Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Services in Council Bluffs
Established in 1991, Dickinson & Clark has built a reputation as a trusted accounting firm serving Council Bluffs, Southwest Iowa, Eastern Nebraska, and surrounding areas. Our team of licensed professionals brings over 20 years of combined experience in accounting, tax services, and strategic consulting. We specialize in delivering tailored financial solutions for individuals and businesses across industries including farming, construction, real estate, and professional services. Our approach emphasizes proactive tax planning, accurate record-keeping, and personalized advisory services to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes. With a focus on long-term client relationships, we prioritize transparency, expertise, and community engagement.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our memberships with the AICPA, Iowa Society of CPAs, and Nebraska Society of CPAs. We leverage cutting-edge tools like Xero and Figured to provide data-driven insights for agricultural clients. Our leadership team combines deep local knowledge with national certification standards to ensure compliance and strategic growth. By addressing both immediate financial needs and long-term planning, we aim to be a comprehensive partner in our clients' success. Our dedication to quality service has earned consistent praise from clients who value our dependability, communication, and technical proficiency.
Services
Agri-Insights
Consulting
Tax Services
Accounting
Payroll Management
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in accounting and tax services.
- Our team includes certified professionals with expertise in agricultural accounting.
- We offer personalized financial planning tailored to your specific needs.
- Our proactive tax planning approach helps maximize savings and compliance.
- We leverage cutting-edge tools like Xero and Figured for data-driven insights.
What people say
Extremely dependable
Knowledgeable and proactive
Amazing service
Painless tax season
Highly recommend
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services include preparation and planning for individuals, businesses, estates, and trusts. We specialize in optimizing tax strategies while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Our team provides entity selection guidance and succession planning to help clients minimize liabilities and maximize savings.
Accounting
We offer comprehensive accounting solutions including bookkeeping, payroll management, and financial reporting. Our services ensure accurate records using leading software platforms like QuickBooks and Xero. We help businesses maintain compliance and make informed financial decisions through up-to-date records and analysis.
Consulting
Our consulting services focus on business strategy, entity planning, and succession management. We provide CFO-level advisory to help organizations improve operations, financial performance, and long-term sustainability. This includes strategic planning, profitability analysis, and transition planning for business owners.
Agri-Insights
Agri-Insights combines real-time financial data with forecasting tools to support farmers and producers. This service integrates Xero and Figured platforms to model financial scenarios, improve cash flow management, and enhance decision-making for agricultural enterprises over 12-60 month periods.
Payroll Management
We handle all aspects of payroll processing including tax filings, direct deposits, and compliance reporting. Our services ensure accurate and timely payroll management while helping businesses navigate complex regulations. We also provide consulting to address specific payroll challenges and maintain compliance.
People
Tom Umphreys
Managing Shareholder
With over 30 years of experience, Tom leads the firm's corporate and public accounting services. He specializes in construction, manufacturing, and medical practices while providing CFO consulting services to enhance business success.
Jeremiah R. Woltemath
Shareholder
J.R. brings nearly 20 years of public accounting expertise in agriculture, construction, and real estate. He focuses on strategic planning, financial analysis, and succession planning to help small businesses and farmers achieve long-term success.
Rachel L. Smith
Shareholder
Rachel has over 25 years of experience in public accounting with a focus on governmental audits and taxation. She specializes in individual, farm, and nonprofit tax services while contributing extensive knowledge of budgeting and financial compliance.
Ron Dickinson
Founder
A Certified Financial Planner and CPA, Ron established the firm in 1991. He continues to assist clients with individual tax needs while co-owning Dickinson Investment Advisors, providing integrated financial solutions.
Francis Clark
Co-Founder
Francis practiced as a CPA in Council Bluffs for his entire career. As co-founder, he contributed extensive expertise in individual and corporate accounting before retiring in 2021 to focus on family and community service.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll management, financial reporting, and compliance services tailored to small businesses using platforms like QuickBooks and Xero.
Do you specialize in agricultural accounting?
Yes, our Agri-Insights service combines Xero and Figured tools to deliver customized financial planning and forecasting for farmers and producers.
How can your consulting services benefit my business?
Our CFO-level consulting offers strategic planning, profitability analysis, and succession planning to help businesses improve operations and long-term sustainability.
What tax preparation services are available for individuals?
We handle individual tax returns, estate planning, and trust taxation with a focus on maximizing savings while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Are you available for urgent accounting needs?
We prioritize timely service but don't offer 24/7 emergency support. Our regular business hours are Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-12pm.
Reviews (4)
Jon Bakehouse
Apr 20, 2022
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Prompt and thorough communication via email and in-person, knowledgeable and proactive. They make tax season as painless as possible.
Leo Martin
May 16, 2021
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Very pleased with the legal help. Atourney listened to my situation, made helpful recommendations. Accomplished purpose of visit.
Nate Schanuth
Apr 13, 2021
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We have worked with them for the last 4 years and they have been amazing. They have gone above and beyond when explains tax and book keeping information. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a CPA.
Mary Kristensen
May 05, 2018
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Have known the principals of this firm for more than 20 years. They are extremely dependable and competent. We have business and personal business with them and are very satisfied with their work! They are good citizens for our City, giving freely of their time!
