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Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Murrells Inlet, SC
Stephen T Evans, PA is a full-service accounting firm with over thirty-three years of experience serving individuals and businesses. We specialize in tax preparation, financial planning, and consulting services, offering competitive pricing for both simple and complex returns. Our expertise extends to QuickBooks support, payroll processing, and business advisory services, with a focus on helping clients optimize profitability and efficiency.We provide personalized financial strategies tailored to retirement, estate, and college planning goals. Our commitment to timely communication ensures all client inquiries are addressed the same day. Located in Murrells Inlet, SC, we serve the Grand Strand region with complimentary initial consultations and free tax return quotes.
Services
Tax Preparation
Financial Planning
QuickBooks Support
Payroll Processing
Business Consulting
Retirement Plan Assistance
Legal Support Services
Lending Assistance
Financial Statement Preparation
Bookkeeping Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 33+ years of accounting and tax expertise tailored to individual and business needs.
- Our fees are competitive with non-certified firms for standard tax preparation services.
- We provide complimentary initial consultations and free tax return quotes.
- Our team handles complex tax code requirements and offers year-round financial planning.
- We guarantee same-day phone call responses for all client inquiries.
Associations and certifications
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare individual and business tax returns for simple and complex scenarios, utilizing electronic filing and direct deposit for refunds. Our CPA expertise ensures maximum deductions while complying with federal and state tax laws. Services include year-end planning, prior-year comparisons, and handling audits or special tax situations.
Financial Planning
Our firm develops personalized financial plans covering retirement, estate, and college savings goals. We analyze clients' financial status to create strategies that minimize tax liabilities and optimize long-term wealth. Services include cash flow analysis, investment guidance, and tax-efficient planning tailored to individual circumstances.
QuickBooks Support
As Certified QuickBooks Advisors, we provide software installation, customized setup, and training for businesses. Our support includes troubleshooting, data migration, and integration with payroll systems. We offer on-site visits, remote assistance, and phone support to ensure efficient accounting operations for small to mid-sized businesses.
Payroll Processing
We manage complete payroll cycles for businesses, including check printing, tax deposits, and quarterly/annual filings. Our services cover W-2 preparation, direct deposit setup, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Clients can submit payroll data via email, fax, or phone for streamlined processing.
Business Consulting
Our consulting services focus on improving business profitability through financial analysis, tax optimization, and operational efficiency. We assist with entity selection, loan package preparation, and strategic planning while offering periodic seminars on tax law changes and industry developments to keep clients informed.
People
Stephen T. Evans, CPA
Certified Public Accountant
Stephen T. Evans founded his CPA practice in 1996 after graduating from Coastal Carolina University in 1985. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in tax strategy, financial planning, and business consulting while maintaining a client-focused approach that emphasizes personal attention and timely communication.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We provide financial statements, payroll processing, business tax preparation, QuickBooks support, retirement plan assistance, and consulting services tailored to your business needs.
Do you handle both simple and complex tax returns?
Yes, we prepare standard and complex individual and business tax returns with competitive pricing for straightforward cases and expert guidance for complicated situations.
What makes your firm different from other accounting services?
We combine CPA expertise with personalized service, offering same-day communication, complimentary consultations, and proactive financial planning to enhance client profitability.
How do you handle client communication and turnaround times?
We return all calls the same day and negotiate customized turnaround times for financial statements and tax returns, typically completing returns within two weeks.
Can you assist with QuickBooks setup and training?
Yes, as a Certified QuickBooks Advisor, we offer installation, training, and ongoing support for QuickBooks software in-office, on-site, or via phone.
Do you provide financial planning services beyond tax preparation?
Yes, we offer retirement, estate, and college planning strategies integrated with tax optimization to help clients achieve long-term financial goals.
