Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in New York
At Raines & Fischer, we approach financial services with a deep commitment to personalized client relationships. Our firm combines big-firm expertise with partner-led oversight, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for complex financial needs. With over three decades of experience, we specialize in tax planning, audit representation, and financial advisory services for individuals, businesses, and hedge funds. Our team of specialists works year-round to provide proactive guidance, from daily bookkeeping to strategic estate planning.We maintain rigorous standards through AICPA peer-reviewed audit processes while prioritizing accessibility and client education. Our unique value lies in combining legal and accounting expertise through our founding partner's dual qualifications. We focus on building long-term relationships by understanding each client's specific financial landscape and future goals.
Services
Tax Services
Hedge Fund Services
Family Office Services
Bookkeeping
Financial Statement Preparation
New Business Formation
Tax Audit Representation
Personal Financial Services
Highlights and features
- We provide year-round tax planning and compliance services, not just seasonal support.
- Our founding partner holds dual qualifications as both CPA and attorney.
- We offer specialized expertise in hedge fund accounting and SEC compliance.
- Our team maintains AICPA peer-reviewed audit standards for quality assurance.
- We combine partner-led oversight with personalized financial management solutions.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Services
Tax Services
Our comprehensive tax services combine year-round planning with compliance expertise for individuals and businesses. We specialize in complex multi-state and international tax filings while providing strategic guidance to minimize liabilities. Our team offers audit representation and customized tax strategies tailored to each client's unique financial situation.
Hedge Fund Services
Specialized accounting and compliance solutions for hedge funds including NAV calculations, SEC filings, and performance reporting. We provide audit support and tax preparation services tailored to the unique requirements of investment funds and their investors.
Family Office Services
Integrated financial solutions for high-net-worth families covering tax planning, estate administration, and investment oversight. Our services include cash flow management, trust accounting, and customized reporting to help families preserve and grow their wealth across generations.
Tax Audit Representation
Professional representation during IRS and state tax audits with a proven track record of successful outcomes. Our experts handle all communication with tax authorities and develop strategic approaches to minimize potential penalties while maintaining compliance with tax regulations.
Financial Statement Preparation
Accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP standards. We help businesses organize financial data, ensure proper disclosures, and maintain compliance with reporting requirements for various stakeholders including investors and creditors.
People
Dominica Taylor
Administrative Team
Dominica Taylor brings extensive administrative experience to Raines & Fischer, providing critical support to the firm's operations while ensuring smooth client interactions and efficient workflow management.
Melissa Raines
Administrative Team
Melissa Raines contributes to Raines & Fischer with her organizational expertise, supporting both client services and internal operations while maintaining the firm's commitment to exceptional service quality.
Karen Chowske
Senior Accounting Team
Karen Chowske applies her specialized accounting knowledge to deliver comprehensive financial solutions, working closely with clients to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
Olivia Eng
Senior Accounting Team
Olivia Eng provides expert accounting services at Raines & Fischer, focusing on delivering precise financial reporting and strategic advisory services tailored to each client's specific needs.
Caline Bourne
Senior Accounting Team
Caline Bourne contributes her accounting expertise to Raines & Fischer, specializing in financial statement preparation and compliance services while maintaining the firm's commitment to exceptional client support.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for hedge funds?
We provide comprehensive hedge fund services including NAV calculations, SEC compliance, audit support, and specialized tax preparation for both funds and investors.
Do you handle international tax compliance?
Yes, our tax services include multi-state and international filing requirements with expertise in complex cross-border tax situations.
What family office services are available?
We offer integrated family office solutions covering tax planning, estate administration, investment oversight, and customized financial reporting for multi-generational wealth management.
How do you support new business formation?
Our services include entity selection, state filings, tax registration, and legal-accounting guidance to help new businesses establish proper foundations.
What audit representation services do you provide?
We represent clients during IRS, state, and sales tax audits with a proven track record of minimizing penalties and ensuring compliance through strategic documentation and negotiation.
Do you offer personal financial services?
Yes, we provide personalized financial management including bookkeeping, investment tracking, and tax planning to help individuals maintain organized financial lives.
Reviews (4)
Michael Taylor
May 24, 2021
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For the service that I received, the quality of the work done, and the personal service was truly magnificent and I give Raines and Fischer my highest level of recommendation possible! They are the best!
Linda Lydon
Apr 03, 2021
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Loved the professional, receptive services. We had a complicated closing and it was handled quickly, efficiently and with a personal touch! A rare gem in today's world!
C. Chiffriller
Nov 13, 2020
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Extremely knowledgeable, experienced and personable team. Highly recommended for personal and professional matters.
Swap Meet
May 19, 2019
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EXORBITANT PRICING, DONT GET TAKEN! We were introduced to this CPA through our financial advisor. Because of this recommendation we did not discuss pricing upfront. BIG MISTAKE! The preparation of an Individual Tax Return cost us $900. The catch was the meet and greet and follow up meeting, plus call to discuss the return cost over $800! A BASIC (single elderly male) TAX RETURN for a first time client was over $1700! They also charged for work not completed. NOT THE WAY to keep a client. The tax return is not BEING HELD HOSTAGE!
