Business Details
Virtual Portland CPA Services for Small Businesses
Garland R Taylor, CPA, PC has served Portland metro area small businesses for over 25 years, providing personalized accounting and tax solutions tailored to sole proprietors and single-member LLCs. Our virtual services eliminate travel and in-person meetings through secure online portals, email, and phone consultations, ensuring convenience without compromising expertise. As a former Big-8 CPA firm professional and longtime member of the American Institute of CPAs, I personally handle every client account, offering direct access to my 25+ years of experience in tax preparation, business consulting, and computerized accounting systems. We specialize in complex personal and business tax returns for Portland-based entrepreneurs, with a focus on Schedule C filers who require in-depth financial guidance.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through annual 40-hour continuing education requirements and a client-centric approach that prioritizes practical solutions over generic advice. While we currently limit new clients to ensure service excellence, our virtual platform allows seamless collaboration with Portland-area business owners who value personalized attention. As a 100% veteran-owned firm, we combine military discipline with local knowledge to deliver accounting services that support small business growth and compliance.
Services
Tax preparation
Business consulting
Bookkeeping services
QuickBooks support
Tax planning
New business setup
Virtual CPA services
Schedule C returns
Corporate tax filing
Tax strategy
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of Portland small business tax expertise
- Direct CPA access with no junior staff involvement
- Specialized in complex Schedule C tax returns
- 100% veteran-owned accounting practice
- Virtual services eliminating travel requirements
What people say
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Impressed with knowledge
Personalized attention
Practical solutions
Services
Virtual Tax Preparation
Secure virtual tax preparation for Portland small businesses and sole proprietors. Utilizing encrypted portals and digital communication to complete Schedule C returns, personal/business tax filings, and corporate tax forms without in-person meetings. Services include year-round support for tax-related questions.
Business Consulting
Tailored business consulting for new Portland entrepreneurs. Covers entity selection, accounting system setup, and financial strategy. Includes 90-minute initial consultation for new business owners navigating tax obligations and operational requirements in Oregon's regulatory environment.
QuickBooks Support
Comprehensive QuickBooks consulting for tax clients. Features quarterly financial statement preparation, transaction categorization, and system optimization. Focuses on cash-basis accounting for small businesses without accounts receivable/payable tracking or payroll processing.
Tax Planning Services
Proactive tax planning for Portland business owners. Includes quarterly tax projections, deduction optimization, and compliance strategy. Designed for Schedule C filers needing ongoing tax position management and Oregon-specific filing requirements.
Corporate Tax Filing
Specialized corporate tax services for multi-member LLCs, partnerships, and S/C corporations. Covers complex business structures with starting fees for basic filings and additional charges for financial statement adjustments or tax controversy resolution in Portland metro area businesses.
People
Garland Taylor
CPA & President
Oregon CPA with 25+ years serving Portland small businesses. Former Big-8 firm professional, Oregon State accounting graduate, and 100% USAF veteran. Provides direct client service with virtual tax expertise and local business knowledge.
Questions
What virtual tax services do you offer?
We provide fully virtual tax preparation, bookkeeping, and consulting through secure portals, email, and phone. No in-person meetings required for Portland metro area small businesses and sole proprietors.
Do you accept new clients?
Currently limiting new clients to sole proprietors and single-member LLCs filing Schedule C. Check website for current availability updates as capacity changes throughout the year.
What tax services are excluded?
We don't handle simple W-2 returns without business activity or standalone rental property tax work. Our focus remains on active Portland small business owners with complex tax situations.
How are fees structured?
Starting fees apply for basic returns with minimum complexity. Typical ranges shown for Schedule C ($1,000–2,000) and corporate returns ($2,500–5,000) with written quotes provided before work begins.
What experience do you have?
25+ years as Portland CPA with former Big-8 firm experience (Coopers & Lybrand). BS in accounting from Oregon State with computer science minor. 100% veteran-owned practice serving local businesses since establishment.
How do consultations work?
Direct CPA access via phone/email with 5-10 minute answers at no charge. Tax clients receive monthly newsletters and year-end planning emails as part of ongoing support services.
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