Above & Beyond Tax Preparation Services

Above and Beyond Tax and Accounting Services is a full-service tax preparer and accountancy business that has been serving Wilkes County, surrounding areas, and beyond for over twenty years. Our founder, Chris Bessey, has a Bachelor's in Accounting from the University of South Florida and has completed the 5th-year college courses needed to become a CPA. With a passion for helping individuals and businesses navigate the complex world of taxes and accounting, Chris started his own business to provide a more personalized and transparent approach to tax preparation and accounting services.

At Above and Beyond, we understand that accounting is more than just numbers; it's a representation of the most important pieces of someone's life. Whether you're a young entrepreneur starting your own business, a retiree needing help with your pension, or an individual looking for a more personalized tax preparation experience, we are here to help. We believe in building strong relationships with our clients and providing them with the peace of mind and confidence that comes when you know your taxes are completed successfully.

Services

Above and Beyond Tax and Accounting Services offers a wide range of services to meet all of your tax and accounting needs. Our services include:

Income Tax Preparation for Individuals, Corporations (C-corps and S-corps), Partnerships, Estates & Trusts, and Not-for-Profits

Applications to become a Not-for-Profit

Incorporating your business --- helping you choose the right entity and filing the state and IRS paperwork needed to get you in business

Starting your business --- from consulting on the pro's and con's of incorporating to helping you file all the paperwork

Payroll Services (monthly or quarterly)

Bookkeeping Services (monthly or quarterly)

Experienced in QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Wave Apps, or Xero

Experienced in various tax software including Ultra Tax (by Thomson Reuters), Drake, ProSeries (by Intuit)

Tax Planning

Tax Resolution with the IRS

Tax Projections and forecasting

Tax Laws (including new rules and regulations with GAAP, FASB, the AICPA, and the PCAOB)

Budgets

Amended Income Tax Returns

"Forensic" accounting services (helping you find anything from errors in previous returns to fraudulent activities in your business, tax returns, or reconciliations)

W-2/W-3 Preparation

The Process

At Above and Beyond, we believe in a seamless approach and timeline to get your taxes done on time. Our process is designed to ensure that you receive personalized attention and expert service throughout the entire process. Whether you're a new client or a returning client, we will work with you to understand your specific needs and provide you with a custom quote for our services.

Once you have agreed to our quote, we will begin the process of gathering all necessary information and documents needed to prepare your taxes. We will work closely with you to ensure that all information is accurate and complete, and we will answer any questions you may have throughout the process.

Once your taxes are prepared, we will review them with you to ensure that everything is correct and to your satisfaction. We will also provide you with a copy of your completed tax return for your records.

Get a Quote

At Above and Beyond, we believe in transparency and providing our clients with a custom quote for our services. We understand that every individual and business has unique needs, and we want to ensure that you receive the best possible service at a price that fits your budget.

To get a custom quote for our services, simply contact us and provide us with some basic information about your tax and accounting needs. We will then work with you to understand your specific requirements and provide you with a detailed quote for our services.