Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Tax Services in Newport News, VA
Since 1967, Burks' Bookkeeping & Tax Service has provided personalized accounting solutions to individuals and businesses across the Virginia peninsula. Our team of experienced professionals offers tailored tax preparation, payroll processing, and financial reporting services designed to meet diverse client needs. We distinguish ourselves through long-term client relationships, with preparers maintaining continuity year after year while adapting to evolving tax requirements. Our 125-year collective experience is complemented by annual continuing education to stay current with tax law changes. We serve a comprehensive range of clients including individuals, corporations, nonprofits, and estate trusts while maintaining our commitment to personalized service.Our accounting services extend beyond basic recordkeeping to include strategic tax planning through profit analysis and regulatory compliance reporting. We handle complex filings for federal, state, and local jurisdictions while providing localized expertise through our Newport News-based team. Our payroll bureau streamlines tax reporting and remittance services with flexible processing options for businesses of all sizes. While specializing in trust and estate returns, we maintain rigorous standards for accuracy across all service areas. Our approach combines technical expertise with personalized attention to support clients' financial success across multiple generations.
Services
Tax Preparation
Payroll Services
Accounting Services
Bookkeeping
Trust & Estate Returns
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- 125 years combined experience in tax preparation services
- Maintain continuity with same preparer year after year
- Annual continuing education for all preparers on tax law changes
- Offer same-day payroll processing with multiple payment options
- Specialize in complex trust and estate tax filings locally
Associations and certifications
- IRS
Services
Tax Preparation Service
We offer comprehensive tax preparation for individuals, businesses, and estates with personalized service from experienced professionals. Our team maintains continuity through annual preparer relationships while adapting to changing client needs. Specialized expertise in trust and estate returns combines with regular continuing education to ensure accurate filings.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll bureau manages complete payroll solutions including direct deposit, pay cards, and regulatory reporting. Flexible processing options accommodate business needs with same-day service available for urgent requirements. We handle federal, state, and local tax filings along with year-end W-2 processing.
Accounting Services
Monthly and quarterly accounting services support small businesses with financial statement preparation and regulatory compliance reporting. We provide profit analysis, bank reconciliations, and tax planning tools tailored to business-specific requirements while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Bookkeeping
Full-service bookkeeping solutions handle accounts payable/receivable and regulatory reporting. Our services prepare businesses for tax season through accurate financial record maintenance. We specialize in adapting our approach to match each business's unique operational structure and complexity.
Trust & Estate Returns
Specialized trust and estate tax return preparation combines with personalized service from dedicated professionals. Our expertise covers complex filings while maintaining compliance with evolving tax regulations. This service benefits from our extensive continuing education program for tax preparers.
People
Jerry Burks
Chief Executive Officer
Graduated Virginia Tech 1966 with BS in Accounting. Former comptroller for Wornoms drug stores. IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer since 2012. Specializes in nonprofit returns with 30+ years Masonic involvement.
Stephanie Burks-Sarris
Chief Financial Officer
BA in History from CNU. Office Manager since 1998 with Trust and Estate tax specialization. Life-long Tidewater resident. Volunteer with two animal rescue organizations. IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer since 2012.
Jennifer Sunders
Chief Operating Officer
Associate Degree in Accounting, Thomas Nelson Community College. Payroll Manager with American Payroll Association membership. Girl Scout leader for 12 years. IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer since 2012.
Jim Sarris
Technical & IT Services
Former structural and computer engineer. Manages IT department and document security since 2012. Military family background. Enjoys Harley Davidson riding and science fiction reading.
Questions
What tax services do you offer?
We prepare individual, business, nonprofit, trust, and estate tax returns with personalized service from experienced preparers.
Do you handle payroll processing?
Yes, we offer payroll services including direct deposit, pay cards, regulatory reporting, and W-2 processing with flexible scheduling options.
How long have you been in business?
Since 1967, providing continuous accounting and tax services to the Virginia peninsula with experienced professionals.
What accounting services are available?
We provide monthly/quarterly accounting services with financial statements, bank reconciliations, and regulatory reporting tailored to business needs.
Are your preparers certified?
All tax preparers hold IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer credentials with annual continuing education requirements.
