Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting and Tax Solutions in Louisville
Ackerman CPAs is a full-service CPA firm dedicated to empowering Louisville businesses and individuals through proactive tax strategy and stress-free accounting solutions. Founded on principles of integrity, honesty, and trust, we prioritize long-term client relationships over transactional interactions, ensuring personalized support year-round. Our team combines technical expertise with innovative technology to deliver reliable financial guidance tailored to each client's unique needs.With decades of combined experience, including work at Big 4 firms and regional practices, we specialize in simplifying complex tax and accounting challenges for businesses ranging from startups to established enterprises. Our commitment to environmental responsibility through paperless operations complements our mission to provide both professional excellence and community stewardship.
Services
Tax Preparation
Financial Statements
Bookkeeping
Tax Consulting
Accounting Services
Monthly Reconciliations
Tax Planning
Highlights and features
- We maintain year-round client relationships for continuous financial guidance
- Our team includes Certified Public Accountants with Big 4 firm experience
- We implement paperless technology for efficiency and environmental responsibility
- Our proactive tax planning identifies legal savings opportunities throughout the year
- We provide tailored financial analysis to improve business operations
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
What people say
Knowledgeable
Honest
Transparent
Prompt service
Superior knowledge
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive tax preparation for businesses and individuals, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Our CPAs identify legal deductions to maximize savings while maintaining accuracy. Clients receive year-round support to address tax questions beyond seasonal deadlines.
Financial Statements
Our CPA services include preparing audited financial statements and analyzing key performance indicators. We help businesses meet bank requirements while providing actionable insights for operational improvements through detailed financial pattern analysis.
Bookkeeping
We manage complete bookkeeping solutions including accounts payable/receivable and cash flow tracking. Our system ensures accurate records for informed business decisions while saving clients time through outsourced accounting expertise.
Tax Consulting
Our proactive tax consulting identifies savings opportunities through regulatory changes and business-specific strategies. We provide ongoing guidance to navigate complex tax codes and optimize financial planning for both corporate and personal returns.
Monthly Reconciliations
We offer monthly account reconciliation services for businesses maintaining in-house bookkeeping. This ensures accuracy in financial records and early detection of discrepancies through systematic verification processes.
People
John Ackerman
Founder & CPA
Certified Public Accountant with Big 4 firm experience, adjunct tax professor, and Louisville Business First 20 People to Know in Accounting. Hosts Drunken Money podcast and holds multiple industry awards.
Alyssa Ackerman
Certified Public Accountant
CPA with experience in multi-state business taxation and high-wealth individual accounting. Passed all CPA exam sections on first attempt during college.
Chris Lowry
CPA Candidate
Economics graduate with accounting certificate, currently completing CPA exam. Brings diverse experience from regional firms and professional sports organizations.
Sherry Joseph
Office Manager
Certified Notary Public with extensive corporate administrative experience. Manages office operations and client services with over 20 years of professional management background.
Cheryl Duckett
Client Accounting Specialist
Xero and QuickBooks certified specialist with decades of bookkeeping experience. Provides technical expertise for accounting software implementation and client support.
Questions
Do you outsource any of your work to other countries?
No, all services are performed by our Kentucky-based team members.
What differentiates a CPA from a regular accountant?
CPAs complete 150 college credit hours, pass rigorous exams, and maintain continuing education and ethical standards.
What business sizes do you typically serve?
We specialize in businesses with $500k to $20M revenue operating in Kentucky and surrounding states.
How are your services priced?
Engagements are fixed-fee or hourly, with minimums starting at $1,500 for individual tax preparation.
What accounting software do you support?
We work with Xero, QuickBooks Online, and provide certified specialist support for client systems.
