Get Started With EMG
We are a CPA-led accounting firm in Riverview, FL providing bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and advisory services to small businesses and nonprofits across the South Shore and greater Tampa Bay area.
What We Do
Monthly bookkeeping with flat-rate pricing. Tax preparation for businesses and individuals. Payroll processing. Catch-up work for books that are months or years behind. Sales tax management, job costing, fractional CFO support, and business formation. Start with one service or hand us everything.
Who We Work With
Contractors, skilled trades, home service companies, medical and dental practices, real estate professionals, restaurants, retail shops, franchises, nonprofits, and other small businesses in the Tampa Bay area and beyond.
What Happens Next
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CPA-Led Firm • 20+ Years Experience • Licensed in FL & VA
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Where Most Clients Start
You didn't go into business to manage spreadsheets and tax filings. These are the problems that bring most owners through our door.
The Books Are Months Behind
You kept meaning to catch up. Now there's a pile of bank statements and unsorted transactions staring you down. We take over the backlog, bring everything current, and maintain it monthly going forward. It's almost never as bad as it feels.
Tax Deadlines Are Closing In
Your CPA needs organized books and you're nowhere close. Last year you scrambled, missed deductions, and probably overpaid. We get your records in order before the deadline so your business tax preparation goes smoothly this time around.
Busy but Never Profitable
Revenue is coming in, customers are paying, but there's never much left at the end of the month. Whether it's labor costs, materials, or overhead eating your margins, clean monthly books will show you exactly where the money is going.
Sales Tax Confusion
Between sales tax filings, quarterly payroll reports, and 1099s, the deadlines pile up fast. One missed filing leads to penalties, and penalties lead to bigger problems. We track every deadline and handle the submissions for you.
Payroll Got Complicated
When it was just you, things were simple. Now you have employees, withholdings to calculate, and agencies expecting filings on time. Mistakes here are expensive and stressful. Hand it off before something slips through the cracks.
You Need a Clearer Picture
Should you hire another crew? Can you afford new equipment? Is that big account actually making you money? These are answerable questions. You just need accurate numbers and someone who can walk you through what they mean.
Why Work With EMG
We spent years managing finances for large organizations and international nonprofits. We started this firm to bring that same level of expertise to small businesses who need it most.
CPA-Led Firm
EMG is led by Miguel Zavaleta, CPA, with support from Steve Connett, CPA. Having certified public accountants overseeing your books means your financials are held to a higher standard than basic bookkeeping alone can provide.
Decades of Experience
Our team brings decades of hands-on work in accounting, tax, and financial management. That depth of experience shows up in how we structure your books, plan around tax obligations, and catch problems before they grow.
Built for Small Business
Small business owners wear too many hats. Financial management shouldn't be one of them. Delegating the books and taxes to professionals who do this every day frees you to focus on the work that actually grows your business.
Local to Tampa Bay
We're based in Riverview and serve business owners across the South Shore and the greater Tampa Bay area. You work directly with our team. No call centers, no offshore support, no runaround.
Our Services
From small business bookkeeping and tax preparation to fractional CFO support, we handle the financial side so you can run your business.
Full-Service Bookkeeping
Your transactions are categorized, your bank and credit card accounts are reconciled, and your financial reports are delivered on a consistent schedule. Every dollar is accounted for so you always know where your business stands.
Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Cleaning up and bringing current past months or years of bookkeeping. We reconstruct your financial records so everything is accurate, organized, and ready for tax filing or day-to-day decision making.
Bill Payment
We manage your accounts payable so every bill gets paid on time. Tracking, scheduling, and recording so nothing slips through and your vendor relationships stay solid.
Invoicing
We handle your accounts receivable by creating and sending invoices, following up on outstanding balances, and tracking payments so you always know what's owed to you.
Payroll System Setup & Training
One-time payroll system configuration with hands-on training so you can run payroll yourself with confidence.
Full-Service Payroll
We run your payroll every pay period. You approve the hours or confirm salaries and we handle the rest. Tax deposits, quarterly filings, and year-end W-2s are all included.
1099 Preparation
If you paid contractors or vendors during the year, you're required to report those payments. We prepare and file your 1099s so they're accurate and on time.
QuickBooks Online Setup & Training
We configure QuickBooks Online for your business and train you on how to use it properly. You start with a clean setup and the confidence to manage your day-to-day bookkeeping.
Sales Tax Management
We handle your sales tax from calculation to filing. Rate tracking, on-time submissions, and accurate reporting so you never miss a deadline.
Business Tax Returns
Annual federal and state business tax return preparation with all required schedules. We handle the forms, the calculations, and the filing so you meet your obligations accurately and on time.
Personal Tax Returns
Individual federal and state tax return preparation including all income sources, deductions, and credits. We review your full financial picture to file accurately and capture every deduction you are entitled to.
Tax Audit Support
When the IRS or state sends an audit notice, you need someone who knows what they're looking for and how to respond. We handle the document preparation, correspondence, and walk you through the entire process.
Tax Strategy
Proactive tax planning to minimize liability through entity structure, timing, deductions, and retirement strategies for both businesses and individuals.
External Controller
A second set of eyes on your financials. We provide oversight, review, and reporting alongside your existing accounting team to catch what gets missed.
Budgeting & Cash Flow Forecasting
Creating budgets and projecting cash flow to plan for expenses, identify shortfalls, and support informed business decisions. We build the financial roadmap so you can manage your business with confidence.
Financial Strategy
Analyzing financial data to guide business decisions on growth, profitability, pricing, and resource allocation.
Fractional CFO
Part-time CFO-level support for businesses that need financial leadership without the cost of a full-time hire. Cash flow forecasting, analysis, and strategic planning.
Construction Job Costing
We track labor, materials, and subcontractor costs for every project so you can see exactly where your money goes and which jobs actually make you money.
Inventory Accounting
We track your materials, supplies, and inventory items with proper counts and valuations so your books reflect what you actually have on hand. This gives you accurate cost of goods sold and reliable financial statements.
Business Formation
Setting up new business entities including LLC, S-Corp, or partnership formation with state registration and EIN acquisition.
Common Questions
Quick answers to the things people ask most often before getting started.
How much does bookkeeping cost?
Monthly bookkeeping starts at $200. Your rate depends on your average monthly expenses and the complexity of your books. We'll give you a flat quote after reviewing your situation.
My books are months or years behind. Can you help?
Yes. We do catch-up bookkeeping to bring everything current and accurate. Pricing depends on how far behind you are and how much cleanup is involved. Once your books are caught up, we can move into regular monthly service.
Do you prepare tax returns?
Yes. We prepare both business and personal tax returns, including federal and state filings. We also offer tax planning and strategy to help reduce your tax liability over time.
Is there a contract?
No. Our recurring services are month-to-month. You can cancel anytime.
How do I send you documents?
We set you up with a secure portal where you can upload receipts, invoices, bank statements, and anything else we need. We'll walk you through the process. You can also email documents directly if that's easier.
Do we need to meet in person?
Not required. Most of our work is handled remotely through phone calls, video meetings, and our client portal. If you're local to the South Shore or Tampa Bay area and prefer to meet face to face, we can arrange that.
What accounting software do you work with?
We work with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop. For payroll, we support QBO Payroll, QB Desktop Payroll, ADP, Paychex, and Gusto. If you don't have software set up yet, we'll help you get started.
What do I need to do each month?
Grant us access to your bank and credit card feeds and upload any receipts we can't pull automatically. We handle everything else. Most clients spend very little time on their end.
Do you handle payroll?
Yes. We run payroll each pay period, handle tax deposits, file quarterly reports, and prepare W-2s at year-end. Payroll starts at $75 per month for up to three employees. We also offer one-time payroll setup and training if you prefer to run it yourself.
Can you help with nonprofits?
Yes. Our team has significant experience working with nonprofit organizations of different sizes, including fund accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. It's one of our areas of focus.
How quickly do you respond?
Within 24 hours on business days. If something is urgent, call us directly and we'll prioritize it.
How soon can you start?
Usually within a week. If your books need cleanup first, we start there. If everything is current, we move straight into regular monthly service.
Tampa Bay's Small Business CPA Firm
First Step:
A Short Conversation
Tell us about your business and where you need support. We'll walk through your situation, answer your questions, and give you a clear quote.