Accounting & Advisory

Comprehensive Accounting & Financial Services

Comprehensive accounting & financial services for high net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Greenville, SC.

At John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC, we’re proud to provide expert accounting, tax, and financial advisory services to individuals and businesses across Greenville, South Carolina, and beyond.

Whether you’re launching a new business, planning for tax season, or navigating divorce financial complexities, our team is here to simplify the process and help you achieve financial clarity.

FINANCIAL CLARITY FOR CONFIDENT GROWTH

We do more than just bookkeeping and taxes—we are a growth partner to your business. Our services go beyond the numbers, giving you the clarity, time, and insights to scale without sacrificing profitability.

OUR EXPERTISE

  • Starting and growing a business in Greenville is exciting, but managing the financial side can be challenging. At John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC, we provide essential services to help entrepreneurs establish and sustain their businesses:

    • New business formation: Assistance with entity selection and completing initial filings with the IRS, South Carolina Secretary of State, and Department of Revenue.

    • Monthly bookkeeping: Accurate and timely record-keeping.

    • Tax preparation: Income tax returns for businesses and owners.

    • Payroll services: Quarterly payroll tax returns and annual W-2s and 1099s.

    • Property tax filings: Assistance with filing property tax returns.

    • Financial statements: Preparation for credit or licensing needs.

    • Accounting systems: Development of accounting controls and systems to streamline operations.

  • Audits, Reviews, Compilations & Agreed-Upon Procedures

    Accurate financial reporting is essential for businesses, whether for internal management or external stakeholders. John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC, offers all levels of assurance services to meet your specific needs in Greenville:

    • Audits: The highest level of assurance, involving objective examination of financial statements and records.

    • Reviews: Mid-level assurance with inquiries and analyses to validate data integrity.

    • Compilations: Financial data compiled in proper format without assurance or opinion.

  • Navigating tax regulations in South Carolina and beyond requires expertise and foresight. Our Greenville-based tax professionals provide comprehensive services to ensure compliance while maximizing savings:

    • Individual and business entity tax returns.

    • Gift tax returns.

    • Nonprofit entity tax returns. 

    • Property tax returns and fixed asset depreciation maintenance.

    • Tax planning, projections, and problem resolution, including IRS audit assistance.

    • Business entity selection and nexus determinations.

  • Effective financial management begins with accurate records. We provide Greenville businesses with the tools and expertise needed to manage operations effectively:

    • Monthly bookkeeping services.

    • Financial statement preparation.

    • Payroll tax reporting and compliance.

    • Fixed asset depreciation maintenance.

    • QuickBooks™ consulting for seamless financial management.

  • Planning for the future involves understanding both personal and financial needs. At John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC, we work with Greenville families to develop and maintain comprehensive divorce financial plans:

    Divorce tax planning and coaching through divorce decision making as financial matters are separated.

Let’s work together.