Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Tax and Accounting Services in Connecticut
Caiafa & Company & Company is a tax and accounting firm dedicated to providing comprehensive financial solutions for individuals and businesses. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in tax preparation, business accounting, and IRS representation. We specialize in navigating complex tax matters, including audit resolution, wage garnishment relief, and estate tax planning. With offices in Hamden and Madison, Connecticut, we serve clients across Branford, Milford, New Haven, and surrounding communities. Our founders, including CPA Paul A. Caiafa & Company & Company and Enrolled Agent Laura K.Caiafa & Company & Company, have built careers through prestigious firms like KPMG and CPA Tax Solutions, LLC. We combine technical expertise with personalized service, offering QuickBooks training, strategic business planning, and multi-year tax strategies. Our commitment to client education is reflected in our monthly newsletter and extensive resource library. We maintain active involvement in professional organizations such as the National Association of Tax Professionals and Connecticut Society of Enrolled Agents while supporting local community initiatives through coaching and volunteer work.
Services
Tax Preparation
Business Accounting
IRS Audit Representation
Tax Planning
QuickBooks Services
Payroll Services
Estate Tax Planning
Audit Resolution
Strategic Business Planning
Financial Statements
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in public accounting and IRS representation
- Our team includes certified professionals with CPA, Enrolled Agent, and CAPM credentials
- We provide QuickBooks setup and training for small business accounting needs
- Our firm maintains active leadership roles in tax professional organizations
- We combine technical expertise with personalized service for Connecticut residents
Associations and certifications
- CPA
- Enrolled Agent
- QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation services cover individual and business returns with meticulous attention to detail. We handle complex filings including multi-year returns and specialized tax situations. Our certified professionals ensure compliance while maximizing deductions and credits for Connecticut residents and businesses.
IRS Audit Representation
We provide expert IRS audit representation to protect your interests during tax examinations. Our team negotiates with tax authorities, prepares documentation, and develops resolution strategies for levies, liens, and wage garnishments. We specialize in innocent spouse relief and installment agreements.
Business Accounting
Our business accounting solutions include bookkeeping, financial statements, and payroll services tailored for Connecticut small businesses. We offer QuickBooks setup and training, strategic planning, and new business formation guidance to support long-term financial health and compliance.
Tax Planning
We develop customized tax planning strategies for individuals and businesses, including retirement planning, charitable giving, and estate tax optimization. Our multi-year approach helps clients anticipate changes and implement proactive solutions for Connecticut-specific tax considerations.
QuickBooks Services
Our QuickBooks services include system setup, data migration, and training for Connecticut businesses. Certified ProAdvisors help clients implement efficient accounting processes, generate financial reports, and maintain accurate records for tax preparation and business decision-making.
People
Laura K. Caiafa
Managing Member
Enrolled Agent with 20 years of tax experience, MBA holder, and QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor. Specializes in tax resolution and business accounting. Active in Connecticut Society of Enrolled Agents leadership and local community coaching.
Paul A. Caiafa
Founder
CPA with 40+ years of public accounting experience, former KPMG professional. Expert in high-wealth individual tax planning and owner-managed business accounting. Active in local community organizations and scouting leadership.
Kelly Gillotti
Enrolled Agent
Six years of tax preparation experience with focus on trust and estate taxation. Member of Connecticut Society of Enrolled Agents. Combines tax expertise with outdoor and music interests while serving Connecticut clients.
Domenic Izzo
Staff Accountant
Recent CCSU graduate with accounting experience in manufacturing and service industries. Provides tax and accounting support to business and individual clients while pursuing professional development in Connecticut.
Alison Renkl
Office Manager
Joined in 2023 as office gatekeeper with diverse interests in sports, cooking, and music. Manages administrative operations while maintaining client communication and office efficiency in Hamden location.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for Connecticut residents?
We provide comprehensive tax preparation, audit resolution, and planning services for Connecticut individuals, including retirement planning and estate tax strategies.
Do you handle business tax needs?
Yes, we offer business accounting, payroll services, strategic planning, and tax preparation for Connecticut small businesses across multiple industries.
Can you help with IRS audit issues?
Our team specializes in IRS audit representation, including lien/levy resolution, installment agreements, and innocent spouse relief for Connecticut taxpayers.
What QuickBooks services are available?
We provide QuickBooks setup, training, and implementation support for Connecticut businesses to streamline accounting processes and improve financial management.
Are you available for in-person consultations?
Yes, we welcome in-person meetings at our Hamden office location for Connecticut residents and businesses needing personalized tax assistance.
How do you stay updated on tax law changes?
Our certified professionals maintain active memberships in tax organizations and participate in continuing education to ensure compliance with current regulations.
Reviews (2)
Steven Daniels
Apr 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Very Efficient and Prompt. Made sure to go above and beyond and answer all my questions.
Very Efficient and Prompt. Made sure to go above and beyond and answer all my questions.
Mary Anne Osborn
Sep 20, 2018
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What I talked to Paul about my taxes, he was excellent at explaining everything to me in terms that I could understand. And Carrie is extremely helpful. I highly recommend this company.
