Greensboro CPA Firm for S-Corps & Small Businesses

Looking for a CPA in Greensboro? SDO CPA provides virtual tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and fractional CFO services to Greensboro businesses specializing in S-Corps and partnerships. We provide upfront estimates — if scope changes, we discuss it first. Schedule a free consultation.
Serena Do, CPA — Managing Partner of SDO CPA

Serena Do, CPA

Managing Partner | Duncanville, TX (Serving Greensboro Virtually)

18+ Years Experience | AICPA Member

Licensed CPA — Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

With 18+ years of experience helping business owners across the country, I bring specialized expertise to Greensboro’s Manufacturing, Logistics, Healthcare economy. Whether you’re managing manufacturing cost accounting and multi-state distribution complexity or capitalizing on the Piedmont Triad’s $12 billion+ annual manufacturing output, SDO CPA provides the virtual accounting support your business needs.

We offer cloud-based tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and fractional CFO services designed for Greensboro business owners who want proactive guidance — not just annual tax filing.

Key Takeaways: Greensboro CPA Services

  • Virtual CPA services — Full tax, bookkeeping, and advisory support without geographic limitations
  • North Carolina tax expertise — North Carolina has a 2.5% corporate tax rate dropping to 0% by 2030 planning and multi-state compliance
  • Industry focus — Specialized experience with Manufacturing, Logistics, Healthcare
  • 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 Greensboro, NC

Greensboro anchors the Piedmont Triad, one of North Carolina’s most productive manufacturing regions with over $12 billion in annual output. With more than 300,000 residents, the city is home to Kontoor Brands (Lee and Wrangler parent company), Volvo Trucks North America headquarters, and a dense corridor of advanced manufacturing, textile, and logistics companies along the I-40 and I-85 interchange. Guilford County’s diverse economy spans automotive parts, food processing, furniture manufacturing, and a growing healthcare sector centered around Cone Health’s system of hospitals and clinics.

North Carolina’s business-friendly tax structure includes a 2.5% corporate tax rate that’s scheduled to drop to 0% by 2030, making entity selection decisions particularly important for Greensboro manufacturers weighing S-Corp pass-through taxation against future C-Corp advantages. Manufacturing businesses along the Gate City Boulevard industrial corridor face cost accounting challenges with raw material tracking, work-in-process inventory, and multi-state sales tax obligations when shipping finished goods across state lines. The state’s economic nexus thresholds require careful monitoring for businesses with growing out-of-state sales.

SDO CPA works with Greensboro business owners across manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare to manage cost accounting systems, optimize entity structures for North Carolina’s evolving corporate tax rate, and track multi-state nexus obligations. Whether you’re running a manufacturing operation near PTI Airport or growing a logistics company along the I-85 corridor, we provide monthly bookkeeping and fractional CFO services designed for the Piedmont Triad’s industrial economy.

North Carolina Tax Planning Tip

North Carolina’s corporate tax rate is currently 2.5% and is scheduled to drop to 0% by 2030. This makes timing decisions critical for Greensboro business owners. S-Corp owners should model whether maintaining pass-through status or converting to C-Corp status will produce better results as the corporate rate declines. Additionally, North Carolina offers economic development incentives including the Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG) for qualifying manufacturers creating jobs in the Piedmont Triad region.

Greensboro is home to approximately 25,000 small businesses and a population of over 300,000. From Manufacturing, Logistics, Healthcare to professional services, Greensboro business owners need CPAs who understand manufacturing cost accounting and multi-state distribution complexity and can provide year-round tax planning — not just compliance.

CPA Services for Greensboro Businesses

Common Challenges for Greensboro Business Owners

Challenge

Greensboro businesses often face manufacturing cost accounting and multi-state distribution complexity, 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 Greensboro’s business environment, helping you handle manufacturing cost accounting and multi-state distribution complexity with confidence.

Challenge

Many Greensboro 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 Greensboro 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.

“Our manufacturing company ships to 15 states and the nexus tracking was a mess. SDO CPA streamlined our multi-state compliance and identified $12,800 in R&D credits we’d never claimed on our production process improvements.”
— Patricia W., Manufacturing business owner in Greensboro

How to Get Started With SDO CPA

1

Schedule Your Free Consultation

Book a call to discuss your Greensboro business, current financial setup, and goals.

2

Get Your Custom Proposal

Receive a clear proposal with upfront estimates — if scope changes, we discuss it first.

3

Seamless Onboarding

We connect to your QuickBooks or Xero and organize your books within 30 days.

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Ongoing Partnership

Monthly reports, proactive tax planning, and year-round CPA access.

Why Greensboro Business Owners Choose SDO CPA

North Carolina Tax Expertise

We understand North Carolina has a 2.5% corporate tax rate dropping to 0% by 2030 and help Greensboro 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 Greensboro 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

How much does a CPA cost for a small business in Greensboro?
At SDO CPA, bookkeeping starts at $300-$500 per month for a single entity. Full-service packages including bookkeeping, tax planning, and advisory range from $1,000-$2,000 per month with upfront estimates — if scope changes, we discuss it first. View our pricing.
Can a virtual CPA serve my Greensboro business?
Yes. CPAs can prepare tax returns and provide accounting services for clients in any state. SDO CPA serves Greensboro businesses through secure cloud-based tools including QuickBooks Online, Gusto, and encrypted document sharing with the same quality as a local firm.
Do you specialize in Manufacturing businesses?
Yes. Greensboro’s Manufacturing sector has unique accounting needs including cost of goods sold tracking, raw material inventory valuation, work-in-process accounting, and R&D tax credit documentation that we address with tailored solutions.
What is the difference between a bookkeeper and a CPA?
A bookkeeper records transactions and maintains financial records. A CPA is a state-licensed professional who can prepare and sign tax returns, provide tax planning advice, represent you before the IRS, and offer strategic financial guidance that bookkeepers cannot.
Do you offer fractional CFO services for Greensboro businesses?
Yes. Our fractional CFO services provide cash flow forecasting, budgeting, financial modeling, and strategic planning for Greensboro businesses generating $500K+ in revenue that need financial leadership without a full-time hire.
Should my Greensboro business be an S-Corp or LLC?
It depends on your net income. Generally, businesses earning over $60,000 in net profit may save on self-employment taxes by electing S-Corp status. Use our S-Corp tax calculator to estimate savings, then schedule a consultation for personalized analysis.
How quickly does SDO CPA respond to questions?
We respond to all client inquiries within one business day. For urgent tax matters, we prioritize same-day responses. You’ll have direct access to your CPA — no call centers or gatekeepers.
What accounting software do you work with?
We work with QuickBooks Online, Xero, Gusto for payroll, and Ramp for expense management. We’ll recommend the best setup for your Greensboro business during your free consultation. Learn about our bookkeeping services.

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Also Serving the Piedmont Triad

SDO CPA provides virtual CPA services to businesses throughout the Piedmont Triad and North Carolina.

Ready to Work With a CPA Who Understands Greensboro Businesses?

Schedule your free consultation today. We’ll analyze your tax situation and provide an upfront estimate with no obligation.

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Licensing & Service Disclaimer: SDO CPA LLC is a Texas-licensed CPA firm serving clients in North Carolina under CPA practice mobility provisions. We do not maintain a physical office in North Carolina — all services are delivered remotely via secure video, phone, and digital collaboration tools. SDO CPA does not hold a CPA license in North Carolina. Services requiring CPA licensure are performed by Texas-licensed CPAs. We do not provide attest services (audits, reviews, or compilations). Per Texas State Board of Public Accountancy regulations (22 TAC §501.82).