and estate tax planning. Our commitment to integrity, family values, and client relationships drives our approach to delivering exceptional service that helps clients keep more of what they earn while building long-term financial security.
Services
Tax Planning
CFO Services
Business Consulting
Accounting
Financial Reporting
Estate Tax Planning
Entity Selection
Nonprofit Compliance
Merger Tax Support
International Tax
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of domestic and international accounting experience
- Our team includes CPAs accredited in business valuation by the AICPA
- We offer proactive tax strategies tailored to individual business needs
- Our personalized service is rooted in family values and integrity
- We provide comprehensive CFO advisory services for small and mid-sized businesses
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
Services
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning services help individuals and businesses minimize tax liabilities while maximizing financial opportunities. We provide federal, state, and international tax consulting, estate planning, and compliance services tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our team stays current with evolving tax regulations to ensure optimal tax efficiencies throughout the year.
CFO Services
We offer experienced CFO advisory services for small and mid-sized businesses needing strategic financial leadership. Our services include long-range planning, financial reporting, profitability optimization, regulatory compliance, and technology implementation. We help businesses improve internal controls, manage cash flow, and develop growth strategies that drive sustainable success.
Business Consulting
Our business consulting services focus on helping entrepreneurs and established companies achieve growth through strategic planning, succession preparation, and operational improvements. We provide merger and acquisition guidance, profit maximization strategies, and capital structure analysis to help clients build business value and remain competitive in their industries.
Accounting
We deliver comprehensive accounting solutions including financial statement preparation, system implementation, internal controls development, and staff training. Our services ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and actionable business insights through tailored accounting processes that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes.
Early Stage Business
Our early stage business services assist entrepreneurs with entity selection, business planning, and capital acquisition strategies. We provide risk management guidance, employee compensation structuring, and operational framework development to help new businesses establish strong foundations while optimizing tax advantages and limiting personal liability.
People
Michael T. Briers
CPA/ABV
With 25 years of domestic and international experience, Mike provides tax and accounting expertise to individuals and businesses. He holds a Master of Accountancy degree and has worked with Ernst & Young and multinational corporations before founding Briers CPA.
Thomas B. Briers
CPA/ABV
Tom brings 40 years of global accounting and business leadership experience, including executive roles at Stewart Enterprises and a multi-office CPA firm. He specializes in business valuation and strategic financial guidance for high-net-worth clients.
Chandra L. Briers
Operations Manager
Chandra oversees the firm's daily operations and client communications. With a banking background and trust administration experience, she ensures efficient service delivery and serves as a key client resource for financial matters.
Tony Pool
Enrolled Agent
Tony contributes tax expertise and client service capabilities, working with individuals and businesses on tax compliance and planning matters. His credentials as an Enrolled Agent provide specialized federal tax representation authority.
Andres Tomas
CPA
Andres offers tax and accounting services with a Master of Science in Accounting. He works with clients on compliance, reporting, and strategic financial planning while maintaining the professional standards expected of CPA designation holders.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide financial reporting, system implementation, internal controls development, and staff training tailored to small businesses, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
How can you help with business succession planning?
Our succession planning services include strategic preparation for ownership transitions, retirement planning, and business continuity strategies to ensure smooth leadership changes while maintaining financial stability.
Do you offer international tax services?
Yes, we provide international tax consulting for individuals and businesses with cross-border tax obligations, including compliance, reporting, and strategic planning for global financial arrangements.
What CFO services are available for growing companies?
We offer CFO advisory services covering financial planning, cash flow management, technology implementation, and strategic growth planning to help mid-sized businesses optimize financial performance and scalability.
Can you assist with Florida domicile declaration?
Yes, we provide guidance on establishing Florida domicile, including property requirements, address changes, license updates, and other steps to ensure proper tax residency status.
What nonprofit tax services do you offer?
We assist nonprofits with tax compliance, exemption filings, and reporting requirements, ensuring organizations maintain their exempt status while meeting all regulatory obligations.
