How Our Process Works

Step 1: Contact Us

  • Telephone: 248-934-0550
  • Use our online contact Form: HERE (or use the contact form below)

Step 2: Upload Your Documents to Our Secure Portal

  • A meeting isn’t required for us to prepare you taxes. Once you decide that Senter, CPA is a good fit for you, we will provide you with a link to your personal, secure portal, which we will use for 90% of the process.
  • You can scan or take pictures of all documents, and then upload them to your portal.
  • If you are not technology savvy, you’re more than welcome to drop your documents off at our office. Just call ahead to make sure someone will be available to greet you. 

Step 3: We Begin Preparing Your Return

  • Once we get copies of your last two tax returns and current year documents, one of our preparers will begin working on your return.

Step 4: Request Additional Information

  • We will contact you via email, phone, or set up a video meeting if we have any questions or need additional information. 

Step 5: Tax Return Review

  • Once your return has been prepared and near completion, a CPA will review and analyze the return for any planning strategies for current and future years.
  • This part of the process is to ensure your tax return is prepared accurately and to identify anything that may be missed, or strategies to take advantage of.

Step 6: Tax Return Sent to Client Portal

  • Once complete, your return will be sent to your secure portal for you to review.
  • Once approved for e-filing, documents will be sent to you for your e-signature.
  • Invoices can be paid online right in your portal.

That’s it!

Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements?

There is a new reporting requirement beginning January 1st, 2024, and most businesses are now required to report. What is the beneficial ownership information report, or BOI?

Year End Wrap Up: Tax Planning for Business Owners

The tax filing deadline has come and gone. If you didn’t file a tax return or an extension, but should have, you need to take action now

2024 Tax Planning

The tax filing deadline has come and gone. If you didn’t file a tax return or an extension, but should have, you need to take action now

Hiring: Staff Accountant – Client Accounting Services / Full-Time Bookkeeper

We have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated Senior Tax Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will be the point person in contact with clients to perform monthly client accounting services, personal tax preparation, corporate tax preparation and other client facing services acting on behalf of the firm, providing exceptional client service.

An Enrolled Agent vs CPA

Senter, CPA is proud to have both types of licensed professionals, Enrolled Agents and CPAs.

2024 Wine & Whiskey Tasting – Donation Needed

Seven reasons to attend the 2024 Rotary Club of Clarkston Annual Wine & Whiskey Tasting!

2024 Wine & Whiskey Tasting

Seven reasons to attend the 2024 Rotary Club of Clarkston Annual Wine & Whiskey Tasting!

Benefits of Assembling a Professional Team

In the complex world of business and personal finance, having a robust support network is more than just a luxury—it’s a necessity. Assembling a professional team, including experts like accountants, financial advisors, lawyers, and consultants, can significantly impact your success and peace of mind. At Senter CPA, we understand the critical role that a well-rounded team plays in achieving your goals. Here’s why building a strong professional team is essential and how it can benefit you.

Welcome to the Senter, CPA Team – Tracy Sanda

Tracy Sanda is joining the Senter, CPA team as Senior Tax Accountant.

Senter, CPA e-Newsletter Benefits

At this point, some of you may want to think about your 2024 finances and tax return. That being the case, for many of you, that would include taking a retirement distribution from your retirement accounts.