Atlanta CPA Firm for S-Corps & Small Businesses
With 18+ years of experience helping business owners across the country, I bring specialized expertise to Atlanta’s Film & Entertainment, Technology, Logistics economy. Whether you’re managing film tax credit compliance and multi-state production accounting or capitalizing on Atlanta’s position as Hollywood East with 20%+10% film tax credits and 18 Fortune 500 HQs, SDO CPA provides the virtual accounting support your business needs.
We offer cloud-based tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and fractional CFO services designed for Atlanta business owners who want proactive guidance — not just annual tax filing.
Key Takeaways: Atlanta CPA Services
- Virtual CPA services — Full tax, bookkeeping, and advisory support without geographic limitations
- Georgia tax expertise — Georgia has a graduated state income tax (1% to 5.49%) that applies to pass-through entity income planning and multi-state compliance
- Industry focus — Specialized experience with Film & Entertainment, Technology, Logistics
- Transparent pricing — Upfront estimates starting at $300/month; if scope changes, we discuss it first
- Responsive support — Direct CPA access, same-day responses
Accounting & Tax Services in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta’s economy generates over $400 billion in annual metro GDP, making it the tenth-largest metro economy in the United States. The city’s Midtown tech corridor and Buckhead financial district house thousands of growing companies, from fintech startups to established consulting firms. Georgia’s film tax credit program offers a 20% base credit plus a 10% uplift for including the Georgia peach logo, drawing $4+ billion in annual production spending to studios in DeKalb County and Fayette County.
Georgia’s graduated income tax tops out at 5.49%, and the state’s pass-through entity tax election (PTET) gives S-Corp and partnership owners a workaround for the federal $10,000 SALT deduction cap. For Atlanta businesses selling products or services across state lines, nexus rules create multi-state filing obligations that require careful tracking. Companies along the Hartsfield-Jackson airport logistics corridor face additional complexity managing inventory across jurisdictions.
SDO CPA works with Atlanta business owners across film production, technology, and logistics to structure entities, optimize Georgia film tax credits, and manage the interplay between Georgia’s graduated income tax and federal obligations. For businesses in the Atlanta Tech Village ecosystem or the Westside Provisions creative district, we provide monthly bookkeeping and fractional CFO services scaled to your stage of growth.
Georgia Tax Planning Tip
Georgia’s graduated income tax tops out at 5.49% for income above $10,000. S-Corp owners should calculate whether Georgia’s pass-through entity tax election (PTET) provides a federal deduction that offsets the SALT cap. For businesses generating $200K+ in Georgia-source income, the PTET election can save $5,000-$15,000 annually.
CPA Services for Atlanta Businesses
Business Tax Preparation
Federal and Georgia business tax returns for LLCs, S-Corps, partnerships, and sole proprietors.
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Monthly bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, and financial statements using QuickBooks or Xero.
Payroll Services
Full-service payroll processing, tax deposits, and quarterly filings through Gusto integration.
Tax Planning & Strategy
Proactive tax planning to minimize liability through entity selection, retirement contributions, and timing strategies.
Fractional CFO
Cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial strategy for growing Atlanta businesses.
S-Corp Tax Services
Reasonable compensation analysis, QBI optimization, and S-Corp election guidance for Atlanta business owners.
Common Challenges for Atlanta Business Owners
Challenge
Atlanta businesses often face managing film tax credit compliance and multi-state production accounting, making tax planning and cash flow management more complex than standard approaches allow.
Our Approach
We provide proactive tax planning and fractional CFO services tailored to Atlanta’s business environment, helping you handle film tax credit compliance and multi-state production accounting with confidence.
Challenge
Many Atlanta business owners struggle to get timely responses from their CPA, especially during busy seasons when questions are most urgent.
Our Approach
SDO CPA provides direct access to your CPA team with same-day response times. No call centers, no waiting weeks for answers.
Challenge
Tax preparation alone doesn’t help Atlanta business owners understand their financial position or make informed decisions throughout the year.
Our Approach
We deliver monthly financial reports with actionable insights, helping you understand cash flow, profitability, and tax liability before year-end.
“SDO CPA helped our Midtown Atlanta production company properly claim Georgia’s 30% film tax credit and restructure as an S-Corp. They reduced our combined tax bill by $22,000.”— Marcus D., Film production company owner in Atlanta
How to Get Started With SDO CPA
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Book a call to discuss your Atlanta business, current financial setup, and goals.
Get Your Custom Proposal
Receive a clear proposal with upfront estimates — if scope changes, we discuss it first.
Seamless Onboarding
We connect to your QuickBooks or Xero and organize your books within 30 days.
Ongoing Partnership
Monthly reports, proactive tax planning, and year-round CPA access.
Why Atlanta Business Owners Choose SDO CPA
Georgia Tax Expertise
We understand Georgia has a graduated state income tax (1% to 5.49%) that applies to pass-through entity income and help Atlanta businesses maximize tax advantages while managing federal obligations and multi-state complexity.
Transparent Pricing
Clear monthly estimates for standard services. We scope your needs upfront and communicate before any additional work. See our pricing.
Cloud-Based & Virtual
Access your financials anywhere. We work with QuickBooks Online, Xero, Gusto, and Ramp to keep your Atlanta business running smoothly.
S-Corp & Partnership Specialists
Our clients are pass-through entity owners. We handle reasonable compensation analysis, K-1 preparation, QBI optimization, and entity selection.
Responsive Communication
Get answers when you need them. Our team responds within one business day, and you’ll have direct access to your CPA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Resources for Atlanta Business Owners
Also Serving Metro Atlanta
SDO CPA provides virtual CPA services to businesses throughout Metro Atlanta and Georgia.
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