A tradition of Excellence with lasting solutions
Accounting, Tax and Business Consulting Services in Saint Louis MO
McCarthy & Company is a full-service accounting, tax, and consulting firm dedicated to delivering Best-In-Class financial solutions to individuals and small businesses in the St Louis area.
Our core principle revolves around the deep rooted belief that every client is unique and each situation calls for a tailored approach.
As a family-owned business, we truly understand the value of relationships, and believe in cultivating long-term partnerships with our clients that yield ongoing success. With more than three decades of service to the St. Louis community, we have the experience to assist you with all of your financial needs. Our signature solutions will provide you with expert financial guidance, coupled with personal, one-on-one service.
We proudly built our firm on a tradition of excellence—lasting quality solutions, wide breadth of knowledge, and exceptional client service. Please take a moment to consider our comprehensive line of offerings:
- Tax- Preparation- Planning- Representation
- Accounting
- Financial Planning*
- Investment Advisement*
- Estate & Trust Planning and tax preparation
- Payroll services- home employees and more
- Litigation Support & forensic accounting
- Business Consulting
- Software customization
- Internal Audit
- Automation of business processes
- Software As A Service
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