Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in Evanston, IL
Reed Accounting was founded in 2009 by Jessica Reed, a Certified Public Accountant, with a commitment to providing personalized tax and accounting solutions. Starting as a small practice serving friends and colleagues in Chicago's South Loop, we have grown to serve clients throughout the Chicago area while maintaining our focus on individual taxpayers and small businesses. Our team of experienced professionals, including CPAs and tax specialists, offers comprehensive services ranging from tax preparation and advisory support to bookkeeping, tailored to meet the unique needs of self-employed individuals, sole proprietors, and small corporations. We prioritize client relationships, leveraging decades of combined experience to deliver accurate, timely, and strategic financial guidance.Our subscription-based advisory services and flexible bookkeeping options reflect our dedication to simplifying tax and accounting processes for busy entrepreneurs. With offices in Evanston since 2012, we continue to build on our reputation for excellence, transparency, and client-centric service. Our multilingual team ensures accessibility for diverse clients, and our virtual capabilities allow us to serve clients nationwide. We remain committed to staying current with evolving tax laws and technology to provide reliable, forward-thinking solutions that help clients achieve their financial goals.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping
Tax Advisory
Small Business Returns
Individual Returns
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Our team includes CPAs with decades of combined experience in tax and accounting.
- We specialize in serving self-employed individuals and small businesses since 2009.
- Subscription-based advisory services provide year-round tax support and priority access.
- Flexible virtual and in-person options for document submission and consultations.
- Multilingual team members support English, Spanish, Hindi, and other language needs.
What people say
Top notch service
Expertise in small business taxes
Reliable and thorough
Personalized support
Knowledgeable CPAs
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare individual and business tax returns for self-employed professionals, small corporations, partnerships, and LLCs. Our services include audit protection, quarterly tax reviews, and capital gains calculations. Clients receive priority support through subscription plans.
Bookkeeping
Monthly, quarterly, or annual bookkeeping for small businesses using QuickBooks Online. Services include transaction categorization, reconciliation, and financial statement preparation. Available in tiered packages based on account volume.
Tax Advisory
Year-round tax advisory services include planning, research, and correspondence support. Subscription plans offer priority access to CPAs for tax strategy and compliance guidance throughout the year.
Small Business Returns
Specialized tax preparation for sole proprietors, S-Corps, partnerships, and multi-member LLCs. Includes entity selection assistance, annual report filings, and sales tax support tailored to business structures.
Individual Returns
Comprehensive individual tax filing for self-employed clients, students, and professionals. Services include dependent tax preparation, W-4/W-9 support, and property sale tax implications analysis.
People
Jessica Reed
Owner
CPA with experience as former Controller in Chicago and nonprofit accountant. Founded Reed Accounting in 2009 while volunteering for tax services for low-income families.
Sonja Bruggeman
Office Manager
BA in Political Science from Boston University and MA from Northwestern University. Joined Reed Accounting in 2019 after teaching and administrative roles in Evanston.
Lupe Carasco
Accounting Manager
Bachelor's in Accounting from Robert Morris University. 9 years of customer service experience and tax preparation background from Center for Economic Progress volunteer work.
Reva Ramachandran
Tax Preparer
CPA with Master's in Business Management. Public accounting experience since 2005, specializing in small business tax solutions and regulatory compliance.
Donna
Tax Reviewer
CPA and IRS Enrolled Agent since 2014/2020. Finance and accounting background with expertise in complex tax reviews and compliance matters.
Questions
Can I pay Illinois taxes online?
Yes, you can pay Illinois taxes online through the state's payment portal using a PIN.
Do self-employed individuals need quarterly tax payments?
Yes, self-employed individuals generally must pay quarterly estimated taxes to avoid penalties.
Can you prepare taxes without in-person meetings?
Yes, we accept documents via mail, email, or SmartVault for virtual tax preparation.
How do I check amended return status?
You can check amended return status through the IRS's online tracking system.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, check, bank transfers, credit cards, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Can you help with retirement account setup?
We recommend contacting Serenity Wealth Management for retirement planning services.
