Business Details
Trusted Accounting and Audit Services
LaPadula Carlson + Co stands as a dependable, all-encompassing public accounting and auditing firm with over five decades of unwavering experience and expertise. Founded by Dan LaPadula, our philosophy centers on providing personalized service at competitive rates while prioritizing clients as our most valuable asset. Our diverse clientele includes non-public commercial entities, construction contractors, employee benefit plans, labor unions, and not-for-profits across the southwest, southeast, and northeast regions.With offices in Coral Gables, FL, and New York City, we combine the resources of a large firm with the personalized attention of a boutique practice. Our professionals deliver sound guidance to enhance revenues, reduce taxes, and optimize efficiency, ensuring timely filings free from penalties. We maintain memberships in prestigious organizations like AICPA and the Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center, underscoring our commitment to quality and compliance.
Services
Assurance Services
Employee Benefit Plan Audits
Labor Union Audits
Payroll Compliance Audits
Forensic Accounting
Small Business Services
Tax Planning
Business Advisory
401(k) Audits
Litigation Support
Highlights and features
- We offer Certified Public Accountants with 40+ years of experience in ERISA plan audits.
- Our team ensures timely government filings with the IRS and OLMS, avoiding penalties.
- We provide tailored solutions for labor organizations, including monthly accounting and forensic services.
- Our professionals hold memberships in prestigious accounting organizations, guaranteeing audit quality.
- We combine the resources of a large firm with personalized, responsive client service.
Associations and certifications
- AICPA
- Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center
- State Accounting Societies
Services
Assurance Services
Our assurance services focus on evaluating financial statements and systems for accuracy and compliance. We adhere to FASB, DOL, and IRS standards while offering innovative virtual auditing procedures. Our peer-reviewed processes ensure reliability and quality, supporting informed business decisions.
Employee Benefit Plan Audits
We specialize in ERISA-compliant audits for single and multi-employer benefit plans. Our services include Form 5500 preparation, internal control reviews, and fiduciary process evaluations. We guarantee timely filings and quality through peer reviews and AICPA membership.
Payroll Compliance Audits
Our payroll compliance audits verify employer adherence to collective bargaining agreements. We identify classification errors, jurisdictional issues, and alter-ego companies while ensuring IRS and DOL compliance. Our audits prevent penalties and enhance trust fund integrity.
Forensic and Litigation Support
We provide forensic accounting services for mergers, bankruptcies, fraud investigations, and litigation. Our Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) professionals deliver expert testimony, damage quantification, and evidence-based analysis in commercial and legal disputes.
Small Business Services
We offer tax planning, budgeting, and operational advisory services for small businesses. Our solutions include buy/lease analysis, employee benefit plans, wage compliance reviews, and strategic growth planning tailored to S corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
People
Daniel LaPadula
Executive Senior Partner
With over 40 years in public accounting, Daniel LaPadula founded LCC to provide personalized audit and consulting services. He specializes in employee benefit plans and has led the firms expansion across multiple regions.
Sharon Carlson
Managing Partner
Sharon Carlson oversees firm operations and client relations. Her expertise includes labor union audits and compliance, ensuring timely filings and tailored financial strategies for diverse organizations.
David Marino
Audit Partner
David Marino leads audit engagements with a focus on quality and adherence to regulatory standards. He specializes in ERISA plans and forensic accounting, offering strategic guidance for complex compliance challenges.
Questions
What services does LaPadula Carlson + Co offer?
We provide assurance audits, employee benefit plan services, payroll compliance audits, forensic accounting, tax planning, and specialized support for labor unions and small businesses.
Which industries do you serve?
Our clients include construction firms, employee benefit funds, labor organizations, not-for-profits, and small to mid-sized businesses across the U.S.
How do you ensure audit quality?
We follow AICPA guidelines, undergo peer reviews, and maintain memberships in quality assurance centers to guarantee reliable, compliant audit outcomes.
Are your services available remotely?
Yes, we use virtual auditing tools to deliver uninterrupted services nationwide, ensuring efficiency and regulatory compliance.
What sets you apart from other accounting firms?
We combine decades of experience with personalized service, offering tailored solutions backed by specialized expertise in niche areas like ERISA plans.
Reviews (2)
Erik Hjartnes
Apr 07, 2022
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I was employed by LaPadula, Carlson & Co, CPAs for over 3 years as an auditor before starting my own firm. I found the partners were always very accessible, competent, helpful, kind, and very easy to work with. They taught me how to audit and advance my professional skills. I have nothing but positive things to say about LaPadula, Carlson & Co.
Gustavo Gamero
Mar 13, 2022
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To me LaPadula Carlson is a great place to learn and growth as a professional. Benefits are great and the team is amazing. I totally disagree with the comment about the partners. To me they were great, friendly, genuine and very professional. Coming from a Big 4 and other CPA firms you realize that not every partner is open to have an approach with you, at LCC, I had the opportunity to learn straight from them. Always with a good attitude and willing to teach you.
