Specialties
Tax Planning & Preparation:
We work with individuals and businesses on income tax planning. There are many strategies we can utilize to decrease your tax liability, or how much you owe in taxes. We create a customized plan with you that fits your unique needs and ensures you will be saving as much as possible when it comes to filing your taxes.
Payroll Tax Service:
Our team works with employers and businesses to ensure all payroll taxes are accurate and paid on time. Failure to submit payroll taxes correctly can result in fines and undue stress for you. That's why we take the time to calculate and file your payroll taxes.
Business Financial Statements:
Many small businesses rely on our team to organize, monitor and file their financial statements. We also provide recommendations based on these statements on how your business could be saving money or making more profit.
Bookkeeping:
We offer bookkeeping services for both individuals and businesses. By documenting all of your transactions, we are able to provide you with accurate information about your financial position, so you can make educated decisions.
IRS Representation
If you have been contacted by the IRS or state agency for a tax audit, our knowledgeable accountants can represent and defend you. Never face an audit alone-we give you the best chance of success by gathering and examining all relevant information and putting our expertise to work for you.
History
Established in 2013.
Michael K. Larson opened his accounting practice in 2013, after working for a CPA firm for 23 years. Since then, Michael K. Larson, CPA & Associates has been proud to provide individuals and businesses in the Los Banos, CA area with reliable, knowledgeable accounting services. We are committed to meeting your needs, whether they be tax planning, payroll, bookkeeping, or IRS representation.
Our team has over six decades of combined experience, making us the firm you can trust with your money matters.
Meet the Business Owner: Michael L.
Mike has a Bachelor of Science in Business with an emphasis in accounting from California State University-Fresno. He belongs to the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Mike has over 30 years of experience in public accounting and over the years has been involved with audits of water districts, reviews, and compilations of various agricultural, construction and other types of business. He has also had extensive experience with corporations, partnership, and individual income taxes.
Mike serves as the treasurer of the Fatjo Corporation, (a non-profit organization that provides the funding for Pacheco State Park) and has also served on the boards of The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Merced County Youth Accountability, and Los Banos Rotary Club (past president).
He lives with his wife Marsha on their "ranch" in Dos Palos and enjoys singing with the Modesto Symphony, riding hi