Accounting

Receiving accurate, detailed and timely financial information is vital in helping you make sound business decisions. We know what controls and procedures your establishment needs to protect your assets and deliver such information.

Bookkeeping

Whether you operate a Michelin-starred restaurant in Midtown or a sports bar in Brooklyn, the unique bookkeeping and accounting needs of restaurants and bars make it imperative that your CPA be actively involved in the details while, at the same time, not getting lost in them. We also offer controller level services, if that’s what you need. Unlike the typical “outside” accountant, we work as closely with you and your bookkeeper as necessary to get the job done right. QuickBooks Account System Design QuickBooks Management Report Design QuickBooks Memorized Transaction Setup Expert QuickBooks Training Bookkeeping & Reconciliation Services Accounting Review & Adjustments Financial Statement Analysis

CFO

Our interim CFO consultants have the experience that drives our clients to continuously choose us when they require assistance with affecting change, managing transitions and improving operational efficiency. If your company is looking to take the next step in its growth, a part-time CFO can provide the financial and strategic guidance to achieve your goals. With a fresh set of eyes and a macro perspective on the business, fractional CFOs drive meaningful results, where you need it most, on a budget that makes sense.

Tax

You worked hard bringing your business to where it is today. Our tax advice and preparation services will ensure that you keep your fair share of what you earn. While minimizing taxes is a priority, preparing accurate, timely returns and answering all tax notices quickly and effectively is a must; no one wants to go through an audit whether it’s for income taxes, payroll taxes or sales tax. Should your business be randomly selected for examination, our seasoned team knows how to minimize the pain or eliminate it altogether! Business Tax Planning & Consulting Business Income & Franchise Tax Preparation Payroll Tax Consulting & Preparation Sales Tax Preparation & Audit Representation Miscellaneous Business Taxes Personal Income Tax Planning & Preparation

Advisory

Our advisory services focus on two areas: profit and compliance. You love what you do, but you also deserve to profit from all your hard work. Our extensive profit consulting services are proven effective. At the same time, all your profit can disappear in a moment if a labor lawsuit or other action against you is successful. Navigating your way through NYC’s increasingly complex regulatory environment is not why you opened your restaurant. Our up-to-date knowledge of the issues and proactive communications will give you peace of mind so you can concentrate on what matters to you – running your business! In short, we keep you apprised of potential pitfalls and help you take advantage of opportunities to increase profit. Profit & Restaurant Operations Consulting Risk Management & Opportunity Analysis General Business Consulting Payroll Compliance & Consulting Sales Tax Consulting Business Investigations & Due Diligence Investor & Key Employee Relations Notice & Problem Resolution POS Systems Consulting

Compliance

All your profit can disappear in a moment if a labor lawsuit or other action against you is successful. Navigating your way through federal, state and NYC's increasingly complex regulatory environment is not why you opened your restaurant. Our up-to-date knowledge of the issues and proactive communications will give you peace of mind so you can concentrate on what matters to you – running your business! We can help you successfully navigate business risks including compliance with: Federal and state labor standards Federal and state tip regulations Sales and use tax laws Required information returns Employment classification issues

Sales Tax Audit

The risk of audit by various federal, state and city agencies is ever-present. Recently federal, state and city agencies that find instances on non-compliance upon audit are “referring” taxpayers to other agencies for additional audits. Such “referrals” dramatically increase the potential dollar risk of any single audit. Additional tax, plus large interest and penalties, may be assessed for various reasons.

Funding Assistance

No one can guarantee funding approval but we often leverage our resource network to obtain various types of funding: Bank loans SBA loans Factoring Vendor financing Alternative lenders Government-sponsored financing Investor groups

Specialized Industry Focus Groups

When you own or run a restaurant, even the simplest decisions can have profound implications. A&A Focus Group members find that the peer advisory and leadership development training they get out of their group has a profound effect on their growth as a leader. Not surprisingly, our members soon discover that their companies also experience significant growth as a direct result of the executive leadership coaching provided by their peer group. A&A Focus Group works because in every group and in every meeting, no topic is off-limits. If you are willing to talk candidly about the tough decisions you face, fellow members will rally around you, listen, ask tough questions and bring to bear every resource they have to help you grow as a leader and improve the workings of your business. When our members have access to new perspectives – whether from fellow business peers, an outside facilitator, or expert resource speakers – they expand their view beyond their company walls in a way that traditional executive leadership training just can't offer. Members report that our leadership development initiatives help them grow, learn, and find new ways to apply their newfound knowledge to their businesses. A&A private advisory boards enable restaurant leaders to leverage the wisdom and experience of their peers, the guidance of an expert leadership coach.

Resource Network of Industry Professionals

We will introduce you to our network of top professionals serving the hospitality industry in NYC, including attorneys, architects, engineers, expediters, designers, general contractors, insurance agents, branding & PR firms, technology platforms, payroll providers, POS systems providers, social media consultants, repair & maintenance professionals