CPA firm in the Bay Area providing income tax preparation, bookkeeping, and business consultancy services. Virtual-only operations with Zoom/Google Meet appointments.
Jino Joseph & Associates is an accounting firm for small and medium businesses. With 30 years of experience in finance, taxation, and consulting, the firm prepares income tax returns for individuals, S Corps, C Corps, LLCs, Partnerships, Estates & Trusts, and certain Non-Profits.
They also specialize in tax returns for entities with offshore operations, which have special reporting requirements. The firm is 100% virtual using Zoom or Google Meet. Jino Joseph has an undergraduate degree in accounting and is a CPA, CMA, and Enrolled Agent authorized to practice before the IRS. Before starting his practice in 2007, he worked in corporate FP&A, internal auditing, and cost accounting in fortune 500 companies in the Bay Area and East Coast.
30 years of experience in finance, taxation & consulting
CPA, CMA, and Enrolled Agent — triple credential
Specializes in entities with offshore operations
100% virtual — Zoom/Google Meet only
Member of California Society of CPAs
Partner for audit/attestation services
Services
Income Tax Services
Preparation and filing of all types of income tax returns (Individuals, LLC/Partnerships, S Corporations, C Corporations, Estates & Trusts, Non-Profits). Specializes in entities with offshore operations with special reporting requirements.
Business entity formation services starting at $500, including EIN number, filing with secretary of state, and IRS filings.
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Bookkeeping
Maintaining accurate books of accounts for small businesses at reasonable fees.
Audit, Attestation, Compilation and Review
Partnered with an associate to provide audit and attestation services for small startups at reasonable fees.
Credentials & Certifications
CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
EA (Enrolled Agent)
California Society of CPAs member
Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the tax preparation appointment work? +
Step 1: Contact via email with basic information and service type. If able to take you on, a fee estimate is provided. Step 2: If acceptable, secure portal access is granted to upload all tax documents. For new clients, a link to collect full or partial fees is sent. Step 3: Review, finalize and file tax return via Zoom or Google Hangouts. Jino Joseph meets with all clients personally.
Does Jino Joseph & Associates offer free consultation? +
No, free consultation is not offered. Consultation fees are $400/hour (minimum $300/half hour). Fees are collected upfront and are non-refundable.
Does the firm handle tax returns for non-US residents? +
Yes, the firm prepares tax returns for clients from all over the US. Only virtual appointments via Zoom/Google Meet are available, so location does not matter. However, the firm does NOT provide ITIN services for non-US residents abroad — they must use agents from India per IRS instructions.
What are the firm's fees for tax preparation? +
Contact for a quote — individual/business tax return fees are by quote. Hourly consultation is $250 for half hour or $400 per hour.
What is the FBAR deadline? +
FinCEN gives automatic 6 months extension till October 15th for FBAR filing.
Does the firm represent in IRS or State audits? +
Yes, audit engagement starts with a retainer of $1,500 which is collected upfront.
How does the firm handle California LLC/Corporation returns? +
Even if the LLC/Corporation is set up as a foreign entity, it may still need to file a CA tax return and pay the franchise tax.
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