Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted CPA & Tax Advisors in Akron, Ohio
Seikel & Company & Company has been dedicated to building lasting partnerships with clients since 1996, providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and business advisory services tailored to individual and business needs. Our Akron-based team prioritizes open communication, personalized attention, and technical expertise to help clients achieve financial success. With decades of combined experience, our CPAs and tax professionals deliver proactive solutions for tax planning, business growth, and retirement strategies. We distinguish ourselves through a client-first philosophy, assigning dedicated staff to each client relationship to ensure continuity and deep understanding of unique financial situations.Our reputation for excellence, reflected in consistent client referrals, underscores our commitment to quality service and community engagement. By leveraging advanced technology and continuous professional development, we maintain the highest standards of accuracy and compliance while fostering trust through transparent, ethical practices.
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Tax Planning
Personal Financial Planning
Consulting Services
Business Tax Returns
Payroll Services
Financial Statements
Tax Preparation
Estate Planning
Business Valuations
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized tax planning with over 25 years of local expertise.
- Our dedicated staff provides one-on-one accounting support for every client.
- Proactive tax strategies minimize liabilities using up-to-date legislative knowledge.
- Client referrals reflect our consistent track record of financial success stories.
- We combine advanced technology with hands-on, transparent financial management.
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Our bookkeeping services ensure accurate, timely financial records to streamline business operations. We handle ledger maintenance, payroll processing, and financial statement preparation for businesses of all sizes. Clients benefit from organized systems that improve decision-making and tax compliance.
Tax Planning
Proactive tax planning identifies opportunities to minimize liabilities while maximizing savings. We specialize in individual, corporate, and estate tax strategies aligned with evolving legislation. Our approach ensures compliance while optimizing financial outcomes for long-term success.
Business Valuations
We provide precise business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, or succession planning. Our analysis considers market conditions, financial performance, and growth potential to deliver actionable insights for informed business decisions.
Payroll Services
Comprehensive payroll solutions include tax withholding calculations, compliance reporting, and direct deposit management. Our services reduce administrative burdens while ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations for businesses of all sizes.
Consulting Services
Our consulting services address operational challenges through strategic analysis and customized solutions. We assist with software implementation, entity structure decisions, and financial forecasting to enhance profitability and sustainable growth for clients.
People
Lewis A. Seikel, III
Director and President
CPA with 12+ years in tax management and auditing. Master of Taxation from University of Akron. Former OSCPA committee member. Active in local community organizations and church leadership.
Lesli Berry
Administrative Assistant
16-year firm veteran managing tax collation and office operations. Holds business administration and word processing degrees. Former Deloitte professional with expertise in Trackker systems and IT coordination.
Debi Krites
Staff Accountant
30+ years accounting experience. Specializes in tax preparation for individuals, corporations, and nonprofits. Active community volunteer with expertise in financial statement preparation and payroll tax compliance.
Carolyn Hawkins
Staff Accountant
University of Akron graduate with dual degrees. Former international administrator and nuclear medicine technologist. Combines healthcare and accounting expertise to serve diverse client needs during tax seasons.
Jane Casey
Staff Accountant
15+ years with firm. BS in Business Administration from University of Akron. Expertise in solving complex accounting puzzles for businesses and nonprofits. Active church volunteer and book club member.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll processing, business tax returns, financial statements, and consulting services tailored to small business needs in Akron and Northeast Ohio.
Do you serve clients outside of Ohio?
Yes, while based in Akron, we serve clients across the United States through secure digital communication and cloud-based accounting platforms.
How do you stay updated on tax law changes?
Our team participates in ongoing professional education and monitors legislative updates year-round to provide accurate, proactive tax planning solutions.
Can you help with personal financial planning?
Yes, we offer budgeting, retirement planning, and debt management services to help individuals achieve long-term financial goals through personalized strategies.
What makes your firm different from large accounting companies?
We provide dedicated one-on-one service with direct access to experienced CPAs, combining personalized attention with technical expertise for every client relationship.
