Accurate and timely accounting information is a necessity for any successful business. Lightner & Stickel CPAs, Inc. can assist you on either a temporary or on-going basis.  Due to the size of our firm, our clients receive incomparable, personalized, quality service. We offer the following: - Financial Planning Services - Tax Planning and Return Preparation Services - Financial Reporting Services - Auditing Services - Technical Support - Payroll Services - Business Valuation Services Financial Planning Services Effective management of financial affairs requires extensive knowledge, organization, and constant vigilance.  Our firm provides a complete range of consulting and advisory services to help with the complexities of financial planning.  We truly care about our clients and strive to form lasting relationships with each of them - providing beneficial information, access to a wealth of resources, and a proactive stance in serving each client's needs. Our financial planning services include: - Investment Consulting - Financial Planning to Achieve Specific Goals - Retirement Planning - Estate and Business Succession Planning - Insurance Consulting Investment advisory services offered through Lightner & Stickel Financial Services, Inc. A Registered Investment Advisor. Investment advisory services including fee-based asset management accounts held through NFS, LLC are offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Securities offered through 1st Global Capital  Corp. Member FINRA/SIPC.  www.finra.org.  8150 North Central Expwy, Suite 500, Dallas, TX 75206.  (214) 265-1201. Lightner & Stickel Financial Services, Inc. and 1st Global Capital Corp. are unaffiliated entities. We currently have individuals licensed to offer securities in the states of California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, and Texas.  This in not an offer to sell securities or provide investment advice in any other state or jurisdiction. Tax Planning and Return Preparation Services Expertise.  Peace of mind.  These are the things that you can expect your tax advisor to provide.  We view our relationship with each of our clients as an ongoing partnership and strive to provide you with quality, up-to-date tax return preparation and advice.  We keep abreast of current tax laws throughout the year to minimize your tax liabilities and to maximize your future opportunities.  Whether you are an individual or operate a multi-tiered corporation or partnership, our partners and staff can accommodate your needs for tax planning and preparation. Financial Reporting Services In today's ever changing market, financial statements provide the groundwork for many important decisions.  In addition to offering financial statements that meet the most current accounting standards, we also incorporate features such as comparative graphs and budget analysis as well as customizable schedules into our financial statements to allow our clients access to relevant, timely information.  Whether you need a compilation or review, we can provide it on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis to fit your needs. Auditing Services Third parties relying on your financial statements often require an audit for assurance.  In order to conduct an audit, we examine your company's financial statements in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.  An audit requires us to examine internal controls and to complete substantial testing of the information underlying the financial statements.  We then document our opinion as to whether the statements are fairly presented in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. Technical Support Business in the 21st century brings many new, complex challenges for small business owners, ranging from interpreting the ever-changing tax law to choosing and implementing a computer accounting system that fits the organization.  We have a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor as well as a Peachtee Premier Advisor among our staff that can assist clients in selecting and implementing the most efficient systems for their operations.                                                                                                         Payroll Services In the diverse world of business, some companies find it difficult to manage all of the many functions required to run their businesses.  Wouldn't it help you to rely on a trusted and accessible business partner to handle your payroll?  Allow us to take care of your payroll needs - from issuing the payroll checks to filing the necessary tax returns. Business Valuation Services ESOPs, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, divorce settlements, buy - sell agreements... In these cases, you need to know what your business is worth.  Rely on our firm to assist you through these difficult processes.  We will do a comprehensive analysis that can help you make informed decisions.