Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Dental Accounting & Financial Services in Columbia, SC
Founded in 2001, Kaucher & Associates has dedicated over two decades to guiding dental professionals through financial and strategic challenges. As a woman-owned firm led by BJ Kaucher, we combine deep industry expertise with personalized service to address the unique needs of dental practices at every stage. Our team specializes in tax and accounting, wealth and risk planning, practice management, and transitions, ensuring clients receive comprehensive support tailored to their growth objectives.With a commitment to integrity and stewardship, we prioritize proactive communication and education, empowering dental professionals to focus on delivering exceptional care while we handle complex financial matters. Our collaborative approach, symbolized by the bee's values of diligence and teamwork, drives our mission to be trusted partners in our clients' long-term success.
Services
Tax Planning
Wealth Management
Practice Transitions
HR Consulting
Strategic Marketing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 24+ years of specialized dental accounting expertise
- Our team provides proactive financial guidance tailored to dental practices
- Woman-owned firm with certified CPAs and industry-specific knowledge
- Comprehensive support from startup to retirement planning
- Proven track record in dental practice transitions and valuations
Services
Tax & Accounting
Our specialized tax and accounting services address the unique needs of dental professionals. We handle entity formation, tax return preparation, financial reporting, and compliance with dental industry-specific regulations. Our team stays current with evolving tax codes to maximize deductions while ensuring accuracy and timely filings for both individual practitioners and dental corporations.
Practice Transitions
We provide comprehensive support for dental practice transitions including valuation, buyer/seller representation, and transaction structuring. Our services cover due diligence, tax planning, and negotiation strategies to ensure smooth ownership changes while protecting clients' financial interests throughout the transition process.
Wealth Planning
Our wealth planning services focus on long-term financial security for dental professionals. This includes retirement strategy development, investment management, risk assessment, and estate planning tailored to the unique cash flow patterns and financial goals of dental practice owners at various career stages.
Practice Management
We help optimize dental practice operations through customized management consulting. Services include financial performance analysis, cost reduction strategies, billing process improvements, and HR policy development specifically designed to enhance efficiency and profitability in dental practices.
Strategic Marketing
Our marketing services combine industry expertise with data-driven strategies to grow dental practices. We develop targeted marketing plans, analyze patient demographics, and implement branding initiatives that align with practice goals while maintaining financial accountability and measurable ROI.
People
BJ Kaucher
Owner
Certified public accountant with 25+ years of dental industry experience. Graduated from The Ohio State University, BJ specializes in dental tax strategy and business advisory services. Active in the Academy of Dental CPAs and former lecturer at OSU Dental School.
Dave Kaucher
CEO
CEO of Spectrum Wealth Advisors with expertise in retirement plans and dental transitions. Leads practice valuation and brokerage services. Active in dental wealth management for over 20 years with dual focus on financial planning and practice sales.
Christy Shealy
Tax Manager
Tax Manager with 20+ years of experience preparing corporate and personal tax returns. Provides strategic tax planning guidance to dental clients while maintaining expertise in complex dental practice financial structures and compliance requirements.
Donna Hornsby
Staff Accountant
CPA with 20+ years of experience supporting dental clients. Focuses on accurate financial reporting and personalized client service. Brings extensive accounting background and attention to detail to client engagements.
Sarah Martin
SALT Manager
Manages state and local tax compliance including property tax filings and sales tax returns. Oversees internal operations and project management while maintaining expertise in multi-jurisdictional tax requirements affecting dental practices.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer specifically for dental practices?
We provide tax planning, financial reporting, compliance services, and business advisory tailored to dental professionals' unique needs.
How do you assist with dental practice transitions?
We offer valuation services, buyer/seller representation, transaction structuring, and tax planning for practice sales or ownership changes.
What sets your firm apart from general accounting practices?
Our exclusive focus on dental professionals provides industry-specific expertise in tax strategy, practice management, and transitions.
Do you help with retirement planning for dentists?
Yes, we specialize in retirement strategy development, investment management, and estate planning for dental professionals.
How do you handle multi-state tax compliance?
Our SALT specialists manage state and local tax filings including property taxes, sales taxes, and unclaimed property reporting.
Can you assist with starting a new dental practice?
We provide startup support including entity formation, financial structuring, and strategic planning for new dental practices.
