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Common CPA services in New York City
The work New York City residents and small businesses most often hire a CPA to handle.
- Annual business and individual tax preparation
- Tax planning and quarterly estimates
- Bookkeeping and monthly close
- Entity selection and formation (LLC, S-corp, C-corp)
- Payroll setup and filings
- IRS notice response and audit representation
- Financial statement preparation (compilation / review)
Industries
Small-business industries shaping New York City
The local economy your New York City CPA should already know how to serve.
Financial services & hedge funds
Real estate & co-op/condo boards
Media, advertising & creative
Hospitality & restaurants
Fashion, retail & e-commerce
Decision guide
When to hire a CPA vs. a bookkeeper
A bookkeeper records the past. A CPA shapes the future — taxes, structure, strategy.
Hire a bookkeeper when…
- •You need day-to-day transaction categorization and bank reconciliations
- •You want monthly financials but no tax filings or planning
- •Revenue is under ~$500K and your structure is simple (sole prop / single-member LLC)
- •You already have a CPA for taxes and just need clean books
Hire a CPA when…
- •You're filing business taxes (S-corp, C-corp, partnership)
- •You need tax planning, entity restructuring, or multi-state filings
- •You received an IRS or state tax notice or are facing an audit
- •You're raising capital, selling a business, or doing equity comp planning
- •Your books are a mess and you need cleanup plus a long-term advisor
Before you sign
Questions to ask any New York City CPA before hiring
Use this checklist on your first call. Strong CPAs welcome these questions.
- Are you a licensed CPA in this state? What's your license number?
- What industries do you specialize in, and how many clients like me do you serve?
- Who actually does the work — you, a staff accountant, or an offshore team?
- How do you bill — hourly, fixed-fee, or monthly retainer? What's typical for my size?
- What software do you use (QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite), and do I get access to my files?
- How do you handle IRS notices or audits if they come up later?
- What's your response-time expectation during and outside of tax season?
- Can you provide references from clients in my industry?
Stay compliant
Tax deadlines and New York notes
Federal deadlines plus the state and local filings that catch most filers off guard.
NYC Unincorporated Business Tax (UBT) for partnerships and sole props; NY State pass-through entity tax (PTET) election deadline.
NYC General Corporation Tax / Business Corporation Tax and NY State / NYC personal income tax returns due.
W-2s and 1099-NEC due to recipients and the IRS.
S-corp (1120-S) and partnership (1065) returns or 6-month extension.
Individual (1040) and C-corp (1120) returns; Q1 estimated taxes due.
Q2 estimated taxes due.
Q3 estimates; extended S-corp and partnership returns due.
Extended individual and C-corp returns due.
NY State commercial rent tax (CRT) for Manhattan businesses south of 96th Street paying $250K+ in annual rent.
Informational only — not tax advice. Confirm current deadlines with your CPA or the relevant authority.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about CPAs in New York City
How much does a CPA cost in NYC?
NYC is the highest-cost CPA market in the U.S. Expect $350–$750/hour, $600–$2,500 for individual returns (especially with NY/NJ multi-state or RSU/PFIC complexity), and $2,500–$10,000+ for business returns. Boutique tax-only firms often beat the Big Four on price for HNW individuals.
What's the NY 'convenience of the employer' rule?
If you work remotely for a NY-based employer from another state for your own convenience (not the employer's necessity), NY still taxes that income. This catches a huge number of remote workers post-2020 and is one of the most common reasons NYC CPAs file nonresident NY returns and credits in CT, NJ, FL, etc.
Should my NY S-corp or partnership elect PTET?
Almost certainly yes. NY's pass-through entity tax election lets the entity pay state tax (deductible at the federal level) and gives owners a refundable credit — effectively working around the $10K SALT cap. The election must be made by March 15 each year and is irrevocable.
Does my NYC CPA file my city return separately?
Yes. NYC has its own returns separate from NY State — NYC-202 (UBT), NYC-2 (Business Corporation Tax), and NYC-1127 (city tax for nonresident NYC employees). Any qualified NYC CPA handles these alongside the NY State return.
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Hiring a verified New York City CPA vs. DIY
| Factor | Verified New York City CPA | DIY / generalist |
|---|---|---|
| Local tax knowledge | New York City state + local filings | Federal only |
| Audit defense | Represents you to the IRS | You handle correspondence |
| Year-round planning | ||
| Typical fee | $200–$3,500 / engagement | $0 software + your hours |
| Specialty match | Industry-experienced | General-purpose |
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