Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Kansas City
As a locally owned firm with over 40 years of experience, we specialize in accounting management, tax services, and business planning. Our team-based approach ensures multiple experts understand your business needs, providing peace of mind through proactive profit improvement ideas and cost-saving strategies. We incentivize associates to develop innovative solutions, delivering over $1.4M annually in client savings. Affiliated with BDO Alliance USA, we combine local expertise with global resources to offer retirement plan administration, CFO services, and financial checkups.Recognized with industry awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Accounting and INSIDE Public Accounting's Best of the Best, we prioritize timely service, completing projects within 10 days on average. Our commitment to client education and strategic oversight positions us as trusted advisors for business financial success.
Services
Certified Public Accountants
Retirement Plan Specialists
CFO Services
Tax Services
Business Planning
Accounting Services
Financial Checkup
Retirement Plan Consulting
Profitability Ideas
Financial Oversight
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer a team-based approach ensuring multiple experts understand your business needs
- Our firm delivers over $1.4M annually in client profitability improvements
- We complete projects within 10 days on average with incentives for timely service
- Affiliated with BDO Alliance USA for expanded technical resources and coverage
- Recognized with 8 consecutive Best of Accounting awards for client satisfaction
What people say
Superior service
Client satisfaction
Industry leaders
Proven expertise
Timely service
Services
Certified Public Accountants
Our CPA firm provides comprehensive accounting management, tax compliance, and business planning for privately held companies. We specialize in cash flow optimization, fraud risk assessment, and QuickBooks/Peachtree software integration. With proactive financial reporting and bank coordination, we help businesses maintain accurate records and make informed decisions.
Retirement Plan Specialists
We design and administer qualified retirement plans including 401(k), profit-sharing, and defined benefit plans. Our services cover non-discrimination testing, actuarial valuations, and compliance filings. Using state-of-the-art software, we support over 14,000 mutual fund options and provide fiduciary guidance for plan sponsors.
CFO Services
Our outsourced CFO division offers strategic financial oversight, weekly dashboard reporting, and process improvement. We fill controller gaps, implement best practices, and provide objective profit improvement ideas. Services include budgeting, succession planning, and cash flow management tailored to business growth cycles.
Tax Services
We deliver holistic tax strategies for businesses and executives, including estate planning and ownership transfers. Our team prepares accurate returns, represents clients during audits, and identifies federal/state tax credits. Regular client meetings ensure proactive planning for changing business circumstances.
Business Planning
Our advisors assist with mergers, acquisitions, and business reorganizations. We develop deferred compensation plans, negotiate financing, create buy/sell agreements, and implement succession strategies. With expertise in family-owned businesses, we align personal and corporate financial goals for sustainable growth.
People
Brent R. Blacklock
Partner
CPA with 25+ years of experience specializing in physician/dental practices. Developed firm's profitability ideas program. Serves on MidAmerica Nazarene University advisory boards. Holds highest Idaho CPA exam score record.
Robert W. Parker
Partner
Led CFO Services division since 2002. Former Deloitte Touche auditor with expertise in manufacturing and construction industries. Certified Valuation Analyst with board experience at Angel Flight Central and Camp Wood.
Chris A. Burton
Retirement Plan Specialist
QKA credential holder managing 401(k) plans for 25+ years. Oversees retirement plan division sales and administration. Member of ASPPA with focus on plan document design and compliance.
David G. Workmon
CFO Services Partner
30+ year public accounting veteran and former CFO. Provides tax and business consulting for professional service firms. Member of AICPA and Kansas/Missouri CPA societies with succession planning expertise.
Nathan F. Martin
CPA
Specializes in construction and healthcare tax compliance. Joined firm in 2010 after Washburn University accounting degree. Focuses on business advisory services and accounting software consulting for privately held companies.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-service accounting including cash flow management, financial statement preparation, fraud risk assessment, and QuickBooks integration for businesses needing accurate financial reporting.
How does the financial checkup process work?
Our complimentary checkup includes on-site analysis of your financial systems, followed by actionable recommendations for tax savings, process improvements, and cash management within one week.
Do you specialize in retirement plan administration?
Yes, our specialists handle 401(k), profit-sharing, and defined benefit plans with non-discrimination testing, compliance filings, and fiduciary guidance using advanced administration software.
What industries do you serve?
We work with construction, healthcare, professional services, manufacturing, and family-owned businesses, offering tailored financial solutions developed through our 40+ years of local experience.
How does your CFO service benefit growing businesses?
Our outsourced CFO division provides strategic oversight, weekly performance dashboards, and process optimization to help businesses manage growth without hiring full-time executives.
What makes your firm different from other accounting firms?
Our team-based approach delivers multiple perspectives, guaranteed profitability ideas, and 10-day project turnaround, supported by BDO Alliance USA resources while maintaining local decision-making.
