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SMALL BUSINESS
SOLUTIONS

Entity Selection Assistance

Not sure whether to form an LLC, corporation, or partnership? We’ll walk you through it, step by step.

We’ll walk you through your options

We'll explain how each one affects your taxes

We'll help you choose the setup that fits your goals

Small Business Tax Credits

Unlock valuable tax savings you might not even know you qualify for.​

We help small businesses identify and claim key tax credits that put real money back in your pocket.

Employee Retention Credit

Rewarding businesses that kept employees on payroll during tough times.

We'll help you claim substantial credits for retaining staff during eligible quarters.

R&D Credit

Innovate and save.

Receive credits for investing in product improvements, new services, or software development.

Health Insurance Credit

Support your team’s health.

Offset the cost of providing health insurance to employees as a small employer.

Employer-Provided Tips Credit

Get credit for tipped wages.

Recoup Social Security and Medicare taxes paid on tips earned by employees.

Small Employer Pension Plan Credit

Plan for the future—yours and theirs.

Earn credits for starting a qualified retirement plan and auto-enrollment for employees.

New Markets Tax Credit

Invest where it matters.

Gain credits for investing in underserved communities and supporting economic growth.

General Business Consulting

Running a business is complex, but your finances don’t have to be. With Witzig CPA as your trusted advisor, you get expert insight, smart strategies, and a clear path forward.

From big-picture planning to day-to-day decisions, our business consulting helps you move with confidence and build long-term success.

Cash flow insights, budget setup, profitability strategies

Financial Planning & Forecasting

Smart structuring and tax-saving insights tailored to your business model

Tax Strategy & Entity Guidance

Streamlined accounting systems, expense tracking, and financial tools setup

Operational & Tech Efficiency

Financial Projections

Whether you're pitching to investors or planning internal growth, financial forecasts help you make data-backed decisions.

We start by looking at your past financial data, like how much you’ve made and spent.

Then we forecast what your business could look like over the next 3 to 5 years.

Your forecast may include things like:

Projected income

Expenses

Cash flow

The result? Reports such as income statements, budgets, and balance sheets that help you make confident, informed decisions.

Quarterly or Annual Reporting

We're experts in helping assemble your quarterly or annual financials as needed.

These include income tax basis and GAAP basis financial statements, and we can offer guidance to ensure your reports align with the appropriate method.

Did you know?

Tax basis = for taxes

GAAP basis = for business insights and formal reporting

While we don’t perform audits or provide assurance services, we do ensure your financials are accurate and aligned with professional standards.

State & City Compliance

Navigating state and local tax requirements can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.

Witzig CPA helps businesses stay compliant with the following state and local agencies:

Pacific Northwest

  • Washington Business & Occupational Tax

  • Oregon Department of Revenue

  • City of Portland Business Tax

  • Tri-Met Self-Employment Tax

  • Metro Taxes

West Coast

  • California Franchise Tax Board

  • Idaho State Tax Commission

  • Arizona Department of Revenue

Central US

  • Illinois Department of Revenue

  • Oklahoma Tax Commission

  • ​Texas Comptroller

East Coast

  • New York Department of Taxation and Finance

  • New York City Department of Finance

Note - Witzig CPA is not limited to the above jurisdictions and is certified to file income tax returns in any US state.

Third Party Recommendations

Need Trusted Business Partners? We Know People.

Running a small business takes a team, and we’re here to connect you with professionals we trust to support your success beyond the numbers.

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Witzig CPA can recommend vetted experts in areas like:

Payroll Providers

Reliable solutions to keep your team paid and your records clean

Financial Planners

For big-picture guidance on growing and protecting your wealth

Bookkeepers â€‹â€‹

Get help keeping your day-to-day finances organized and accurate

Estate Planners​

Prepare for the future with confidence and peace of mind​

Cost Recovery Specialists

Find hidden savings and recover missed opportunities

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Tax Credit Advisors

Maximize incentives and savings you might not know you qualify for

We don’t just crunch numbers. We connect you with the right people to strengthen every part of your business.

Helpful Links

​All forms of taxes related to the city of Portland.

Secretary of State

Income taxEstimated taxesSelf-employment taxEmployment taxesExcise tax

Department of Revenue

Resources for Form 1040 or 1040-SR, Schedules C, E, F or Form 2106, and small businesses with assets under $10M.

Planning, launching, managing and growing your business.

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