Jakino & Ash
“I’ve relied on Brandon Jakino as my CPA and trusted advisor for nearly 20 years."
Throughout that time, he has provided far more than tax preparation—he has delivered strategic advice that has had a meaningful impact on both my business and personal financial future.
When we developed two large apartment complexes, Brandon and his team designed a proactive tax strategy that maximized depreciation and accelerated available deductions during the early years of ownership. Their planning improved our cash flow, reduced our tax liability, and helped lower our financing costs when it mattered most.
Beyond our real estate investments, Brandon has also guided our retirement and long-term financial planning, helping us make informed decisions that will benefit our family for years to come. His knowledge, integrity, and commitment to understanding our goals have made him an invaluable advisor. I highly recommend Jakino & Ash, PA to anyone looking for a CPA firm that provides strategic guidance—not just tax compliance.”
Dr. Patrick Messerli
Durango, Colorado
Fractional CFO Services
Executive Financial Leadership Without the Full-Time Overhead
As your business grows, financial decisions become more complex. Hiring a full-time chief financial officer isn't always practical, but operating without strategic financial leadership can limit growth, create unnecessary risk, and make it harder to plan for the future.
Jakino & Ash provides fractional CFO services that give your business access to experienced financial leadership on a part-time basis. You'll gain strategic insight, proactive guidance, and executive-level expertise tailored to your organization's goals without the cost and commitment of a full-time executive.
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Strategic financial planning
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Cash flow management
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Budgeting and forecasting
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Financial reporting and analysis
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Growth and profitability planning
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Banking and lender relationships
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Executive financial guidance
Fractional Controller Services
Strengthen Your Financial Operations with Experienced Oversight
Accurate financial reporting is essential to the health of your business. As operations become more complex, maintaining strong financial controls, reliable reporting, and consistent accounting processes requires experienced oversight.
Jakino & Ash provides fractional controller services to help businesses strengthen their financial operations without the expense of a full-time controller. Our team works alongside your organization to improve reporting accuracy, maintain effective internal controls, and deliver timely financial information that supports confident business decisions.
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Financial reporting and analysis
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Month-end and year-end close processes
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Internal controls and accounting procedures
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Budget monitoring and variance analysis
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General ledger oversight
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Process improvement and workflow optimization
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Financial statement preparation
Business Consulting
Practical Guidance for Important Business Decisions
Every business reaches pivotal moments that require more than technical accounting expertise. Expanding operations, improving profitability, evaluating opportunities, or preparing for the future all benefit from experienced advisors who understand both the financial and operational impact of your decisions.
Jakino & Ash provides practical business consulting backed by decades of accounting and financial experience. We work closely with you to evaluate challenges, identify opportunities, and develop strategies that support long-term success. Our recommendations are grounded in sound financial data, giving you greater confidence and peace of mind when making important business decisions.
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Business planning and strategy
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Financial analysis
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Cash flow and profitability improvement
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Operational and process recommendations
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Growth planning
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Risk assessment
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Decision support for business owners
Mergers & Acquisitions
Navigate Complex Transactions with Experienced Guidance
Buying, selling, or merging a business is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll make. Careful planning, thorough financial analysis, and experienced guidance are essential to protecting your investment and positioning your business for a successful transition.
Jakino & Ash provides strategic accounting and advisory support throughout the merger or acquisition process. Our team helps evaluate financial opportunities and risks, organize critical financial information, and work alongside your legal and financial advisors to support informed decisions at every stage of the transaction.
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Financial due diligence
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Business valuation support
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Transaction planning
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Financial statement analysis
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Purchase and sale financial review
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Tax planning considerations
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Coordination with attorneys and other professional advisors
Trusts & Estate Services
Protecting Your Legacy Through Thoughtful Planning
Trusts and estates require careful planning to ensure your wishes are carried out and your assets are managed in line with your long-term goals. Proper financial oversight today can help minimize complications and provide greater certainty for your family and beneficiaries in the future.
Jakino & Ash works closely with you and your attorney to help ensure trusts are structured, funded, and administered correctly. Our team provides the accounting and tax expertise needed to support effective estate planning while helping preserve the financial legacy you've worked hard to build.
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Trust accounting
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Estate tax planning
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Trust and estate tax preparation
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Trust funding coordination
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Fiduciary accounting support
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Coordination with attorneys and other professional advisors
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Ongoing trust administration support
Business & Individual Tax Planning, Preparation & Compliance
A Proactive Approach to Business Taxes
Effective tax planning isn't something that happens once a year. It requires ongoing attention, thoughtful strategy, and experienced guidance to help your business remain compliant while identifying opportunities to reduce tax liability.
Jakino & Ash provides comprehensive business tax planning, preparation, and compliance services designed to support your long-term success. Our team works with you throughout the year to develop proactive tax strategies, prepare accurate returns, and help you navigate changing tax laws with confidence.
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Business and individual tax planning
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Business and individual tax return preparation
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Federal and state tax compliance
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Estimated tax planning
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Tax strategy and advisory services
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IRS and state tax notice assistance
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Ongoing tax guidance and support
Business Accounting & Bookkeeping
A Strong Financial Foundation for Your Business
Reliable financial information is essential to running a successful business. Accurate bookkeeping and well-maintained accounting records provide the insight you need to monitor performance, make informed decisions, and stay prepared for whatever comes next.
Jakino & Ash provides comprehensive business accounting and bookkeeping services tailored to your organization's needs. We work with you to maintain accurate financial records, deliver timely reporting, and keep your accounting processes organized, allowing you to spend less time managing the books and more time focusing on your business.
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General bookkeeping
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Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
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Account reconciliations
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General ledger maintenance
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Financial statement preparation
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Customized financial reporting
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Ongoing accounting support
Payroll Services
Payroll You Can Count On
Payroll is one of the most important responsibilities of running a business. Accurate processing, timely reporting, and compliance with ever-changing payroll regulations help ensure your employees are paid correctly while reducing unnecessary risk for your organization.
Jakino & Ash provides reliable payroll services designed to simplify your payroll process and support your ongoing compliance obligations. We work with you to help ensure payroll is processed accurately, tax filings are completed on time, and payroll records are maintained with the attention to detail your business deserves.
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Payroll processing
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Payroll tax filings
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Employee wage reporting
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Payroll tax compliance
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New hire reporting
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Year-end payroll reporting
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Ongoing payroll support
