Accountants Who Help Your Business Thrive
Bearden Stroup
CPAs & Advisors
Cullman Alabama's Small Business Bookkeeping, Accounting & Tax Planning Experts
Office Address
Bearden Stroup & Associates CPAs LLC
418 1st Ave SE
Cullman, AL 35055
Cullman Office
We’d love to meet with you at our office in downtown Cullman, AL. Our team has been serving Cullman County for more than 30 years. We are located in the heart of downtown Cullman, Alabama next door to the Busy Bee Cafe, just 5 minutes from I-65.
Most business owners feel like they spend too much time on things they aren't good at doing.
We can help you do more of what you do best!
Our Simple 3-Step Process To Help Your Business Thrive:
Know Your Numbers
Monthly reporting and a personalized tax projection
Get Expert Advice
Tax planning and business advisory resources
Regain Control of Your Business
Run your business with confidence that your financial system is running smoothly.
Gain Control
Never get surprised by taxes or penalties again
Build Wealth
Get expert guidance that puts money in your pocket.
Worry Less
Stay in control and reduce your risk of audit.
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BOOKKEEPING
We’re business process experts, and we can streamline your bookkeeping.
You count on reliable financial statements for decision making, for lenders, and for your business partners. As a small business accounting firm, bookkeeping is an area where we really shine. Having a knowledgeable CPA working on your books is the best way to find tax planning opportunities.
Our bookkeeping services help small business owners focus on running their business rather than guessing at accounting entries. When we do your books, tax prep is a breeze. Our Professional Bookkeepers track everything so that you can focus on what you do best. The confidence and peace of mind that your books caught up is closer than you think.
- Accounting system setup
- Outsourced bookkeeping solutions
- Monthly reporting
- Financial statements including Income Statement and Balance Sheet
- Be ready to apply for financing or increase your line of credit
- More accurate tax return with no missing deductions
- No tax surprises!
BOOKKEEPING
Get the confidence that your bookkeeping is clean and accurate.
Let's Grow
Building a great team of employees is hard work. Paying them doesn’t have to be.
We give you the tools that make payroll easy. From onboarding new hires to delivering paystubs to W-2’s. We set up withholdings and we process tax payments so that you don’t have to worry about it. We pay special attention to helping business owners adjust their withholdings according to their changing financial situation. Our payroll team responds in minutes not months when you need to make an adjustment,
- No extra direct deposit fees
- Electronic tax payments
- Employees can access paystubs, W-2’s, and adjust withholdings
- Payroll tax returns including Form 941 and state forms
- Form W-2 & 1099
Let's Plan
We care about reducing your taxes
Good tax planning puts you in control of your finances. Our tax strategists will help you to take practical steps toward your goals. We will make recommendations to help reduce your tax burden through careful timing and smart structuring. Check out what is included in our standards of tax planning for every business client. By keeping communication open we can seize opportunities that spring from changing circumstances.
- Optimizing use of tax brackets
- Avoiding phase-outs for credits and deductions
- Tax projections and estimated tax payments
- Roth vs. Traditional retirement accounts
- Which investment types should be in tax-deferred accounts?
- 529 plans and timing of education payments
- Nondeductible IRA and Roth conversions
- Sale of real estate including installment sales and Sec. 1031 Exchange
- Gifting assets and estate tax planning
TAX PLANNING
Discover solutions that keep more money in your pocket.
BUSINESS CONSULTING
Meet with a CPA who will listen to your goals and answer your questions.
Let's Talk!
Get the guidance you need to move forward with confidence.
As a business accounting firm, we work with hundreds of small business owners to help answer the difficult questions that they face every day. As your accounting and tax advisors, our goal is to equip you with the tools and support you need to make well-informed decisions that position your business for success. We can show you the steps to take when starting a business including applying for an EIN, filing S-corp election, and setting up payroll tax accounts. We are ready to listen and give feedback on any of your financial questions, whether they seem large or small. We apply real-world experience to our consulting services and we understand the challenges that small businesses deal with every day.
- Forming an LLC
- Changes in ownership
- Dividends, distributions, and owner compensation
- S Corporation Election
- Purchasing a business
- Working in other states
- Purchase of equipment or building
- Employee benefits and retirement plans
- Buy-sell agreements
- Whatever is on your mind
TAX PREPARATION
You may see your taxes as a puzzle... Let us put the pieces together!
You should never have to pay extra taxes because of missing deductions. We follow a comprehensive, yet convenient, process to ensure that your return is completely accurate. We help you document your tax records clearly. From utilizing dependent care benefits to understanding whether your pension or Social Security is taxable, we will guide you all the way. We advise about any issues that are potential red flags for the IRS and help ensure that you will get your full refund. If you need help with withholding adjustments or estimated tax payments we can help you stay on track.
- Education Credits
- Rental property
- Itemized deductions
- Investments and K-1’s
- AMT and Net Investment Income Tax
- Buying or selling a house
- Childcare credit
- Healthcare.gov and Premium Tax Credit
- Multi-state taxes
TAX PREPARATION
Experience the peace of mind that comes from working with a professional CPA.
About Cullman Alabama
Cullman, Alabama is a growing community with small-town charm and a rich history. The downtown district is packed with local shops, great food, and year-round events—from the Oktoberfest to the annual Strawberry Festival. Locals enjoy how the Christmas tree lighting and Christkindlmarkt bring the holidays to life. Cullman defintely knows how to celebrate! From rich agriculture to cutting edge manufacturing, Cullman is a hard working community. With over 20% population growth in the last decade and a prime location between Huntsville and Birmingham off I-65, it’s easy to see why more families and businesses are putting down roots in this vibrant town.