James Johnson CPA

James Johnson, CPA, is a small boutique firm located in Reno, Nevada, providing tax, accounting and consulting services for businesses and individuals.
The firm recently relocated to its current location, which will allow for continued growth into the 21st century.
James is licensed by the Nevada State Board of Accountancy and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Nevada Society of CPAs.
Prior to public accounting, James worked in banking.
His knowledge and experience of how banks underwrite business credit allows him to help his clients understand the process and apply for the financing necessary to grow and expand their businesses.

Taxation is about understanding how the Code and Regulations apply to your situation.
For most, it's not complicated.
For others, it can become complicated very quickly when you are self-employed, or own rental property, or have complicated brokerage transactions, or lived or worked in multiple states during the tax year, or are a member of a pass-through entity such as an LLC, partnership or S corporation.
When your situation is complicated, there is no substitute for the assistance of an experienced tax professional because he or she can help you understand how the law applies to your situation so that a complete and accurate tax return is prepared resulting in the maximum refund or minimum tax due.

Similar to federal taxation, state taxation can be complicated especially when you move from or to a state during the tax year, or you worked in multiple states during the tax year.
Because we have clients working in Reno, Nevada, and living on the California side of Verdi or Lake Tahoe, we have first hand knowledge of unique state tax issues.
State taxation generally comes with all the same issues related to federal taxation with the added complexity that many states may not conform to federal tax laws.

Thinking about taking a temporary work assignment in China, Australia or other foreign country?
We can help you understand how U.S. taxpayers are taxed on their worldwide income.
Avoid unintended tax consequences when working abroad by talking to an experienced tax professional who understands international taxation before you accept a job overseas!
Canada & Mexico too.
How much tax will you have to pay if you don't qualify for the Bona Fide Residence Test or Physical Presence Test?
We can answer this question and more before you accept a job overseas or live abroad for an extended period of time.

Need help completing Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate, or have you been thinking about installing a home solar electric system?
Tax planning and estimate calculation is one of the many services we provide.
During the planning process we will help you understand how to maximize your deductions, minimize your tax, and determine if there are tax credits available to you.
Have you ever wondered if you made a charitable contribution using your credit card whether it is deductible when you charged it to your card or when you paid the credit card bill?