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Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Bellingham
Archer Group has built a reputation as a trusted accounting firm dedicated to delivering exceptional service through a combination of expertise, responsiveness, and quality. With decades of collective experience, our team specializes in tax resolution, QuickBooks consulting, and comprehensive financial services for individuals and businesses. Our professionals hold certifications in critical areas like IRS audit representation and payroll software development, ensuring clients receive technically sound solutions. We prioritize personalized attention, offering services ranging from strategic business planning to elder care financial management. Our commitment to transparency and ethical practices has earned us recognition as a leader in the Bellingham accounting community.By focusing on continuous education and industry-specific insights, we help clients navigate complex tax codes and financial challenges. Our track record includes resolving back taxes, optimizing cash flow, and guiding businesses through succession planning. We differentiate ourselves through a client-centric approach that combines technical proficiency with practical, real-world advice. Our team's diverse expertise spans nonprofit organizations, small business accounting, and litigation support, making us a one-stop solution for financial needs. Through consistent communication and tailored strategies, we empower clients to achieve long-term financial stability and growth.
Services
Tax Preparation
QuickBooks Training
Payroll Services
IRS Audit Representation
Business Consulting
Elder Care Accounting
Cash Flow Management
Nonprofit Accounting
Strategic Planning
Litigation Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of IRS tax resolution expertise
- Our team includes QuickBooks certified professionals
- We provide personalized financial strategies for nonprofits
- Our staff has 56 years combined payroll processing experience
- We implement specialized succession planning methodologies
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation service ensures accurate and timely filing of individual and business tax returns. We specialize in complex tax situations including high-net-worth individuals and businesses with multiple revenue streams. Our certified professionals stay current with changing tax codes to maximize deductions while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.
QuickBooks Training
We offer certified QuickBooks training programs tailored to business owners and accounting professionals. Our instructors develop customized training modules that cover setup, daily operations, and advanced features. With hands-on instruction from software development experts, clients gain proficiency in financial management tools that streamline their accounting processes.
IRS Audit Representation
Our IRS audit representation service provides expert defense during tax examinations. Certified specialists with 20+ years of experience negotiate with tax authorities, prepare documentation, and develop resolution strategies. We represent clients in all audit stages from initial contact through appeals, working to minimize penalties and achieve favorable outcomes.
Payroll Services
We deliver comprehensive payroll solutions including tax withholding calculations, direct deposit processing, and regulatory compliance. Our systems integrate with accounting software to ensure accurate financial reporting. With 56 years of combined experience, we handle payroll for businesses of all sizes while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changing labor laws.
Business Consulting
Our business consulting service offers strategic guidance for growth and operational efficiency. We provide cash flow analysis, succession planning, and financial forecasting tailored to specific industries. With expertise in bank financing and internal controls, we help businesses develop sustainable growth strategies and improve financial decision-making processes.
People
Steven Lok
Managing Owner
With 20 years of experience in tax preparation and auditing, Steven specializes in high-wealth individual taxation and real estate accounting. He focuses on IRS tax resolution for complex cases.
Armaven Pogosyan
Managing Owner
15-year accounting veteran with expertise in financial accounting and software development for payroll systems. Former IPO specialist now leading technology integration initiatives for small-to-medium businesses.
Jo Anne Tell
Senior Bookkeeper
56-year bookkeeping expert with experience dating back to high school at her parents' CPA firm. Specializes in accurate financial record-keeping and system implementation for business clients.
Matt Burrows
Staff Accountant
CPA licensed since 2016 with expertise in business tax strategies. Graduated with accounting degree from Western Washington University and specializes in financial reporting compliance.
Levey Morgan
Firm Administrator
20-year customer service professional managing firm operations. Currently pursuing business degree while coordinating administrative functions and client service initiatives.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete small business accounting including bookkeeping, payroll processing, tax preparation, cash flow management, and strategic business planning tailored to local companies.
How can you help with IRS tax problems?
Our specialists handle IRS audits, back taxes owed, wage garnishments, and payment plans using proven strategies to resolve tax liens and levies efficiently.
Do you offer QuickBooks support for businesses?
Yes, we provide QuickBooks setup, training, and troubleshooting services with certified professionals who have developed specialized accounting software solutions.
What sets your firm apart from other accountants?
Our combination of IRS resolution expertise, 56 years of payroll experience, and personalized service from certified professionals creates unique value for clients.
Do you work with nonprofit organizations?
Yes, we specialize in nonprofit accounting, helping organizations maintain tax-exempt status through proper revenue and expense classification.
Reviews (1)
Cile Stanbrough
Mar 27, 2014
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I choose Archer Halliday to help me with my taxes because I wanted to do business with a small local business over a large corporation. I am a low income wage earner in health care services. I won't be returning mainly because the price they quoted me for their tax services was inflated by $50.00 when I received the bill and they didn't seem to consider it important to talk to me about it when I inquired with payment.
I got the feeling that I wasn't a big enough fish to bother with to them which is exactly what I was trying to avoid by going to a small local business. If choosing them as your accountants, I would get their service quote in writing.
I got the feeling that I wasn't a big enough fish to bother with to them which is exactly what I was trying to avoid by going to a small local business. If choosing them as your accountants, I would get their service quote in writing.
