CW Associates, CPAs

Congratulations to our Tax Manager, Cherrie Liu! ✨

She has been accepted into the 2026 AICPA Leadership Academy. During this four-day program, accepted members will delve into what leadership means, career development, and how to enhance the accounting and finance profession as a leader.

Congratulations once again Cherrie 🎊

Kinda chic to have your finances handled. ✨

Good planning isn’t just about tax season. It’s knowing what’s ahead, staying prepared, and having the right people to call when the numbers get complicated.

From proactive tax planning and audit readiness to accounting support throughout the year, CWA helps take the guesswork out of the financial side of business.

Because scrambling at the last minute? Not very chic.

📍 T**a Financial Center
📞 808-531-1040
🌐 cwa.cpa

Leadership doesn’t begin with a title—and succession doesn’t begin when someone is ready to leave.

In her latest thought leadership article, CWA Audit Partner Lauren Bresnahan reflects on what it really takes to build the next generation of leaders: years of mentorship, shared experiences, meaningful opportunities, and the willingness to invest in people long before a promotion is on the table.

As technology continues to reshape the accounting profession, the tools may change—but judgment, perspective, relationships, and trust remain invaluable.

Because the strongest organizations don’t simply replace leaders. They create an environment where new ones have been growing all along.

Read Lauren’s full article, Leadership Is Built Long Before the Title, here:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leadership-built-long-before-title-lauren-bresnahan-yaw5e

Some days remind us what makes CWA special—and this was one of them.

Our Summer Beach Bash was more than an afternoon in the sun. It was an opportunity to pause, step away from the office, and celebrate the incredible people who make CWA what it is each day, along with the families who support them behind the scenes.

From sharing great food and cheering each other on in friendly games to swimming, laughter, and simply spending quality time together, every moment reflected the sense of community we’ve worked hard to build. These gatherings remind us that while we’re proud of the work we do, we’re even more grateful for the people we get to do it with.

To every team member, spouse, partner, child, and family member who joined us—mahalo for making the day so memorable. Your support, encouragement, and presence are an important part of the CWA story, and we are grateful to celebrate not only our team, but the community that stands beside them.

Here’s to another unforgettable Summer Beach Bash. ☀️🌴🧡

Running a business in Hawaii comes with its own set of questions.

What's the deal with GET? When do estimated taxes kick in? Is hiring a CPA actually worth it?

We put together five real answers to questions our team hears all the time. Swipe through — and if you've got one we didn't cover, drop it in the comments or send us a message.

📍 T**a Financial Center | 700 Bishop St #1040, Honolulu, HI 96813 | 📞 (808) 531-1040 | 🌐 cwa.cpa

There's a lot of conversation about AI replacing accountants.

Here's what we actually think: AI doesn't replace professionals. It exposes the firms that aren't built to adapt.

Strong systems get stronger. Weak ones get more visible. The difference isn't the technology — it's how you design around it.

Our Director of People Operations, Mathew Sagum, recently shared a full breakdown on LinkedIn. This is the short version. Link in bio for the full read.

📍 T**a Financial Center | 700 Bishop St #1040, Honolulu, HI 96813 | 📞 (808) 531-1040 | 🌐 cwa.cpa

Most businesses don't talk to their CPA between May and December.

That's the window where the most impactful planning actually happens.

By the time December arrives, many year-end options are already off the table. But mid-year — right now — there's still room to adjust estimated payments, plan around major business decisions, and align your financial position with where the year is actually heading.

At CWA, we work with clients year-round to help them stay ahead, not just catch up. If you want to review where you stand at mid-year, our team is here to help.

T**a Financial Center 700 Bishop St #1040
(808) 531-1040
www.cwa.cpa

35 years. 60+ professionals. One office in the heart of Honolulu.

CWA has been serving Hawai'i businesses since 1989 — through economic cycles, regulatory changes, and everything in between. Our team includes licensed CPAs, master's-level professionals, and specialists across audit, tax, and advisory services.

We've been named a Best Place to Work by Hawaii Business Magazine every year since 2015. We think that matters — because the quality of our team is directly connected to the quality of our work.

If you're looking for a firm that takes both the numbers and the relationships seriously, we'd love to connect.

T**a Financial Center 700 Bishop St #1040
(808) 531-1040
www.cwa.cpa