Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services for Small to Mid-Size Businesses
Clarke Public Accounting has been a trusted partner for small to mid-sized businesses since 1993. Our team of CPAs and professionals combines decades of experience with proactive strategies to deliver tailored accounting solutions. We specialize in automating financial operations, minimizing tax liabilities, and providing transparent insights that empower business owners to focus on growth. With expertise in industries like real estate, law firms, and retail, we leverage cloud-based tools like QuickBooks Online to streamline processes.Our commitment to personalized service ensures clients receive timely, actionable advice while maintaining compliance with evolving tax regulations. We measure success by our clients' ability to achieve financial clarity and operational stability.
Services
Tax Preparation
Payroll Processing
QuickBooks Online Setup
Sales Tax Compliance
Business Consulting
Financial Reporting
Payroll Tax Returns
Inventory Tracking
Time Billing Systems
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer fixed monthly pricing with no hourly billing surprises
- Our team includes QBO-certified professionals with 20+ years of experience
- Specialized expertise in real estate, law firms, and retail accounting
- Proactive tax planning minimizes year-end liabilities
- Multi-state compliance management for complex business needs
Associations and certifications
- CPA
- AICPA
- ICPAS
- QBO Certified
What people say
Fantastic tax preparation
Hands-on guidance
Quick response times
Expertise in complex returns
Professional team
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare business and individual tax returns including 1120S, 1120, 1065, and 1040 forms. Our proactive planning minimizes liabilities while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Clients receive strategic guidance to optimize deductions and credits.
Payroll Processing
Full-service payroll management handles multi-state requirements, W-2s, 941s, and direct deposits. We ensure compliance with tax withholding regulations while providing employee portals and timely tax return filings for businesses of all sizes.
QuickBooks Online Setup
Certified QBO advisors implement cloud accounting systems with 50% discounted software pricing. Services include setup, training, inventory tracking, and integration with POS systems to automate financial workflows for growing businesses.
Sales Tax Compliance
We manage multi-jurisdictional sales tax filings including Chicago, Cook County, and state-level requirements. Our expertise simplifies nexus determinations and ensures accurate reporting for e-commerce and retail operations.
Business Consulting
Monthly accounting services include KPI reporting, cash flow analysis, and strategic planning. We help businesses automate operations, track metrics, and make data-driven decisions to support growth and operational efficiency.
People
Susan J. Clarke
CPA, MST
Certified Public Accountant with 20+ years of experience specializing in small business tax strategy. Holds a Master of Science in Taxation degree and actively advises clients on financial optimization and compliance matters.
Edward Clarke
Business Partner
Former electrical engineer with 20 years in tech sales leadership. Manages firm operations and client relations while supporting technical accounting systems implementation and business development initiatives.
Questions
Do you prepare individual tax returns?
Yes, we prepare 1040 returns exclusively for our monthly business clients.
Which industries do you specialize in?
We work with real estate, law firms, retail, e-commerce, and professional services businesses.
How are your services priced?
We use fixed monthly pricing with all services included - no hourly billing.
Do you support multi-state operations?
Yes, we handle payroll, sales tax, and compliance for businesses operating across multiple states.
What accounting software do you use?
We specialize in QuickBooks Online with wholesale pricing and full implementation support.
How do I access client portals?
Clients use our secure portal at secure.netlinksolution.com for document sharing and communication.
