SME CPAs

10/08/2026

Think you had a fantastic month because a massive deposit cleared the bank? 🏦 That cash might just be borrowed money if you aren't tracking your Work in Progress (WIP) correctly. Don't wait three months to realize you front-loaded the profit and the rest of the job is a loss.

See how a clean WIP schedule protects your firm.

Stop guessing your construction profit margins. Learn how to track change orders, fix broken job costing, and manage WIP reports.

10/07/2026

The future of accounting looks bright! We’re always glad to spend time with the students at Augusta University, getting to know the next generation of accounting professionals and sharing what a career in accounting can look like.

https://jagwire.augusta.edu/accounting-night-brings-local-businesses-hull-students-together/

10/05/2026

If your company’s benefit plan has reached 100 participants, you’ve likely triggered a mandatory EBP audit. Managing retirement plans involves a heavy fiduciary responsibility to your employees and the Department of Labor. SME specializes in EBP audits that protect your plan’s tax-qualified status and ensure your team’s hard-earned futures are secure.

Protect your plan and your people:
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10/01/2026

S Corp status comes with great tax perks, but taking massive distributions while paying yourself a tiny salary might attract the attention of the IRS.📉 If you cannot defend your W-2 wages with real market data, you could end up with a hefty back payroll tax bill and severe penalties.

The IRS doesn't publish a reasonable compensation formula for S corp owners, but they do audit for it. Here's how business owners can set a defensible salary.

09/28/2026

The standard deduction for married couples filing jointly has climbed to $32,200 for 2026. 📈 For most taxpayers, these higher limits mean skipping the hassle of itemizing. Taking the standard deduction is often much simpler—and more beneficial—than tracking every single receipt.

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09/24/2026

Are you relying on revenue and bank balances to judge your success? 📉 Those numbers only tell part of the story. A profitable-looking month can easily hide rising vendor costs or clients who've stopped paying. Our latest guide breaks down the financial metrics that actually reveal the true health of your company.

Read the full breakdown and start making better business decisions today! 📊

Five small business financial metrics every owner should review monthly. Learn what they mean and how a fractional CFO interprets them.

09/22/2026

Aiken, meet the newest members of your SME crew! Mike, Jennifer & Dulce have officially joined the SME CPA team, and we couldn’t be happier to have them here.

09/21/2026

Working from the kitchen table might be convenient, but it won’t hold up against the IRS. A valid home office deduction usually requires exclusive business use. 💻

Find out if your workspace actually qualifies:

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09/14/2026

Estate planning for business owners is complex because your personal and professional lives are intertwined. 🧬 SME CPA provides a hybrid approach, aligning your personal estate goals with your business’s continuity plan. From gift tax returns to succession planning, we handle the technical details so you can focus on the people who matter most.

Ready to align your plan? Let’s talk.

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09/11/2026

Are your operations meeting the complex standards set by regulators and grantors? Compliance audits are about more than just checking boxes; they are about protecting your organization from costly penalties and legal hurdles. We dive into the specific requirements of your industry to ensure your internal processes are as compliant as they are efficient.

Stay on top of regulations: https://ow.ly/j18350ZM44o