Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Chicago
At STE, we are committed to helping clients succeed through a holistic approach to tax, accounting, and business advisory services. Our team of certified public accountants and consultants delivers personalized solutions tailored to the unique needs of businesses, families, and individuals. With expertise spanning from small startups to international corporations, we prioritize building deep relationships to understand client goals and provide actionable insights. Our focus on compliance, strategic planning, and proactive advice ensures clients are prepared for future challenges.We combine decades of experience with a commitment to staying current on evolving tax laws, regulations, and technologies. Our personalized service, urgency in addressing client needs, and dedication to exceeding expectations have earned us long-term trust. Whether managing payroll, optimizing tax strategies, or guiding business growth, we aim to be a reliable partner in our clients' success.
Services
Tax Services
Payroll Services
Bookkeeping
Estate Planning
Sales Tax Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of experience in accounting and tax services for businesses of all sizes.
- Our team provides tailored solutions aligned with your unique financial goals.
- We ensure compliance with evolving tax laws and multi-state regulations.
- Our certified professionals specialize in payroll, bookkeeping, and business advisory services.
- Clients praise our responsiveness, expertise, and personalized approach.
What people say
Knowledgeable and welcoming
Instrumental in business growth
Professional and efficient
Feel like family
Experts in all areas
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services include compliance, audit representation, and strategic planning for businesses and individuals. We specialize in multi-state tax regulations, minimizing liabilities while ensuring adherence to federal and local laws. Clients benefit from proactive advice on deductions, credits, and long-term tax efficiency.
Payroll Services
We streamline payroll processing for small to mid-sized businesses, handling tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and compliance reporting. Our services include direct deposit, certified payroll for government contracts, and union payroll management to ensure accuracy and regulatory adherence.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services organize financial data using QuickBooks software, providing real-time access for budgeting, loans, or tax preparation. We offer full-cycle support, from daily transactions to monthly reconciliations, tailored to business size and complexity.
Estate Planning
We assist in creating estate plans to protect assets and minimize tax exposure. Our accountants develop strategies to preserve wealth, ensure proper distribution, and navigate estate tax regulations for individuals and families.
Sales Tax Compliance
Our experts ensure compliance with state and local sales tax laws, including nexus reviews and multi-state filings. We identify tax exposure areas and optimize compliance strategies for businesses operating across jurisdictions.
People
Michael Valek
President
Michael Valek leads STE with a focus on client success through holistic financial strategies. He emphasizes personalized service and compliance expertise, ensuring clients navigate complex tax and business challenges effectively.
Questions
What accounting services does STE offer?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll, tax compliance, financial reporting, and business advisory services tailored to your business size and industry needs.
Do you handle multi-state tax compliance?
Yes, our experts specialize in multi-state sales tax, nexus analysis, and federal tax regulations for businesses operating across jurisdictions.
Can you assist with certified payroll for government contracts?
Yes, we manage certified payroll reporting, including WH-347 forms and compliance with prevailing wage requirements for government contracts.
What sets STE apart from other accounting firms?
We combine personalized service, deep industry expertise, and proactive advice to build long-term partnerships focused on client success.
Are your services available for small businesses?
Yes, we serve small to mid-sized businesses with scalable solutions for payroll, tax planning, and financial management.
Reviews (4)
Jaime Koziol
Mar 11, 2021
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My husband has operated his painting business since 2004, first as a sole proprietorship and later as an S corporation. STE has been instrumental in helping him grow his business and remain in compliance. I cannot thank Mike, Marybeth, Jim, and Lisa enough for helping him get organized and stay that way. They have truly been the business office he needed in order to focus on the part of his business he enjoys - painting and customer service Their professional staff literally have never let him down - payroll, state taxes, federal taxes, consultation, ledger reconciliation, profit and loss sheets, and probably lots of things I don't even know about! Hiring this firm was the best decision he could have made. He looks forward to visiting the office, everyone makes him feel like family. I appreciate their professionalism and efficiency. Thank you STE!
Terry McCarthy
May 09, 2020
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Everyone at STE has been amazing. As a small business owner it is essential to have people on your team that are experts in all areas. When it comes to finance and taxes Jim and the team at STE fill that need. Thanks for being great at what you do and always be there!
Denise Schalk
Jan 11, 2020
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STE has been handling our personal, business accounting, and payroll for years. They are knowledgeable, easy to reach, and very welcoming. Would definitely recommend them.
Lucjan Wilczek
May 15, 2019
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Charged my parents $150 for taxes and was told we own the government almost $6,000 we took it somewhere else and we only own the government 800 dollars. they made us wait a few days saying that they can maybe do something about it but didn't do anything about it. And still had to pay them 150$ and 6k to government. I would not recommend coming here. We're lucky we went somewhere else and get our taxes Done with another company.
