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Ben Chapman
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Languages: English

How I Can Help You

I can help improve business performance in finance, accounting and taxation. As a CPA, accounting and tax specialist, I have helped many small businesses and non-profits get started and improve in the areas of getting financing, setting up accounting and recordkeeping systems and advising on a wide range of tax issues. I provide financial management support and business development assistance to variety of start-up businesses and established businesses. I have assisted non-profits in receiving tax-exempt status from the IRS. Expertise in taxation and accounting. 30 years tax experience with a Big 4 accounting firm. 12 years tax and accounting experience with a publicly-held company engaged in a variety of businesses including property casualty insurance. 5 years volunteer service on IRS advisory committees-appointed by the Secretary of the Treasury. 13 years as a SCORE mentor advising a variety of clients. Although I do not have operational experience as an owner or an employee in the following industries, as a CPA I have provided financial, accounting and tax advice to: Family and individually-owned small businesses. Professional services including accounting, law and consulting. Import/export. Franchising. Child and adult day care. Landscaping and lawn care. Manufacturing of a variety of products. Physical fitness services. Educational services including mentoring and coaching. Contracting and construction. Wholesalers and retailers providing a variety of products. Mentoring skills: Business and individual taxation including income, payroll and sales taxes, Selection of form of business, Business finance (bank loans and equity), Accounting systems and procedures, Business operations, Business strategy and planning, Home-based businesses.

Areas of Expertise

  • Accounting & Finance
  • Business Plan
  • Management & Operations
  • Product Development

Industry Experience

  • Accounting & Tax Services
  • Construction
  • Education
  • Food & Beverage
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Transportation
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