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Our experienced staff have the skills and resources necessary to assist and advise individuals, families, small and large business organizations in almost every aspect of the business environment. We take a lot of pride in the personal attention we provide for our clients. One of our objectives is to provide comprehensive business counseling services to each one. We encourage our clients to spend less time with detailed paperwork and more time running their business.
As a certified public accountant in Maryland, we also serve as a trusted accountant in Washington, DC, offering reliable support to individuals and companies across the metro area.
Accounting Services – We offer a complete range of accounting services, including the sale and installation of accounting software. Our professional staff will survey the client’s business, determines their needs, and design a system that is tailored to fit their business operation. We provide service and management advice on receivables, payables, billing and payroll management. We prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for the banks, investors, and other third parties. Our firm will also prepare custom financial reports for internal management use.
We specialize in DC accounting services and accounting and tax services for small businesses, helping local entrepreneurs remain compliant and financially organized.
Accounting Software – We are authorized representative for the sale and installation of accounting software such as Champion, Profit, Peachtree and QuickBooks. We provide training and technical assistance with these and many other off-the-shelf accounting software programs.
Auditing Services – The main objective of an audit is to determine the fairness with which the financial statements present the financial position and operating results of the business organization. We conduct audit services for small and large businesses or government agencies that have requirements placed upon them for an independent audit of their financial statements.
Our firm is frequently recommended among the best tax accountants in Washington for providing audit-ready financial documentation and internal controls.
Bookkeeping/Write-up – Our firm provides full-charge bookkeeping services, including general journal and subsidiary ledger maintenance and bank statement reconciliation. We can tailor our involvement to suit your needs.
Financial Statements – Our firm prepares professional (GAAP) compliant financial statements as well as tailor-made financial analyses that can help business owners and managers eliminate inefficiency and realize their business’s full profit potential. A professionally prepared financial statement is a must for securing a business loan and filing the business’s annual tax return. They not only inform the lender or investor about where the business stands, but they also show that the client is well organized and well accounted for.
As a tax accountant in Maryland, we understand the importance of accurate financial reporting in both tax filing and long-term business planning.
Cash Flow and Budget Analysis – Our Firm offer cash flow and budget analyses that can help you minimize cost overruns, lost purchase discounts and uncollectable receivables. Many of our clients state that these value-added services are indispensable.
Whether you’re a small business or a growing enterprise, our team delivers high-quality accounting and tax services for small businesses across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
Loan Packaging and Financial Services – Our financial services and loan packaging include the development of a business plan complete with cash flow projections, assumptions of sales and revenue income streams, capital expenditures, and market analysis. Our Loan Counseling staff work with small and large business clients to secure financing for the acquisition of property, equipment, inventory, and working capital. Our loan Counselors also provide mortgage lending services to individuals and families to obtain a home mortgage or refinance an existing mortgage to take out cash for education, debt consolidation or other purposes.
Serving as both a tax accountant in Virginia and Maryland, our regional expertise helps clients across state lines navigate funding and financial reporting requirements with ease.
Payroll Services – Our firm offers complete payroll preparation and tax reporting services. We prepare all federal and state payroll returns and offer full magnetic and electronic filing capabilities.
We are proud to support growing enterprises in the Washington Metro area as a trusted accountant in Washington, DC and a go-to advisor for DC accounting services.
Confidentiality – All of our clients’ business and personal affairs are handled in strict confidence. It is our policy to maintain scrupulous adherence to our tight-lipped rule of discussing our clients’ matters with no one except on a need-to-know basis.
“At J. Arthur Brown & Associates, we believe in providing personalized accounting solutions that empower businesses and individuals to achieve financial clarity and success.”
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Comprehensive Accounting Services – With a Personal Touch
At J. Arthur Brown & Associates, CPA, we go beyond basic number-crunching—we deliver tailored strategies that help you make smarter financial decisions and fuel long-term growth. Our experienced team is committed to making your life easier by taking the weight of accounting off your shoulders so you can focus on what truly matters: growing your business and serving your clients.
We offer a full spectrum of accounting services that streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and strengthen your financial foundation.
Our services include:
- Full-service bookkeeping and write-up
- Payroll preparation and tax reporting
- Internal financial reporting and GAAP-compliant statements
- Cash flow and budget analysis
- Loan packaging and business plan development
- Audit-ready financial documentation
- Expert financial consulting and advisory
We’re more than just accountants in Washington, DC—we’re strategic partners dedicated to your success.
"Our monthly reporting used to be a confusing mess. The team streamlined our entire ledger system, giving us real-time clarity on cash flow. Now, our budgeting meetings are actually productive, saving us hours every quarter. Highly recommend."
"Integrating our inventory with the general ledger felt impossible until now. Their accounting expertise made the process seamless and error-free. The efficiency gains in our payables department alone justified the investment immediately. A truly professional service."
"As a scaling startup, we needed more than just bookkeeping. Their fractional CFO support helped us understand our burn rate and improve profitability margins quickly. Their guidance was crucial to securing our next round of funding. An invaluable partner."