Consulting Services

Consulting Services

AL&H gauges our worth by the personal and business successes of our clients. We can help you identify areas negatively affecting profitability and growth and develop solutions that are practical and technically sound. In addition to acting as a sounding board for management, we provide comprehensive, flexible strategies that address the issues affecting your business. The following are just a few of the areas in which we provide consulting services:

Accounting Software
Selection & Implementation

With the number of computerized accounting software packages available for small businesses and individuals growing every day, selecting one that is right for you has become increasingly difficult. As accounting professionals, we are exposed to most programs through trade journals and active use. Our experienced staff can help you choose and implement the system that best fits your needs.

Estate Planning

Effective estate planning facilitates the orderly transfer of personal and business assets to your beneficiaries, provides security for your surviving spouse, and can reduce or eliminate the tax due on the transfer of your business and other assets. For business owners, providing for business continuity and succession of ownership is essential. We can guide you through the complex process of getting your financial affairs in order.

Financial Planning

A properly structured financial plan enables you to face any financial challenge that may present itself at each stage of your life. Through the financial planning process, we can help you assess your financial needs and develop strategies that will enable you to achieve your goals and strengthen your financial security.

Retirement Planning

Successful implementation and periodic review of your financial plan will ensure financial independence during your working years and through your retirement years.

Management Advisory Services

Even the most qualified managers can benefit from competent, objective feedback. We can help your company‘s management team develop long-term objectives and specific strategies to facilitate your business‘ future growth and success.

Pension & Profit Sharing Plans

Qualified retirement plans (for example: defined-contribution or defined benefit plans, Keoghs, SEPs, etc) can provide significant tax advantages for closely held businesses and self-employed individuals. Our qualified staff can assist you in evaluating the type of pension plan that will best serve the retirement needs of you and your employees.

Business Entity Selection

Choosing the form of entity of your business (for example: “S” corporation, sole proprietor, limited liability company…) is a crucial decision that can have longstanding tax implications, positive or negative. We can assist you in evaluating the pros and cons of each entity type to help you determine the most advantageous form of business for your company.