Tax Preparation and Business Services

We offer a winning combination of proactive tax strategies and powerful accounting solutions.

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Our Services

Choice of Entity Planning

If you are starting a new business, selecting the right structure for the business entity is a critical decision in forming a business.

Bookkeeping and Accounting

We offer full-service accounting services so that you can focus on growing your business!

Tax Planning

We provide tax advisory and consultation for you on the tax issues you may face, and are committed to providing solid tax advise supported by experience and extensive research.

Tax Preparation

Our full-service tax advisory service includes preparation of individual, partnership, corporation, nonprofit, trust and estate taxation, and defined benefit plans. We also assist with sales tax registration and filings.

IRS representation

We have represented clients before several different taxing authorities. When it comes to understanding the audit, knowledge of the tax law is vital.

Payroll Services

We offer full-package payroll services that covers new hires, payroll processing, direct deposit, payroll tax payments, and payroll tax returns.

Special Engagements

Don’t see a service that meets your specific needs? Our firm offers a variety of services unique to our clients’ needs and circumstances. Give us a call and we will let you know if we can assist you.

QuickBooks Consulting

As certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor’s, our team offers one-on-one training, initial setup, and any other operation assistance you and your team might need.

Audit & Attestation Engagements

Our professionals stay current with industry standards and offer services including compilation, review, and auditing of financial statements.

Types of Industries Serviced by our Firm

Nonprofit Organizations
Physicians
Manufacturers
Retail Merchandising Firms
Mortgage Brokers
Auto Dealerships
Software Developers
Legal Firms
Retail
Insurance Agencies
Real Estate Agencies
Restaurants
Hotels and Motels
Construction-Comercial and Residential
Condominium and Homeowner Associations
Professional Service Organizations

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Business Start Up Information

So, you want to start a business? There are many steps to make, but the most important step is to contact your CPA for guidance. There are many decisions to make, and the following information is being provided only to assist the individual with sufficient knowledge of starting and operating a business. Please seek the advice of an accountant and an attorney before you begin.

1. Choosing an Entity

There are different types of entities available. Please contact your CPA and your attourney to discuss the advantages or disadvantages of each choice.

Sole Proprietorship · Corporation · S-Corporation · Partnership · LLC

2. Picking a Name

We can provide assistance in this area. Search for existing names online and get information about incorporating at Sunbiz.org

3. Fictitious Name Application

We can provide you with assistance to obtain a fictitious name. More information is available at Sunbiz.org

4. Employer ID Number

To obtain an Employer Identification Number, fill out Form SS-4 from IRS.gov

5. S-Corp. Election

Fill out Form 2553 from IRS.gov

6. Occupational License & Zoning

See your local office.

7. Business License

In Florida, The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.

8. Sales Taxes

Will your business be required to collect and remit Florida State Sales Tax? See your accountant to find out. Application forms available online here.

9. Federal Payroll Taxes

See your accountant for more information

10. State Payroll Taxes

See your accountant for more information

11. Federal Income Taxes

Depends upon the type of entity. See your accountant for filing requirements.

12. State Income Taxes

Depends upon type of entity. See your accountant for filing requirements.

13. Insurance

General Liability, Professional Liability, and Workmen's Comp. Please see your insurance agent to obtain any necessary policies.

SmartVault Instructions

Protecting our clients’ private information is our number one priortiy. Emailing and faxing documents can put your personal information at risk. Please send us your documents through our secure portal SmartVault. SmartVault allows you to upload your documents, view tax returns we have prepared for you, and lets you e-sign documents. Creating an account only takes a few minutes.

Please call our office today and we will email you an invitation to create your own SmartVault account. Once your account has been created, proceed to the Login step.

Login to your account using the email and password you used to create the account. If you forget your password, simply click the “reset password” option on the login page.

After logging in, you will see your name, your business name (if applicable) and Public Documents. The Public Documents vault is where we will share newsletters and important tax updates that are accessible by all of our clients. To upload and view your personal documents, click on your name.

After clicking on your name, you will see a list of folders organized by the year and type of engagement. To upload a document, click on the client uploads folder. We will be notified when documents are uploaded and we will place them in the correct folder. To view returns we have prepared for you in the past, select the applicable folder. If you do not see the document you are looking for, contact our office and we will add it to your vault.

Contact Us

  • 160 McLeod Street

    Merritt Island, FL 32953

  • Email: info@hindscpa.com

    Phone: (321) 454-2266

    Fax: (321) 454-2288

  • Give us a call to schedule a free consultation!

  • Hours:

    Monday-Thursday: 8AM-5PM

    Friday: 8AM-12PM

Our building is located in historic Merritt Island just off of Courtenay Parkway

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