Serving Lakewood & Jefferson County
Accounting & Bookkeeping Services in Lakewood, CO
Accounting and bookkeeping, sales tax filed by the 20th of every month, and full payroll services for individuals, businesses and corporations in Lakewood and the west Denver metro, from a Colorado CPA licensed since 1979.
Our core services
What we focus on for Lakewood clients
Accounting and bookkeeping, monthly sales tax filing, payroll and sales tax compliance for individuals, businesses and corporations, all handled through a secure, paperless system.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Accurate, up-to-date books every month: transactions recorded, accounts reconciled and financial reports you can rely on.
Sales Tax Filed by the 20th
We prepare and submit your sales tax returns by the 20th of the month, Colorado's filing deadline, so you avoid late penalties.
Due the 20th, every timePayroll Services
Complete payroll processing, payroll tax deposits and required filings, handled on schedule so your team is paid correctly.
Sales Tax for Individuals, Businesses & Corporations
State and local sales and use tax compliance, from a CPA who worked as a Colorado Department of Revenue field auditor.
Secure & paperless
Meet in person or handle everything online
Visit our nearby Wheat Ridge office, or skip the trip and work with us entirely online. We use our secure system to the fullest, so the choice is yours.
Accounting for Lakewood, CO
A neighborhood CPA with decades of experience
Lakewood is one of Colorado's largest cities, home to everything from family-owned shops along Colfax and Wadsworth to professional offices near Belmar and Denver West. Whether you run a business or just want your personal return handled properly, it helps to work with a CPA who is close by and easy to reach.
Thomas J. McAlister, CPA serves the west Denver metro area from its Wadsworth Blvd. office in Wheat Ridge, providing tax preparation, accounting, payroll and advisory services.
- Understand income, expenses and financial reports
- Personal, business and corporate tax filings
- Payroll and payroll-tax responsibilities
- State and local sales and use tax questions
- Cash-flow, reporting and growth planning
- New business entity setup and documentation
Our services
CPA services for Lakewood individuals and businesses
Choose the help you need, from one return to monthly bookkeeping and payroll. We agree on the scope before work begins.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping and financial reporting that give you clear visibility into how your business is performing.
Sales Tax Filing (Due the 20th)
Monthly sales tax returns prepared and submitted by the 20th, plus sales and use tax guidance for individuals, businesses and corporations.
Payroll Management
Payroll and payroll-tax support for Lakewood employers, with recurring filings and reporting handled on schedule.
Individual Tax Preparation
Preparation of personal income tax returns, plus help gathering and organizing the information needed for a complete, accurate filing.
Business & Corporate Taxes
Tax preparation and planning for businesses and corporations, including a review of your records and reporting obligations.
Advisory & Planning
Financial statement analysis, cash-flow and trend analysis, equity fundraising advice and planning for informed decisions.
The firm does not provide oil and gas accounting services. All services depend on an initial discussion of your situation and the engagement scope.
Industry experience
Experience with Denver-metro businesses
The firm works with restaurants, breweries, insurance agencies, garages and professional service providers across the west metro area.
Restaurants & Hotels
Restaurants and hotels: payroll, sales tax and financial reporting.
Breweries
Bookkeeping, tax preparation and cash-flow planning.
Small Businesses
Auto garages, retailers, contractors and family-owned companies.
Insurance & Professionals
Personal and business tax, income and cash-flow planning.
Why work with Thomas
Decades of accounting, tax and audit experience
Thomas J. McAlister has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1979. He has worked with federal, state and municipal agencies and has handled complex tax disputes. His firm focuses on accounting, business management, taxation and advisory services.
- Colorado Department of RevenueField auditor, auditing Fortune 500 companies on sales and use tax.
- Corporate tax managementTax management roles at Coors and Storage Tek.
- Independent CPA firmRunning his own practice and serving Colorado individuals and businesses for decades.
Getting started
What to expect when you contact us
A free first conversation helps identify what you need and whether our services fit.
Share your situation
Tell us whether you need individual taxes, business accounting, payroll, sales tax support or planning.
Review records & scope
We'll tell you which records help, such as prior returns, financial statements, payroll reports or agency letters.
Confirm next steps
Agree on timing, how we'll meet and exchange documents, services and scope before you decide to proceed.
Service area
Serving Lakewood and the west Denver metro
Our office on Wadsworth Blvd. in Wheat Ridge is a short drive from Lakewood neighborhoods. Call ahead to schedule a meeting, or work with us by phone, email and secure document exchange if that's easier.
3280 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 202
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone: 303-279-1450
Fax: 303-279-9601
Email: info@thomasjmcalister.com
FAQ
Lakewood, CO CPA questions
Answers for individuals and business owners in Lakewood.
Where is the nearest office for Lakewood clients?
The office is at 3280 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 202, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, a short drive from Lakewood. Call 303-279-1450 to schedule a meeting or arrange to work by phone and email.
What CPA services are available to Lakewood businesses?
Services include business accounting, individual and business tax preparation, payroll management, Colorado sales and use tax support, financial reporting, cash-flow analysis, new entity setup and business consultation.
Can the firm help with Colorado sales and use tax questions?
Yes. Thomas has extensive sales and use tax experience, including work as a field auditor for the Colorado Department of Revenue. Contact the office with the details of your question or notice.
Which types of businesses has the firm worked with?
Experience includes hotels, restaurants, breweries, garages, insurance and professional service providers. The firm does not provide oil and gas accounting services.
When do you file sales tax returns?
We prepare and submit sales tax returns by the 20th of the month, which is Colorado's filing deadline, so your business stays current and avoids late penalties.
Do I need to visit the office to send documents or sign?
No, though Lakewood clients are welcome to meet at our nearby Wheat Ridge office. Documents are exchanged through an encrypted, secure client portal, and returns and engagement letters can be signed electronically. The firm uses Thomson Reuters professional software.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. The firm offers a free, no-commitment 30-minute consultation call to understand your needs and discuss next steps. Request one here.
Does the firm offer services in Spanish?
Yes. Spanish-speaking staff are available. Se habla Español.
Thomas J. McAlister, CPA
Looking for a CPA near Lakewood?
Talk with a local CPA about tax returns, bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax or business planning. Your first 30-minute consultation is free, with no commitment.
3280 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 202, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 · Se habla Español