Business Details
Your Trusted Tempe CPA for Tax & Financial Services
At Michael C. Scherrer CPA, we prioritize client service as the foundation of our practice. With over 25 years of experience, our firm specializes in tax planning, income tax preparation, and financial consulting for individuals and businesses, including sole proprietorships, corporations, partnerships, and trusts. Our approach emphasizes prompt communication, adherence to deadlines, and personalized attention to ensure high-quality professional standards. We collaborate with top industry professionals to deliver tailored tax and financial advice, leveraging expertise in cost segregation studies, estate planning, and business accounting services.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our relationships with clients across diverse industries, including real estate, healthcare, and construction. As a graduate of Arizona State University and a member of the Arizona Society of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs, Michael C. Scherrer brings deep technical knowledge and community engagement to every client interaction. We focus on helping clients minimize tax liabilities, maximize profitability, and achieve long-term financial goals through strategic planning and precise execution.
Services
Tax Planning and Compliance
Cost Segregation Studies
Financial and Estate Planning
Business Accounting Services
New Business Formation
Entity Selection
QuickBooks Setup
Compiled Financial Statements
Highlights and features
- We offer prompt call returns and deadline adherence.
- Our team provides personalized attention to each client.
- We maintain high-quality professional standards and technical expertise.
- We have established relationships with top professionals in various fields.
- Our team has over 100 years of combined experience.
What people say
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Effective tax strategies
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Services
Tax Planning and Compliance
Our tax planning services focus on year-round strategies to minimize liabilities and ensure compliance. We prepare returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts while leveraging deductions and credits. Clients benefit from proactive advice to align tax strategies with long-term financial goals.
Cost Segregation Studies
We conduct cost segregation studies to identify assets eligible for accelerated depreciation, reducing tax burdens for commercial property owners. This service maximizes cash flow by reallocating building costs to shorter depreciation periods under IRS guidelines.
Financial and Estate Planning
Our financial planning integrates tax strategies with estate, retirement, and investment planning to preserve wealth. We collaborate with advisors to create tailored solutions for protecting family assets and securing long-term financial stability.
Business Accounting Services
We offer accounting support for businesses, including financial statement compilation, entity selection, and QuickBooks setup. Our services help owners improve profitability, streamline operations, and navigate complex tax requirements with expert guidance.
New Business Formation
We assist entrepreneurs in selecting the optimal business structure and setting up accounting systems. This service ensures new businesses establish strong financial foundations while complying with tax and regulatory requirements from inception.
People
Michael C. Scherrer
Certified Public Accountant
Michael C. Scherrer has over 25 years of experience in accounting, tax planning, and financial consulting. A member of ASCPA and AICPA, he specializes in serving businesses and individuals while prioritizing client service and technical excellence.
Questions
What services does Michael C. Scherrer CPA offer?
We provide tax planning, compliance, cost segregation studies, financial and estate planning, business accounting services, and new business formation assistance for individuals and businesses.
How can tax planning benefit my business?
Our year-round tax planning identifies opportunities to minimize liabilities, optimize depreciation deductions, and improve cash flow through strategies like cost segregation studies.
Do you work with businesses outside Tempe?
While based in Tempe, we serve clients across Arizona and beyond, including Payson, Chino Valley, and West Jordan, Utah.
What is a cost segregation study?
A cost segregation study identifies building components that qualify for accelerated depreciation, reducing taxable income and improving cash flow for real estate owners.
