Salt Lake City, Utah · CPA Candidate · IRS Enrolled Agent · IRS Centralized Acceptance Agent

Professional Accounting
With a Personal Touch.

Get support that fits you — accurate bookkeeping, strategic tax preparation, IRS representation, or confident business formation guidance. I combine 36 years of experience with advanced credentials to make your numbers clear and your next steps simple.

Enrolled Agent
IRS CAA · ITIN
CPA Candidate
Year-Round Support
Black woman financial advisor consulting with a client in a modern office
Trusted by SLC families & founders
Tax Savings YTD
$12,480 +18.4%
Form 1040 · 2025
Filed & Accepted
36+ yrs
Professional Experience
500+
Returns Filed
98%
Client Retention
365
Days a Year Available
Start with your needs
Accounting, tax, IRS help, formation, and notary — all in one place, with genuine personal attention.
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping
Payroll Support
Advisory Services
ITIN Applications
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My promise

"Fast answers. Professional advice. Personal support."

Our company

Professional Advice. Personal Support.

Tanaka Tax & Accounting Services, PLLC is a client-focused practice backed by advanced credentials and more than 36 years of hands-on experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax, and compliance — serving individuals and small businesses across Utah.

With a Doctorate in Business, MBA in Accounting, and Master's in Strategic Finance, I bring deep academic training and real-world expertise to every client relationship. As an IRS Enrolled Agent, CPA Candidate, and IRS Centralized Acceptance Agent for ITIN services, I offer trusted guidance you can count on year-round.

I help my clients save on taxes, prevent costly mistakes, and free up time to focus on what matters most — running a business, raising a family, and building a future. Expect clear answers, proactive guidance, and an advisor who answers the phone personally.

Doctorate in Business
MBA in Accounting
Master's in Strategic Finance
IRS Enrolled Agent
CPA Candidate
IRS Centralized Acceptance Agent — ITIN
36+ years in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax & compliance
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Credentials

CPA Candidate · IRS Enrolled Agent · IRS Centralized Acceptance Agent

Meet the team

One dedicated advisor. Zero handoffs.

Every tab on this site leads to the same person — and that's intentional.

I turned a high school love of bookkeeping into more than 36 years of professional accounting and tax experience. As an IRS Enrolled Agent with a Doctorate in Business, MBA, and Strategic Finance background, I provide clear, caring guidance for real people — not corporate runaround.

IRS Enrolled Agent Centralized Acceptance Agent CPA Candidate Doctorate in Business · MBA
Direct phone access — no gatekeepers
Same advisor from start to finish
Year-round availability for questions
No junior staff turnover
36+
Years Experience
Advanced
Credentials
All-in-One
Services
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Area of expertise

Complete business & tax services for every stage of your financial life.

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Accounting & Bookkeeping
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Payroll
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ITIN Assistance
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IRS Representation

Tax & Advisory Specialists

I prepare accurate individual and business returns, then provide ongoing tax planning that aligns daily choices with your financial goals.

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Accounting & Bookkeeping

Monthly bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, and clean records that support smart decisions and stress-free tax filing each year.

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Payroll

Accurate, on-time payroll and quarterly tax filings so you can focus on running your business.

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ITIN Application Assistance

As an IRS Centralized Acceptance Agent, I provide ITIN applications, renewals, and support for individuals and dependents — including mobile and remote options.

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IRS Representation

As an IRS Enrolled Agent, I step between you and the IRS — explaining every option clearly and pursuing the best possible outcome for letters, audits, tax debt, and payment plans.

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Tax Preparation

Personal and business tax returns with careful review, practical planning, and year-round guidance to help you file confidently.

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Business Formation Consulting

I help you select the right entity, complete registrations, and structure finances correctly so your new business starts strong.

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Financial & Cash Flow Consulting

Together, we review cash flow, budgets, and debt — then create practical steps that strengthen stability and support future plans.

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Notary Services

Professional notary services for important personal, legal, and financial documents — with convenient mobile and remote options.

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Small business advisory

Helping small businesses stay organized, compliant, and ready to grow.

From bookkeeping and payroll to entity selection and tax planning — I give business owners the financial backbone they need to scale with confidence.

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Q3 Snapshot
Healthy
Revenue
$184,320
Profit Margin
28%
Tax Saved
$9,460
Hrs Reclaimed
142
Tax planning

Year-round tax strategy — not just tax-season help.

01
Stay ahead of changing tax law
I track federal, state, and local updates so your strategy is always current.
02
Identify ways to reduce your tax burden
Proactive planning to find deductions, credits, and structures that work in your favor.
03
File with confidence — every jurisdiction
Federal, state, and local returns prepared accurately and on time.
04
Support that doesn't disappear after April
Quarterly check-ins and on-demand guidance throughout the year.
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Tax calendar
Jan 311099 / W-2 deadline
Mar 15S-Corp / Partnership
Apr 15Individual returns
How it works

A clear path to financial clarity.

I begin with a free 15-minute consultation, then stay available year-round so you always know where you stand.

01

Free Consultation

I learn about your taxes, business, and goals in a friendly intro call.

02

Review & Explain

I review your documents, explain what I see, and outline clear next steps.

03

You Approve the Plan

You approve the plan, share records securely online, and I handle the details.

04

Year-Round Support

I stay available for questions, planning, and ongoing support all year long.

Insights

Tax tips & financial insights.

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Small Business

Tax Planning Tips for Small Businesses

Five high-leverage moves to make before year-end.

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Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping Habits That Save Time

Simple weekly rhythms that keep your books audit-ready.

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Payroll

Payroll Mistakes to Avoid

The compliance gaps that quietly drain growing teams.

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Tax tips are not a substitute for legal, accounting, tax, investment, or other professional advice. Always consult with your trusted accounting advisor before acting.

Client stories

The kind of partner you keep for years.

"It has been a pleasure working with Kinu. She delivers the results she promises and in a very timely manner."

"Year-round guidance that actually saves us money — and Kinu picks up the phone."

"Kinu turned our books from a stress to an asset. Clean reports, clear advice."

"Calm, professional, and incredibly responsive. Exactly what tax season should feel like."

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Let's talk

Ready for clearer finances and better tax support?

Schedule your free 15-minute consultation and get professional guidance designed around your life, your business, and your goals.

Contact

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Phone
801-923-8175
Email
Kinu@TanakaTaxAccountingServices.com
Mailing address
PO Box 2133, Salt Lake City, UT 84110
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM MT · Sat by appt






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