Business Details
Trusted Accounting & Tax Services in Traverse City
L.E. Williams & Co. has been delivering personalized financial guidance to individuals and businesses in Traverse City, MI, since 1985. Our firm combines technical expertise with a client-centric approach, specializing in tax planning, financial consulting, and business valuation services. With Certified Public Accountants on staff, we prioritize proactive solutions to enhance clients' financial positions and long-term success. Our team's deep understanding of local market dynamics enables tailored strategies for tax optimization and business growth. We maintain high standards of professionalism while fostering transparent communication to address clients' evolving financial needs.Through decades of service, we've built a reputation for reliability in accounting, payroll management, and collaborative divorce financial planning. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures clients benefit from up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations and industry best practices. By focusing on comprehensive financial analysis, we help clients navigate complex economic challenges with confidence. Our collaborative approach extends to divorce proceedings, where we provide neutral financial expertise to support equitable resolutions. This dedication to specialized accounting services has established us as a trusted partner for Traverse City's business community.
Services
Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Business Valuation
Financial Consulting
Collaborative Divorce
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined CPA experience in Traverse City's business community
- Our team provides personalized, one-on-one financial consulting services
- Certified Public Accountants deliver specialized tax planning expertise
- We specialize in collaborative divorce financial solutions with neutral analysis
- Proactive approach to year-round tax planning and business valuation services
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services optimize financial positions through strategic analysis of current and emerging tax regulations. We develop customized strategies for individuals and businesses to minimize liabilities while maintaining compliance. Our Certified Public Accountants provide year-round guidance to maximize savings and support long-term financial objectives.
Business Valuation
We deliver comprehensive business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning. Our analysis considers market conditions, financial performance, and industry-specific factors to determine accurate valuations. This service supports informed decision-making for ownership transitions and strategic growth initiatives.
Collaborative Divorce
Our neutral financial expertise supports collaborative divorce proceedings through asset analysis and tax impact assessments. We help couples understand financial implications of settlements while maintaining impartiality. This service facilitates equitable resolutions without adversarial litigation processes.
Payroll Services
We implement efficient payroll systems that ensure compliance with tax regulations and labor laws. Our services include processing, tax reporting, and year-end statement preparation. Clients benefit from streamlined operations and accurate, timely payment processing solutions.
Financial Consulting
Our financial consulting services provide strategic guidance for business growth and personal wealth management. We analyze financial statements, develop cash flow projections, and create customized plans to achieve specific financial goals through data-driven recommendations.
People
Lawrence E. Williams
President & Owner
Certified Public Accountant with 40+ years of experience in tax planning and business valuation. MSU graduate specializing in collaborative divorce financial analysis and small business consulting.
James D. McWilliams
CPA
Certified Public Accountant with expertise in corporate taxation and financial management. MSU graduate providing tax compliance solutions for small businesses and individuals across multiple industries.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax planning, business valuation, payroll processing, financial consulting, and collaborative divorce financial services for Traverse City businesses and individuals.
How can tax planning benefit my business?
Our proactive tax planning identifies savings opportunities, ensures compliance, and develops strategies to minimize liabilities while supporting your business growth objectives throughout the year.
What role do you play in collaborative divorce?
We serve as neutral financial experts analyzing asset distributions, tax implications, and long-term financial impacts to support equitable divorce settlements without adversarial litigation.
How do you handle business valuations?
Our valuations consider financial performance, market conditions, and industry benchmarks to determine accurate business valuations for sales, mergers, or succession planning purposes.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Traverse City and surrounding Northern Michigan communities, providing accounting and financial services to local businesses and residents.
Reviews (2)
Sally Roth
Feb 26, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness I wish this system would have allowed me to give zero stars because I have had to file a pricey extension on my taxes three years in a row. My grandma hired him years ago for estate reasons, otherwise I would have broken ties with him long ago.
Shawn Antol
Sep 01, 2017
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Larry's team has always been fast to respond to my tax related questions and has reasonable tax-filing rates. I highly recommend them.
