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Business Services Accounting

Payroll Services

We’ll  help you pay your payroll taxes timely. We file payroll tax returns and make your tax payments.

Bookkeeping

We help reconcile your books, this will help to see if there are any outstanding checks. We will give you Profit & Loss reports so you can see how your business is doing.

Corporate Tax Returns

Our staff will help you file all corporate tax filings and setup your payments to the governments.

Sales Tax

Our professional staff will calculate the sales tax amounts due. We file and pay all sales tax returns.

Highway Mileage Returns

We help clients with trucking businesses file their quarterly mileage returns.

Tax Audits

Whether it is a disability audit or a personal tax audit we help with all audits.

Personal Services Accounting

Personal Tax Returns

At Manning Accounting Services, we prepare personal income tax returns. If you should owe money we will help you set up a payment plan with the government.

Estate Planning

We help you manage your asset base in the event of your incapacitation or death. The planning includes everything from A to Z including the settlement of estate taxes.

Financial Planning

Our experts help you prepare for the future. We help you figure out the best strategy so that you are comfortable retiring when you are ready.

Testimonials
35th Anniversary Accounting

Manning Accounting Services, is a full-service accounting and financial services firm. As accountants we are held to a fiduciary responsibility to our clients. This is important when seeking counsel for your financial well-being. As financial advisors, we believe the combination of years in service and experienced professionals enables us to offer a full array of accounting and taxation services, as well as investing, wealth management, and personal financial planning for the benefit of individuals and businesses.

Our Story

For the last 30 years Lenny Manning and his staff have been serving thousands of businesses and individuals. We are not just a business but good friends too. We help by not only giving advice but also by listening. Learning what is important to you and helping you achieve that.

We know that there are many firms that can do the paper end side of this business. What puts us head over shoulders is the real life experience and empathy we have. There is no time clock that goes on when you call us. Our full life experience helps us help you in many areas that are not accounting related.

As our family has grown over the past 35 years, so have our skillsets and thus services we are able to offer our clients. Besides just your typical accounting services we now also offer our clients a range of other services including insurance, payroll, design & marketing services.

Frequently Asked Accounting Questions

Why should I choose a monthly accountant vs. less frequent methods of accounting?

Monthly accounting services provide substantially more value than only an annual service. If an accountant only sees your numbers once a year, it is too late to offer advice that would have helped to make that year more profitable. And definitely too late to lower your tax liability for a year that is already over with. 

How can I transition from in-house to outsourced accounting?

Transitions are tricky, but preparing your business to switch to an outsourced accountant doesn’t have to be hard. Make sure your new financial partner is a good fit, plan ahead and be sure to budget enough time, set goals, and be mindful of potential obstacles.

Why should I separate my business and personal finances?

It’s the law. The government requires you to maintain a separate set of books for your business and you are not allowed to intermingle business and personal funds. In a nutshell, the government doesn’t want you to use your business as a personal piggy bank. 

How can I tell if I've outgrown my current accounting firm?

If you’re reading this, obviously you have some doubts, do they respond to you when you need them to? or are you constantly chasing them for answers to your questions? Do they come to you with new ideas to not only help you with your taxes but also help you help and grow your business? Are they actively involved in helping you set retirement goals, so you can walk away from your business? Have they helped you put together an exit strategy so you can eventually leave your business? Do they review your personal needs, like life insurance, health insurance, disability insurance, wills and estate planning? Do they ask you about your family and how that can affect you in the future, for example, elderly parents and how to deal with their future health issues and future estate issues? Do you have a need for a trust to protect your assets, and perhaps a child with physical and developmental issues that you’re concerned about their future?

How does better accounting affect my bottom line?

Obviously if we do our job right that puts more money in your pocket. 

How can I make my new business financially successful?

Talk to us and see how we can help you. 

What makes you different than other monthly accounting services?

Our customer service sets our firm apart. We make it our priority to reach out to clients on a consistent basis because we care about the success of your business. Our experienced team of accountants also provide proactive business advice and tax planning, allowing you to maximize your profits.

How much does monthly accounting cost? What factors go into the pricing?

There is an old saying that you get what you pay for, if you go bargain shopping then stop here as we are not a $.99 cent store. We are a mid-sized accounting firm with more resources than a one man outfit or small accounting firm. We can do everything a large accounting firm does without charging their type of fees. We will do as much or as little as you want us to do. We charge a fair price for our services. 

What questions should I ask when choosing the right accountant for my business?

Working with a professional accounting service offers you security and peace of mind. It’s a smart business choice for your company, but you need to decide which accountant or accounting firm is right for you.

  1. Do they have experience with businesses like yours.
  2. How much experience do they have with businesses?
  3. Do they provide financial planning assistance?
  4. How big is the firm? Is it a one person, or is there a staff?
  5. Is their fee structure fixed, or do they charge every time you pick up the phone to call?
  6. If I need to get a loan, does the firm have relationships with banks?
  7. What kind of support do they offer if you get audited?
  8. Are they just end-of-year tax preparers, or do they offer proactive tax planning?
  9. Will they reconcile your accounts every month? Do they provide a solid audit trail?
  10. Do they also do payroll?
  11. Will they prepare a financial statement for you every month — and help you analyze and understand it?

What does the monthly accounting process look like?

Our monthly accounting process starts with receiving your source documents. Our staff compiles the information and reports back to you with a profit and loss statement, balance sheet, and general ledger. These monthly financial reports are presented in digital or hard copy form and become the foundation for our monthly conversations.

When should I consider outsourcing my accounting?

If your business is too small to hire an in-house accountant or you simply don’t have the desire to do it yourself, you should consider outsourcing the task. While QuickBooks is used by many small-business owners, the software can be more complicated than first realized. By outsourcing your accounting, you free yourself to focus on other aspects of your business.

What accounting system do you use?

We primarily use three systems: Drake Software, Canopy and Quickbooks. That being said, we will work with other systems depending on your preferences and needs.

How can I transition from in-house to outsourced accounting?

Transitions are tricky, but preparing your business to switch to an outsourced accountant doesn’t have to be hard. Make your new financial partner is a good fit, plan ahead and be sure to budget enough time, set goals, and be mindful of potential obstacles.

Why hire a monthly accountant instead of an annual one?

Truthfully, not all business owners see the need, but our clients sure do! We provide consulting and business advice throughout the year. Our proactive approach allows you to see trends earlier, and spot any issues before they become larger problems. Monthly financial statements are a tool to stay on top of your business, which allows you to focus on growing your profits.

Affiliations
National Association of Tax Professionals
National Society of Accountants

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