Trusted accounting & tax services with you in mind

Backstage Accounting: Proactive financial management, personalized for you.

Core Accounting, Tax, & Budgeting

Bookkeeping & Payroll

QuickBooks setup, payroll for contractors and household employees, and monthly reconciliations to keep your books accurate and stress-free.

Financial Reporting

Clear, timely financial statements and performance summaries that give you insight into cash flow, spending, and growth trends.

Sales Tax & Compliance

Accurate multi-state sales tax tracking, filing, and remittance so you stay compliant without surprises at year-end.

Account Reconciliation

Monthly review and cleanup of bank, credit, and vendor accounts to ensure every transaction is matched and error-free.

Payroll Tax Filings

Federal and state payroll tax submissions, year-end W-2s and 1099s, handled with precision and on time.

Tax Preparation & Filing

Federal and state tax returns for individuals, small businesses, and household employers — prepared accurately and filed on time.

Tax Planning

Proactive, year-round strategies to reduce your tax burden through smart deductions, credits, and timing of income and expenses.

IRS & State Notice Support

Expert review and response to tax notices — helping you understand the issue, resolve it quickly, and avoid future penalties.

Entity Selection Guidance

Advice on whether to operate as an LLC, S-Corp, or sole proprietorship to maximize tax efficiency and protection.

Tax-Ready Bookkeeping

Seamless integration between your books and taxes — ensuring your records are ready for filing and audit-proof.

Cash Flow Management

Monitor inflows and outflows to keep operations running smoothly and anticipate future funding needs.

Financial Forecasting

Short- and long-term projections to guide decision-making and help plan for growth or economic shifts.

Goal-Based Budgeting

Personalized budgets built around specific financial goals — from saving for expansion to reducing expenses strategically.

Profitability Analysis

Identify which products, clients, or services drive your bottom line and make informed adjustments for higher returns.

Financial Health Reviews

Quarterly or annual check-ins to evaluate financial performance, track KPIs, and ensure accountability to your goals.

Who I am

I’m Rance Albert, a licensed CPA in Illinois and active IRS tax preparer (PTIN holder). My background spans years of public-sector financial management and direct experience helping individuals and families through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

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