Norwalk CPA Firm for S-Corps & Small Businesses

Looking for a CPA in Norwalk? SDO CPA provides virtual tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and fractional CFO services to Norwalk 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 Norwalk 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 Norwalk’s Media & Marketing, Financial Services, Technology economy. Whether you’re managing Creative and media professionals often have complex 1099 income streams from multiple clients, requiring careful quarterly estimated tax management or capitalizing on Norwalk’s SoNo district has become a creative economy hub, with media companies, design firms, and tech startups clustering along Washington Street, SDO CPA provides the virtual accounting support your business needs.

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

Key Takeaways: Norwalk CPA Services

  • Virtual CPA services — Full tax, bookkeeping, and advisory support without geographic limitations
  • Connecticut tax expertise — CT has 6.99% top individual rate. Pass-through entity tax (PTET) available at 6.99% for SALT cap workaround. No local income taxes. planning and multi-state compliance
  • Industry focus — Specialized experience with Media & Marketing, Financial Services, Technology
  • 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 Norwalk, CT

Norwalk blends Fairfield County’s corporate energy with a walkable creative economy centered in the South Norwalk (SoNo) district. The city hosts Priceline, Emcor Group, and Booking Holdings along the Route 7 corridor, alongside dozens of marketing agencies, design studios, and digital media firms in the SoNo arts district along Washington Street and North Main. The Merritt 7 corporate park houses financial services firms and tech companies that employ 12,000 workers within a mile of the Merritt Parkway. Norwalk Hospital, part of the Nuvance Health system, employs 2,800 and anchors the healthcare sector. The Sono Collection, a 700,000-square-foot retail destination, has drawn foot traffic that benefits surrounding restaurants and service businesses. Maritime Aquarium and the Oyster Shell Park waterfront attract 500,000 visitors annually to the harbor district. SDO CPA serves Norwalk’s creative professionals and agency owners with S-Corp structuring for 1099 consultants, quarterly estimated tax planning for variable-income earners, and PTET elections for partnership and S-Corp owners looking to bypass the SALT cap.

Connecticut Tax Planning Tip

Connecticut’s PTET allows S-Corps and partnerships to pay entity-level tax, generating a federal deduction to bypass the SALT cap. Combined with CT’s lack of local income taxes, proper entity structuring can significantly reduce overall tax burden for business owners.

Norwalk is home to 6,100+ small businesses and a population of 91,184. From Media & Marketing, Financial Services, Technology to professional services, Norwalk business owners need CPAs who understand Creative and media professionals often have complex 1099 income streams from multiple clients, requiring careful quarterly estimated tax management and can provide year-round tax planning — not just compliance.

CPA Services for Norwalk Businesses

Common Challenges for Norwalk Business Owners

Challenge

Norwalk businesses often face Creative and media professionals often have complex 1099 income streams from multiple clients, requiring careful quarterly estimated tax management, 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 Norwalk’s business environment, helping you handle Creative and media professionals often have complex 1099 income streams from multiple clients, requiring careful quarterly estimated tax management with confidence.

Challenge

Many Norwalk 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 Norwalk 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.

“As a Norwalk marketing agency owner with six-figure 1099 income, SDO CPA set up my S-Corp and saved me $22,400 in self-employment taxes. The quarterly planning keeps me from scrambling at year-end.”
— Allison K., Digital marketing agency owner in Norwalk

How to Get Started With SDO CPA

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Schedule Your Free Consultation

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

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Get Your Custom Proposal

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

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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 Norwalk Business Owners Choose SDO CPA

Connecticut Tax Expertise

We understand CT has 6.99% top individual rate. Pass-through entity tax (PTET) available at 6.99% for SALT cap workaround. No local income taxes. and help Norwalk 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 Norwalk 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 Norwalk?
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 Norwalk business?
Yes. CPAs can prepare tax returns and provide accounting services for clients in any state. SDO CPA serves Norwalk 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 Media & Marketing businesses?
Yes. Norwalk’s Media & Marketing sector has unique accounting needs including industry-specific deductions, revenue recognition, and compliance requirements 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 Norwalk businesses?
Yes. Our fractional CFO services provide cash flow forecasting, budgeting, financial modeling, and strategic planning for Norwalk businesses generating $500K+ in revenue that need financial leadership without a full-time hire.
Should my Norwalk 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 Norwalk business during your free consultation. Learn about our bookkeeping services.

Resources for Norwalk Business Owners

Also Serving Fairfield County

SDO CPA provides virtual CPA services to businesses throughout Fairfield County and Connecticut.

Ready to Work With a CPA Who Understands Norwalk 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 Disclaimer: SDO CPA LLC is a Texas-registered CPA firm providing tax preparation, bookkeeping, and advisory services to clients nationwide under CPA practice mobility provisions. SDO CPA does not hold a CPA license in Connecticut. Services requiring CPA licensure are performed by Texas-licensed CPAs. We do not provide attest services (audits, reviews, or compilations) for Connecticut entities. Per Texas State Board of Public Accountancy regulations (22 TAC §501.82).