Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Accounting & Tax Services in Seattle
Hawthorne & Co. CPAs & Co. CPAs has been dedicated to providing personalized accounting and financial advisory services since 1962. Founded on the principle of delivering individualized attention, we serve clients throughout the Puget Sound region with expertise in tax planning, financial statements, estate planning, and business consulting. Our team of certified professionals combines decades of experience with a commitment to technical excellence and client-focused solutions. We prioritize proactive service, timely execution, and continuous professional development to ensure our clients' financial success. Recognized for our community involvement and industry leadership, we maintain memberships in prestigious organizations like the AICPA and Washington Society of CPAs.With a legacy of trust built over 60 years, we remain focused on cultivating long-term relationships through transparency and accountability. Our multilingual capabilities and tailored approach address the unique needs of individuals and businesses alike, ensuring clarity in complex financial landscapes. By integrating innovative systems with personalized guidance, we empower clients to achieve their financial goals while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism.
Services
Tax Preparation
Accounting Services
Estate Planning
Financial Statements
QuickBooks Consulting
Payroll Services
Retirement Planning
Business Consulting
Inventory Control Systems
Multilingual Services
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in accounting services since 1962
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive industry knowledge
- We offer multilingual services in six languages to accommodate diverse clients
- We maintain active memberships in leading professional organizations like AICPA
- We provide tailored financial solutions with a focus on client education
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare individual, partnership, corporate, and nonprofit tax returns while optimizing deductions and ensuring compliance. Our experts stay current with evolving tax laws to minimize liabilities and maximize refunds. Clients receive strategic year-round tax planning advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
Accounting Services
From payroll processing to financial statement preparation, we handle complete accounting cycles for businesses. Our services include system development, cash management, and expense control solutions that improve financial visibility and operational efficiency for organizations of all sizes.
Estate Planning
We develop comprehensive estate plans incorporating wills, trusts, and gift strategies to protect assets and facilitate smooth wealth transfer. Our approach coordinates with legal professionals to create customized solutions aligned with clients' long-term legacy goals and family needs.
Business Consulting
Our consultants provide strategic guidance for business startups, mergers and acquisitions, and operational improvements. We offer CFO-level support for nonprofits and inventory control systems that enhance profitability through data-driven decision-making and process optimization.
QuickBooks Consulting
We specialize in QuickBooks setup, training, and troubleshooting to streamline financial operations. Our experts implement customized accounting systems that improve accuracy in financial reporting while integrating seamlessly with existing business workflows and growth objectives.
People
Dave Hawthorne
President
Certified Public Accountant with over 40 years of experience, leading the firm since 1991. Specializes in tax strategy and business succession planning while maintaining the founding principles of personalized client service.
Theresa Christianson
Manager Accountant
Experienced accountant overseeing financial reporting and client advisory services. Brings 15+ years of expertise in corporate accounting solutions and tax compliance for medium-sized businesses across multiple industries.
Dorine Nyman
Senior Accountant
Enrolled Agent with specialized knowledge in complex tax returns and estate planning. Provides technical guidance to staff while managing high-net-worth individual client portfolios with meticulous attention to detail.
Racheal Kolawole
In-Charge Accountant
Lead accountant supervising audit engagements and financial statement preparation. Expertise in nonprofit accounting standards and regulatory compliance, ensuring accurate reporting for tax-exempt organizations.
Madison Dunn
Operations Manager
Manages day-to-day office operations and client communications. Coordinates team workflows to maintain efficiency while ensuring seamless service delivery across all departments within the firm.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, financial statements, payroll services, QuickBooks consulting, and business accounting solutions tailored to individual and corporate needs.
Do you serve businesses outside Seattle?
Yes, we serve clients throughout the Puget Sound region, including Burien, Normandy Park, and surrounding areas.
Are your accountants certified professionals?
All our senior accountants are Certified Public Accountants or Enrolled Agents with decades of combined industry experience.
Can you assist with estate and retirement planning?
Yes, we offer comprehensive estate planning, trust management, and retirement strategy development to secure your financial future.
Do you offer multilingual accounting support?
Our team provides services in Cantonese, English, German, Korean, Mandarin, and Vietnamese to better serve diverse clients.
Reviews (6)
Christine Marion
May 08, 2022
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Tax return had multiple errors. Constantly late and needing extra time to finish up. Repeatedly heard from employees that are understaffed.
Natalie R.
Jun 06, 2021
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Average. Was quoted 1/2 what I paid for a very simple return. Questions went unanswered for weeks. I won't use them again.
Dan Chaney
Oct 27, 2019
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They must have some faithful customers they pay attention to, but it wasn't me. Left after 13 years of trying to get them to pay attention to a simple Special Needs Trust for my sister. Oh well.
Elaine AuntLaine Fp
Oct 11, 2019
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I have found the staff at Hawthorn and Company more than friendly and competent. I am trying to work a rather complicated situation, and they have gone out of their way to be helpful. I will update this again after we get all our tasks completed, but so far we are more than happy.
David T.
Jan 12, 2019
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A few years back they did some work for my mom. Incompetent would be a generous statement. During the process, my 80+ year old mom got a call from one of the staff accountants asking about some notes on her documents WRITTEN BY HAWTHORNE. They then lost some documents which we had to get new copies. Finally they've been trying to re-bill my mom for $75 for the next three years even though she owes them nothing. We've complained and they said they'd fix it, but we just got another bill. Avoid this business!
Jeff M.
Nov 19, 2016
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Poor communication regarding delays. Sent me a large packet of someone else's documents. Missed deadlines without warning or explanation. I have been a client for years but have lost all confidence.
