08/25/2026
Business owners often ask whether they need an Enrolled Agent (EA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Here’s the short version: EAs are federally credentialed tax specialists with nationwide representation rights before the IRS, while CPAs are state-licensed accounting professionals whose work spans tax, financial reporting, audit/assurance, and advisory. At Henriquez Accounting & Tax Services, you don’t have to choose—we coordinate bookkeeping, tax, and advisory so you get clean numbers and confident decisions. Explore Bookkeeping, Tax Preparation, and Outsourced Controller/CFO.
EA = Federal Tax Specialist CPA = Broad Accounting License
Both can prepare taxes. Both can represent you (EAs nationally; CPAs per state licensure). Choose based on your needs.
Quick Definitions
- Enrolled Agent (EA): Federally authorized by the IRS. Focus: tax preparation, planning, and representation (audits, collections, appeals) for individuals and businesses nationwide.
Confused between an Enrolled Agent (EA) and a CPA? Learn the key differences, roles, and when to hire each. Henriquez Accounting & Tax Services helps businesses with bookkeeping, tax planning, and advisory for confident financial decisions.