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Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions
At Karlin & Long, we bring decades of combined expertise in accounting, tax preparation, and business consulting to serve individuals and businesses across Missouri and Kansas. Our team of certified public accountants, including professionals with over 30 years of experience, is dedicated to providing personalized financial solutions tailored to your unique needs. We specialize in tax advisory services for individuals, corporations, estates, and nonprofit organizations, ensuring compliance while maximizing returns. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our professional affiliations with the American Institute of CPAs and state accounting boards. We offer comprehensive bookkeeping, payroll management, and financial statement preparation to help businesses focus on growth while maintaining accurate records.

With three convenient locations in Platte City, Lenexa, and Lawrence, we provide accessible, client-centered services that prioritize transparency and trust. Our team stays current with evolving tax laws and accounting software to deliver accurate, forward-thinking advice. Whether you're starting a new business or managing complex financial needs, we offer strategic guidance for business formation, budgeting, and long-term financial planning. Our approach combines technical expertise with personalized service, ensuring clients receive actionable insights and reliable support. For over three decades, we've built a reputation as a trusted partner in financial matters, committed to safeguarding our clients' interests through ethical practices and meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Tax Preparation Business Consulting Bookkeeping Payroll Services Financial Planning
Highlights and features
  • 30+ years of combined experience in accounting and tax services
  • Certified Public Accountants licensed in Missouri and Kansas
  • Three convenient locations serving Platte City, Lenexa, and Lawrence
  • Comprehensive services from tax preparation to business consulting
  • Commitment to personalized service and client financial success
Services
Tax Preparation
Professional tax preparation services for individuals, businesses, estates, and nonprofit organizations. Our certified CPAs ensure accurate filings while maximizing deductions and credits. We handle complex tax situations with expertise in federal, state, and local regulations.
Business Consulting
Strategic business consulting for startups and established companies. Services include business formation guidance, accounting software selection, and financial planning. We help entrepreneurs create solid financial foundations for sustainable growth.
Bookkeeping
Comprehensive bookkeeping services maintaining accurate financial records. We manage accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, and financial statement preparation to ensure business financial clarity and compliance.
Payroll Services
Complete payroll processing solutions handling employee payments, tax withholdings, and regulatory filings. Our services ensure timely, accurate payroll processing while maintaining compliance with changing labor and tax regulations.
Financial Planning
Strategic financial planning services for business growth and individual financial health. We provide budgeting assistance, cash flow analysis, and long-term financial strategy development tailored to client objectives.
People
Todd Karlin
CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 30+ years experience. Licensed in Missouri and Kansas. Member of AICPA and Kansas Society of CPAs. Specializes in tax strategy and business financial planning.
James Long
CPA
Experienced CPA with 30+ years in accounting. Licensed in both states. Active in Kansas Board of Accountancy and Missouri Board of Accountancy. Focuses on corporate tax compliance and audit services.
Daniela Irwin
CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 14 years experience. Holds MBA in Management Information Systems. Specializes in small business accounting solutions and technology integration for financial processes.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial statements, budgeting assistance, and business tax preparation services tailored to small business needs.
Do you handle both individual and business tax preparation?
Yes, we prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and nonprofit organizations with specialized expertise in both areas.
Are your accountants licensed professionals?
All our senior accountants are Certified Public Accountants licensed in Missouri and Kansas with decades of combined professional experience.
What locations do you serve?
We have offices in Platte City, Missouri and Lenexa and Lawrence, Kansas serving clients throughout both states.
Can you help with starting a new business?
Yes, we offer business formation guidance, accounting software selection, and financial planning services to help new businesses establish proper financial foundations.