Business Advisory Services
Running a successful business requires more than just staying compliant—it takes strategic planning, financial insight, and proactive decision-making. At McCusker Associates, we go beyond traditional accounting to provide advisory services that help businesses optimize operations, minimize tax liabilities, and achieve sustainable growth.
Strategic Guidance. Proactive Solutions. Long-Term Success.
Our Business Advisory Services are designed to help you navigate complex financial decisions, optimize operations, and plan for long-term success. Whether you’re a business owner looking to improve cash flow, secure financing, or transition your company for the future, we provide tailored solutions that create real impact.
Compliance Services: Recording History
Compliance ensures you meet regulatory requirements, file accurate reports, and stay in good standing with tax authorities. These services are essential, but they only tell the story of where your business has been—not where it’s going.
We Handle:
✔ Business Tax Returns (1040s, 1120s, 1065s)
✔ Financial Statement Preparation (Compilations, Reviews)
✔ Payroll Processing & Sales Tax Filings
✔ Regulatory & Deadline Compliance
Advisory Services: Building the Future
Advisory is where real transformation happens. We take a proactive approach to help you improve profitability, reduce inefficiencies, and make informed financial decisions that drive growth.
Our Services Include:
✔ Cash Flow & Inventory Management (Helping businesses stabilize expenses and improve efficiency)
✔ Tax Planning Strategies (Minimizing liabilities while maximizing savings)
✔ Business Process Improvements (Transitioning to accrual accounting, implementing WIP schedules)
✔ Growth, Succession & Exit Planning (Ensuring long-term business sustainability)
For Individuals
Personalized Tax & Financial Strategies
Advisory Services
We take a proactive approach to tax planning and financial strategy, helping individuals make informed decisions to protect and grow their wealth. Our advisory services include:
- Wealth Preservation & Estate Planning – Minimize tax burdens and maximize wealth transfer with estate planning strategies, including trusts and gifting.
- Retirement Tax Planning – Ensure a tax-efficient retirement by optimizing contributions to IRAs, 401(k)s, and other retirement plans.
- Real Estate & Investment Tax Strategies – From cost segregation studies to short-term rental tax optimization, we help real estate investors and high-net-worth individuals make tax-smart investment decisions.
- Self-Employed & Small Business Consulting –Whether you're a freelancer, independent contractor, or small business owner, we guide you on business structures, deductions, and long-term financial planning to maximize profitability.

Compliance Services
We make tax compliance simple and stress-free, ensuring accuracy while helping you maximize potential deductions and credits. Our compliance services include:
- Individual Tax Return Preparation – Whether you're a salaried employee, self-employed, or have multiple sources of income, we ensure accurate and optimized tax filings, including Schedule E (rental income) and Schedule C (sole proprietorships).
- IRS Audit Assistance & Representation – If the IRS comes knocking, we provide expert representation and support to protect your financial interests.
- Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments – For self-employed individuals and those with significant non-W2 income, we ensure that your estimated tax payments are calculated correctly and filed on time to avoid penalties.

Compliance Services
Staying compliant with tax and financial regulations is critical for any business. Our compliance services ensure that your company meets all necessary requirements while minimizing the risk of penalties and audits. We handle:
- Business Tax Return Preparation – Whether you're a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation, we prepare accurate and timely tax returns, including Forms 1120, 1120S, and 1065.
- Payroll Filings & Sales Tax Compliance – We process payroll filings, handle quarterly and year-end reporting, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
- Financial Statement Preparation – We compile financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss reports, to provide a clear picture of your business's financial health.
- Regulatory Compliance & Reporting – We ensure your business adheres to all relevant tax regulations, minimizing the risk of IRS scrutiny.
For BUSINESSES
Comprehensive Tax and Advisory Support
Advisory Services
Beyond compliance, we serve as strategic advisors, helping businesses improve financial operations, optimize tax planning, and prepare for long-term growth. Our advisory services include:
- Financial Management & Systems Implementation – We help businesses transition to more effective financial management systems, including accrual accounting and Work-In-Progress (WIP) schedules, to improve cash flow tracking and reporting accuracy.
- Strategic Tax Planning – Proactively reducing tax liability through structured planning, deductions optimization, and entity restructuring.
- Business Growth & Succession Planning – Whether you're expanding, acquiring, or planning for succession, we provide insights and strategies to secure your business's future.
- Fractional CFO & Controller Services – Gain access to high-level financial insights without the cost of a full-time CFO. We provide ongoing analysis, forecasting, and strategy development to help your business grow.
Our Service Levels
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Base Level Business Advisory Services
What You Get (Base Level):
- Includes all tax return prep services above
- Routine business consultations and periodic business reviews.
- Interfacing with lenders, attorneys, and financial planners.
- Add-on services for Accounting services (bookkeeping), payroll processing, and financial statement analysis.
Who It’s For:
- Small to Medium-Sized Businesses: Owners who need regular guidance to optimize operations and financial management but don’t require advanced financial analysis or in-depth strategic planning.
- Growing Businesses: Companies looking to streamline processes, improve financial reporting, and ensure compliance while preparing for future growth.
- Business Owners Seeking Support: Ideal for those who need help interfacing with external professionals (e.g., lenders, attorneys) and want routine check-ins to stay on track.
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Advanced Level Business Advisory Services
What You Get (Advanced Level):
- Includes all base level services plus:
- Fractional controller services (monitoring third-party bookkeeping).
- Advanced financial analysis, cash flow management, and budgeting.
- Succession planning and strategic planning.
- Add-on services for Accounting services (bookkeeping), payroll processing.
Who It’s For:
- Established Businesses: Companies with more complex financial needs, such as advanced cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Businesses Preparing for Major Transitions: Ideal for owners planning for succession, exit strategies, or significant growth initiatives.
- Businesses with In-House Bookkeeping: Owners who need a fractional controller to oversee and analyze their financial data for better decision-making.
- High-Growth Companies: Businesses that require advanced financial insights and strategic planning to scale effectively.
Our firm strives to become an integral part of our clients’ leadership teams helping them make informed decisions and achieve their goals. Here are two examples that illustrate this:
Inventory Controls for a Basement Waterproofing Business
A basement waterproofing company was experiencing fluctuating material costs despite consistent sales. By analyzing their financials, our firm identified inefficiencies in inventory management. You implemented inventory controls, which stabilized costs and improved profitability. This proactive approach went beyond compliance (e.g., preparing financial statements) to deliver real value to the client.
Bonding for a Union Contractor
A union contractor struggled to secure bonding for jobs because their books were kept on a cash basis and lacked WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules. Our firm was hired to perform the monthly close, we were able to identify this weakness and transition them to accrual accounting, and include WIP schedules in their reporting. This allowed the contractor to secure bonding and take on larger projects, directly contributing to their growth and success.
Why Work With McCusker Associates?
From financial analysis to business strategy, we provide real advisory services—not just tax filings. Here's some things you can expect while working with us:
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Proactive Partnership
We work alongside you to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and achieve long-term financial success.
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Strategic Value
Our advisory services aren’t just about compliance—we deliver measurable results, from improved profitability to reduced tax burdens.
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Tailored Solutions
Every business and individual is different. We create customized strategies that align with your specific needs and goals.
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Niche Expertise
We specialize in working with contractors, manufacturers, and high-net-worth individuals to create smart financial strategies that work.
Let’s Build Your Financial Future Together.
Whether you need strategic tax planning, financial process improvements, or long-term business consulting, McCusker Associates is here to help. Let’s take your business beyond compliance and into a future of success.