Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Tax & Accounting Services in Clinton, MA
Founded in 2010, Kittredge Tax & Accounting has established itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive tax and accounting solutions in Clinton, MA. Our founder, John P. Kittredge, Jr., brings over 25 years of experience as a Chief Financial Officer for a $10 million construction firm, complemented by his CPA certification and MBA credentials. We specialize in delivering personalized financial guidance to both individuals and small businesses, with particular expertise in construction industry accounting due to our founder's extensive background. Our services are designed to address complex tax scenarios, including IRS audits, retirement planning, and state/federal tax reconciliation. We maintain active involvement in local governance as the Town Treasurer/Collector overseeing $60 million in municipal funds, ensuring our clients benefit from real-world financial stewardship experience.Our commitment to ethical practices is demonstrated through our professional liability insurance and certified QuickBooks specialist status. We provide year-round support rather than seasonal tax preparation, helping clients navigate evolving tax laws and implement strategic financial planning. Our team's familiarity with construction-specific financial challenges enables tailored solutions for contractors, including job costing and surety bonding guidance. We maintain affiliations with additional CPA resources to address specialized needs like business valuations when required. Our office combines technical expertise with personalized service, ensuring clients receive actionable insights tailored to their unique circumstances.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping Services
Business Consulting
Personal Tax Services
QuickBooks Support
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of construction industry financial expertise
- Personalized service from CPA with municipal finance experience
- Specialized solutions for contractor accounting challenges
- Year-round tax planning rather than seasonal preparation
- Professional liability insurance for client protection
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified QuickBooks Specialist
What people say
Outstanding trustworthy accountant
Best in Central Massachusetts
Professional service warranty
In-depth personal conference
Competitive value
Services
Tax Preparation
We provide comprehensive federal and state tax preparation services for individuals and businesses, including complex returns for partnerships and corporations. Our expertise covers retirement plan distributions, IRS audit representation, and back-tax reconciliation. Clients benefit from our professional service warranty guaranteeing maximum refunds with minimal tax liability.
Bookkeeping Services
Our 25+ years of bookkeeping experience support businesses with payroll management, financial statements, and sales tax compliance. We offer complete QuickBooks setup and integration, including job costing, accounts payable/receivable tracking, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting tailored to construction industry needs.
Business Consulting
We provide strategic financial guidance for business owners, including entity structure selection, tax-saving strategies, and cash flow optimization. Our construction industry expertise addresses unique challenges like surety bonding requirements, equipment depreciation, and prevailing wage compliance.
Personal Tax Services
We handle all aspects of personal tax preparation including Schedule C, E, and F filings, capital gains reporting, and estate tax matters. Our year-round service includes tax law updates and personalized planning to minimize liabilities while maximizing deductions.
QuickBooks Support
As Certified QuickBooks Specialists, we offer implementation, training, and ongoing support for Premier editions. Our services include system setup, data reconciliation, and customized reporting solutions that integrate seamlessly with business operations and tax planning needs.
People
John P. Kittredge, Jr.
Founder & CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 25+ years as construction CFO, managing $10M operations. Serves as Clinton's Town Treasurer overseeing $60MM funds. MBA graduate specializing in construction accounting and small business financial strategy.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for construction businesses?
We specialize in construction accounting with expertise in job costing, surety bonding guidance, equipment depreciation, and prevailing wage compliance for contractors in Massachusetts.
Do you handle both business and personal tax preparation?
Yes, we provide comprehensive tax services for both entities including corporate returns, partnership filings, Schedule C preparation, and individual tax planning strategies.
What accounting software do you support?
We are Certified QuickBooks Specialists offering implementation, training, and support for Premier editions tailored to construction businesses and small enterprises.
How do you help minimize tax liabilities?
We combine year-round tax law monitoring with personalized planning strategies to identify deductions, optimize retirement contributions, and implement legally sound tax-saving approaches.
What are your office hours during tax season?
We're open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and Saturdays February-April 8am-12pm for extended tax preparation support.
Can you assist with IRS audit representation?
Yes, our CPA services include professional representation for audit resolution and tax debt negotiation with both federal and state authorities.
