Douglas K. Tilghman Jr

Background: The firm was established in 1976. Staff includes two employees in addition to myself one of whom is also a CPA. In addition I have an associate who is also a CPA. My background includes experience with Price Waterhouse & Co. (now Price, Waterhouse, Coopers) and Touche Ross & Co. (now Deloitte & Touche), two of the largest international accounting firms. I also have experience in private industry, having served as the controller of a large construction company. This experience in private industry enables me to understand the practical problems involved in the day-to-day operations of an organization. Services provided: Attest and assurance services which include performing Audits, Reviews, and Compilations of financial statements. Accounting services which include providing monthly computerized write-up services as well as monthly and quarterly payroll tax services. We also provide advice in the application of generally accepted accounting principles as well as solutions to day to day accounting problems. Consulting services which include providing assistance in setting up accounting software such as QuickBooks, Quicken, and Peachtree Accounting. We are also available to assist in evaluating, designing and implementing internal control systems. In addition we are available to provide assistance to management in analyzing and evaluating operating results and advising and assisting businesses in focusing on areas where improvements and changes could help reduce expenses and increase profitability. We can also assist in developing conflict of interest policies and employee honesty policies. Tax services include the preparation of tax returns for business and individual clients as well as tax planning and advising on issues involving compliance with the internal revenue code. We are also available to represent clients before the Internal Revenue Service and to assist in responding to tax notices and where possible to reduce or eliminate assessed penalties. One of my principal objectives in tax services is constructive and creative planning in order to minimize taxes. Areas of service: For-profit companies in the Service industry and in the Construction industry, Professional firms, and small businesses. Not-for-profit organizations including Charitable organizations and Trade associations.