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Bookkeeping
Clarity, consistency, and control.
We handle your daily financial records, reconciliations, and reporting so you can focus on running your business, with confidence that your numbers are right.
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Fractional CFO
Strategic insight, without the full-time cost.
From forecasting and budgeting to financial strategy and cash flow planning, get executive-level support tailored to your goals.
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Tax Preparation
Accurate, compliant, and stress-free.
We take the guesswork out of taxes, maximizing your deductions while keeping you compliant. Individual and business returns handled with care.
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IRS Audit Representation
We’ve worked for the IRS. Now we work for you.
As a former IRS agent, Ian knows exactly how audits work. We handle everything—so you don’t have to.
Your IRS Insider. Your Financial Advocate.
At The Charleston CPA, we bring the rare advantage of seeing both sides of the tax system. As a former IRS agent turned trusted CPA, Ian Shaute offers unmatched insight, strategy, and defense.
We don’t just prepare taxes—we protect your business. Whether you're navigating an audit, seeking smart tax planning, or needing strategic CFO guidance, we’re here to simplify the complex and help you move forward with confidence.
Focus on your business.
Our team will handle all the accounting, bookkeeping & tax.
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A tax expert will meet
with you quarterly to keep
your finances aligned.
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Lower your tax bill with
personalized planning and
IRS-compliant strategies.
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Accurate books delivered
after our team reviews and
cleans up your records.
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Boost your business growth
with insights from an
experienced CPA advisor.
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We’ll make sure tax debts
are paid evenly and on
schedule year-round.
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Monthly books done fast
and right by our local
accounting professionals.
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Year-end filings are done
quickly, correctly, and
ready for review.
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We flag risk areas and
keep you compliant with
the latest IRS rules.
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