Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Metairie, LA
Gary Radelat CPA has been dedicated to providing personalized accounting and tax services since 1973. Our firm distinguishes itself by taking a proactive approach to tax planning and financial consulting, focusing on understanding each client's unique circumstances to deliver tailored solutions. With over four decades of experience, we combine deep expertise in tax code compliance with strategic business analysis to help clients minimize liabilities and optimize financial performance. Our team of certified professionals prioritizes building long-term relationships, offering year-round guidance on accounting, payroll processing, and business consulting.We specialize in transforming complex financial data into actionable insights, enabling businesses to monitor operations, implement growth strategies, and maintain compliance. Our commitment to excellence extends to individual tax preparation, where we meticulously identify deductions while educating clients on tax-saving practices. By maintaining a client-centric philosophy, we ensure that both small businesses and individuals receive the specialized attention needed to achieve their financial goals.
Services
Business Consulting
Tax Services
Payroll Services
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Individual Tax Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in personalized tax planning and accounting services
- Our team provides proactive business analysis and strategic financial consulting
- We specialize in transforming complex financial data into actionable business insights
- Our firm offers comprehensive QuickBooks setup and training services
- We provide free preliminary consultations to understand client needs
Services
Business Consulting
Our business consulting services help clients optimize operations through financial data analysis and strategic planning. We assist with entity selection, tax ID registration, and accounting system implementation. By examining financial trends and profit centers, we develop growth strategies that align with each business's unique needs while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Tax Services
We provide comprehensive tax solutions including preparation, planning, and consulting for businesses and individuals. Our proactive approach involves year-round tax strategy development, entity selection analysis, and identification of all available deductions. We specialize in minimizing tax liabilities through strategic timing of business transactions and compliance with evolving tax regulations.
Payroll Services
Our payroll services handle all aspects of employee compensation including tax withholding calculations, direct deposits, and regulatory filings. We offer both comprehensive payroll processing and after-the-fact services for businesses that manage their own payroll. Our solutions include W-2/1099 preparation, new hire reporting, and resolution of payroll tax notices from government agencies.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
We provide full-service accounting outsourcing including financial statement preparation, system setup, and year-end closing assistance. Our services help businesses maintain accurate records for decision-making, loan applications, and tax purposes. We also offer QuickBooks implementation and training to ensure proper accounting system functionality for long-term success.
Individual Tax Preparation
Our individual tax preparation focuses on maximizing deductions while ensuring compliance with complex tax codes. We analyze each client's unique financial situation to identify savings opportunities and provide year-round tax planning advice. Our CPAs help clients understand tax implications of financial decisions and maintain proper documentation for future tax filings.
People
Gary Radelat, Sr.
Founder & Partner
Certified Public Accountant with 40+ years experience in tax planning and business consulting. Graduated cum laude from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1971. Specializes in strategic financial planning for businesses and individuals while maintaining a client-focused approach to accounting services.
Gary Radelat, Jr.
Partner
Certified Public Accountant since 2006 with nearly 20 years at the firm. Graduated from University of New Orleans with accounting degree. Focuses on business consulting and tax strategy while developing next-generation financial solutions for clients across multiple industries.
Darlene Radelat
Office Manager
Office manager with extensive experience in accounting and client relations. Provides essential support in tax preparation and financial services while maintaining the firm's operational efficiency through her organizational expertise and client-focused approach.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide full-service bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and QuickBooks setup/training to help small businesses maintain accurate financial records.
How do you help businesses with tax planning throughout the year?
Our proactive tax planning includes quarterly projections, entity selection guidance, and strategic timing of business transactions to minimize tax liabilities.
What payroll services are available for businesses?
We offer comprehensive payroll processing, tax deposits, W-2/1099 preparation, and after-the-fact payroll services tailored to business needs.
How do you assist with new business formation?
We help clients choose appropriate business structures, obtain necessary tax IDs, register with government agencies, and establish accounting systems.
What makes your tax preparation different from online services?
Our CPAs provide personalized tax analysis, identify industry-specific deductions, and offer year-round tax strategy advice unlike automated online platforms.
