Finocchiaro Taxes & Accounting

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Your Trusted Accountants in Methuen, MA

Finocchiaro Taxes & Accounting has served individuals and small businesses for over 40 years, specializing in federal, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire tax laws. Our team combines decades of practical experience with ongoing professional development through workshops, conventions, and membership in leading industry organizations. We prioritize integrity, respect, and accuracy in every client interaction, ensuring efficient solutions tailored to unique financial needs.

Our commitment to community extends to personalized service and educational resources that empower clients. With a legacy of trust built since 1974, we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional accounting and tax preparation expertise.

Services

Tax Preparation Payroll Services Audit Representation Bookkeeping Financial Statements

Details

Year established: 1974

Highlights and features

We offer 45+ years of combined experience in tax preparation and accounting.
Our team includes Enrolled Agents with specialized IRS certification.
We provide personalized service tailored to individual and business needs.
Our staff maintains active memberships in leading professional tax organizations.
We combine local expertise with comprehensive federal and state tax knowledge.

Associations and certifications

National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP)
National Society of Enrolled Agents (NAEA)

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Services

Tax Preparation

We prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses. Our expertise covers corporations, partnerships, trusts, and self-employed clients. We ensure compliance with IRS and state regulations while maximizing deductions and credits.

Payroll Services

We handle payroll calculations, tax filings, and year-end reporting for businesses. Services include direct deposit, quarterly 941 filings, state unemployment reporting, and W-2/W-3 preparation. Our system supports remote data entry and bank reconciliation.

Audit Representation

We represent clients during IRS and state tax audits. Our services include reviewing prior returns, preparing amended filings, and coordinating meetings with tax authorities. We advocate for fair resolutions while maintaining compliance.

Bookkeeping

We offer general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, and QuickBooks support. Our team ensures accurate record-keeping for new businesses and established companies requiring system setup or monthly reconciliation.

Accounting Services

We provide financial statement preparation, system setup, and accounting consultations. Our services help businesses maintain organized records, meet reporting requirements, and make informed financial decisions.

People

Santo W. Finocchiaro

Partner

Santo established the practice in 1974 and holds degrees in business administration and accounting. He specializes in personal tax preparation and has served clients for over 40 years.

Francesco S. Finocchiaro

Partner

Francesco is an Enrolled Agent with expertise in business taxation and audit representation. He graduated from UMass Lowell and joined professional tax organizations at national and state levels.

Cindy

Head of Bookkeeping

Cindy oversees payroll and bookkeeping operations. She has worked with the firm since 1991 and holds degrees from Northern Essex Community College and Salem State University.

Molly

Office Administrator

Molly manages client onboarding and administrative support. She graduated from UMass Lowell and has contributed to the firm's operations since 2010.

Kendra

Payroll Administrator

Kendra handles payroll administration and client communications. She joined the team in 2020 and brings expertise in payroll processing and customer service.

Questions

What tax services do you offer for small businesses?

We prepare corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns, handle estimated tax filings, and provide audit representation for businesses.

Do you assist with payroll tax reporting?

Yes, we process quarterly 941 filings, state unemployment reports, and year-end W-2/W-3 forms for businesses of all sizes.

Can you help with IRS or state tax audits?

We provide audit representation services including document review, client meetings, and communication with federal and state tax authorities.

What accounting software do you support?

We offer QuickBooks setup, training, and ongoing support for bookkeeping, financial statements, and system maintenance.

Are your accountants certified professionals?

Our team includes Enrolled Agents and members of the National Association of Tax Professionals with specialized tax expertise.

What are your office hours during tax season?

We operate Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM and Saturdays 10AM-12PM from February 1 to April 15.

Reviews (3)

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Chris Buchholz

Sep 13, 2020 Report

What can I say about Santo Finocchiaro and his entire team? I had the pleasure of being introduced to Santo by my sister-in-law's family, about 15-to-20 years ago. I've never gone to anyone else since then. I've never even considered it. Why? Because Santo is hands-down, the best Accountant/Tax Return Preparer around. Without question. He's so thorough and careful, so understanding, and so genuinely interested with each and every one of his clients, and their own financial situation, that Id never go to anyone else. He's honest and by the book, but knows each and every aspect and angle of doing

Allies Of Alignment

Oct 15, 2019 Report

I have worked with many accountants and none compared for my needs and who I am.
Open,honest,consistent,reliable and incomparable patience are just a few descriptives. As someone who used to have anxious feelings when it came time to sharing private financial information ,what a relief. That is no longer. Invaluable.

Sal C.

Jul 21, 2019 Report

Great experience doing my taxes every year. Very professional and helpful with answering questions. I recommend them to everyone.