If you’ve built a small business from the ground up, you probably know your industry, customers, and products or services like the back of your hand. When it comes to the ins and outs of taxes, accounting and finance, however, it never hurts to have an experienced professional to turn to for guidance.

Accountants can help business owners avoid costly mistakes. In the long run, the amount of money saved through avoiding mistakes and fines outweighs the cost of hiring an accountant.

When you think of the services an accountant can provide, it’s likely that tax filings and bookkeeping immediately come to mind. At Gibson Edwards, our accountants provide a variety of financial and advisory services to help you improve profitability and scale your business.

Small business owners can expect their accountants to help with:

• Choosing a business structure (i.e., sole proprietorship, LLC)