Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in California
Brown Armstrong Accountancy Corporation has been serving clients across California since 1974, delivering personalized accounting solutions tailored to individual and business needs. Our team of certified professionals prioritizes client relationships, treating each client as our sole focus to ensure exceptional service. With expertise in tax preparation, assurance services, and consulting, we specialize in industries including agriculture, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. Our commitment to continuous education ensures compliance with evolving financial regulations, while our local presence in Bakersfield, Stockton, and Fresno allows us to address regional market demands effectively.Recognized as one of California's fastest-growing firms, we combine strategic planning with technical proficiency to help clients achieve long-term success. Our core values of accountability, respect, teamwork, and trust underpin every interaction, fostering lifelong partnerships. By maintaining transparency and adhering to the highest ethical standards, we position ourselves as a reliable partner for financial management. Over four decades, our approach has remained unchanged: delivering customized solutions that prioritize client satisfaction above all else.
Services
Tax Preparation
Audit Services
Business Consulting
Nonprofit Accounting
Estate Planning
Compliance Audits
Financial Consulting
IRS Representation
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized service treating each client as our sole focus.
- Our team specializes in niche industries like agriculture and healthcare.
- CPAs participate in biennial continuing education for regulatory compliance.
- Established in 1974, we combine decades of local market expertise.
- Offices in Bakersfield, Stockton, and Fresno ensure statewide accessibility.
What people say
Exceptional and professional service
Responsive and thorough team
Knowledgeable about nonprofit needs
Deliver work on time
Helpful year-round support
Services
Tax Preparation
Brown Armstrong offers comprehensive individual and business tax preparation services tailored to California's regulatory landscape. Our CPAs stay current with evolving tax codes to ensure compliance while optimizing deductions. Clients receive personalized guidance for both routine filings and complex corporate tax strategies, with specialized expertise in agriculture, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors.
Audit Services
Our assurance team conducts thorough financial audits and compliance examinations for businesses and government entities. Services include annual financial statement audits, Sarbanes-Oxley consulting, and efficiency evaluations. With decades of experience since 1974, we ensure accurate reporting that meets regulatory standards while providing actionable insights for organizational improvement.
Business Consulting
We provide strategic consulting services covering accounting system implementation, compliance measures, and growth planning. Our consultants combine industry-specific knowledge with practical solutions for businesses seeking to go public or improve operations. The team's expertise spans tax implications, financial health analysis, and customized business strategy development.
Nonprofit Accounting
Specialized accounting solutions for nonprofit organizations include compliance audits, tax filings, and financial reporting tailored to sector-specific requirements. Our team understands the unique challenges faced by nonprofits, offering ongoing support that extends beyond annual audits to include year-round advisory services and regulatory compliance.
Estate Planning
Brown Armstrong provides estate and trust administration services with a focus on tax efficiency and legal compliance. Our professionals assist clients with estate planning strategies that minimize tax liabilities while ensuring proper asset distribution. Services include preparation of estate tax returns and ongoing consultation for complex inheritance matters.
People
Ryan L. Nielsen
Managing Partner
Ryan L. Nielsen leads Brown Armstrong's Bakersfield office with over 20 years of accounting experience. He specializes in public sector accounting and oversees strategic firm growth while maintaining hands-on client service.
Andrew J. Paulden
Partner
Andrew J. Paulden brings expertise in tax compliance and consulting services to Brown Armstrong's Bakersfield office. With extensive experience in corporate taxation, he focuses on delivering customized solutions for businesses across multiple industries.
Clint W. Baird
Partner
Clint W. Baird specializes in audit and assurance services at Brown Armstrong. His experience includes financial statement audits and compliance examinations for public sector entities and nonprofit organizations in California.
Charlie McCarthy
Partner
Charlie McCarthy provides consulting services at Brown Armstrong, focusing on business process improvements and regulatory compliance. He works closely with clients to develop operational efficiencies and strategic financial planning solutions.
Lindsey B. Zimmerman
Partner
Lindsey B. Zimmerman specializes in tax services at Brown Armstrong, assisting both individuals and businesses with complex tax planning strategies. Her expertise includes nonprofit tax compliance and multi-jurisdictional tax filings.
Questions
What industries does Brown Armstrong specialize in?
We specialize in agriculture, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, public sector/municipalities, and oil/energy industries with tailored accounting solutions.
How long has Brown Armstrong been in business?
Since 1974, we've provided accounting services across California, building decades-long relationships with clients in various industries.
Do you offer services beyond basic accounting?
Yes, we provide tax planning, audit services, business consulting, estate planning, and industry-specific advisory services beyond standard accounting functions.
Are your CPAs certified and up-to-date?
All our CPAs complete biennial continuing education to maintain certifications and stay current with evolving financial regulations.
How do you handle changing tax laws?
Our tax professionals attend seminars, read industry journals, and consult with peers to ensure compliance with the latest tax code changes.
Where are your offices located?
We have offices in Bakersfield, Fresno, and Stockton, California, serving clients statewide with local market expertise.
