Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Grand Rapids
Corey Murphy & Harber PC has served Grand Rapids and surrounding communities since 2006, delivering quality accounting and tax services tailored to individual and business needs. Our team of certified public accountants brings over 55 years of combined experience in public accounting, specializing in small to medium-sized businesses across diverse industries. We prioritize year-round client relationships, combining technical expertise with personalized service to ensure compliance, maximize returns, and meet evolving financial demands. Our partners hold deep local knowledge, having spent their careers in Western Michigan, and focus on tax planning, financial statement preparation, and accounting solutions for closely held businesses. We maintain rigorous professional standards, adhering to ethical guidelines and industry best practices while fostering transparency and trust.Our administrative team supports seamless operations, ensuring timely and accurate service delivery. Clients benefit from our specialized focus on industries like retail, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing, with services spanning tax compliance, payroll reporting, and QuickBooks implementation. We emphasize proactive planning to eliminate tax-time surprises and provide ongoing advisory support to help clients achieve long-term financial goals. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client retention and the depth of expertise our team offers. By maintaining a boutique firm structure, we ensure direct access to partners and customized solutions for every client.
Services
Tax preparation
QuickBooks consulting
Financial statements
Payroll tax reporting
Income tax planning
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Over 55 years of combined CPA experience serving Western Michigan businesses
- Specialized expertise in tax compliance and planning for SMBs
- Year-round personalized service with direct partner access
- Industry-specific knowledge in construction, healthcare, and manufacturing
- Proven track record of client retention through tailored solutions
Services
Tax preparation
We prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, LLCs, C Corps, and S Corps. Our CPAs ensure compliance while optimizing deductions and credits. Clients receive proactive planning to avoid surprises and maximize refunds.
QuickBooks consulting
Our experts implement and optimize QuickBooks systems for businesses. We provide training, data migration, and process automation to improve financial tracking and reporting efficiency for growing companies.
Financial statements
We prepare compiled and reviewed financial statements meeting GAAP standards. Services include balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analysis to support business decision-making and lending requirements.
Payroll tax reporting
We manage payroll tax calculations, filings, and compliance for businesses. Our system ensures accurate employee payments, tax withholdings, and quarterly reporting to federal and state agencies.
Income tax planning
We develop year-round tax strategies to minimize liabilities for businesses and individuals. Services include entity selection, expense timing, and retirement planning to optimize long-term financial outcomes.
People
Donald C. Corey
Partner
Donald Corey has 25+ years of public accounting experience, specializing in tax compliance and planning for Western Michigan businesses. A Hope College graduate, he focuses on service, retail, construction, and manufacturing industries.
Thomas M. Murphy
Partner
Thomas Murphy brings 30+ years of expertise in tax and financial reporting for SMBs. As an Aquinas College graduate, he serves medical practices and manufacturers, emphasizing compliance and strategic financial planning.
Linda E. Harber
Partner
Linda Harber specializes in financial statement preparation and bookkeeping for closely held businesses. With 30+ years of experience, she provides accounting solutions across diverse industries at Corey Murphy & Harber PC.
Lise C. Byers
Administrative Assistant
Lise Byers supports firm operations with four years of administrative experience. She manages client communications and office logistics, ensuring efficient service delivery for Corey Murphy & Harber PC clients.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax preparation, financial statements, payroll reporting, and QuickBooks implementation tailored to small business needs.
How do you handle tax planning for individuals?
Our CPAs develop personalized strategies to minimize tax liabilities through legal deductions, retirement planning, and income optimization techniques.
Can you assist with QuickBooks setup for new businesses?
Yes, we offer full QuickBooks consulting including software installation, chart of accounts setup, and staff training for seamless financial management.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on construction, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and professional services with customized accounting solutions for each sector.
How do you ensure client confidentiality?
We maintain strict data security protocols and professional ethics to protect all client financial information and tax documents.
