Leek & Associates, PLLC |Certified Public Accountants

The certified public accountants at Leek & Associates are proud to serve the financial needs of individuals and businesses. The primary goal of the firm’s services is to aid clients in realizing their financial goals. The organization provides a number of professional accounting services that benefit individuals and businesses across a number of industries.

The firm prides itself on its progressive outlook. It has grown at a rapid pace since it was founded in 1987. With offices in Little Rock and Hot Springs, the people of Central Arkansas look to Leek & Associates for quality financial services.

Founder Stephen Leek is dedicated to the growth of his employees as much as he is to the growth of his firm. Intelligent and ambitious people who display a strong competence for finance are at the heart of the firm. These professionals are committed to both their work and to their personal growth, as proper life balance is the key to quality in one’s personal and professional lives. The firm and its members also happily contribute to their local business communities.

The accounting firm enjoys a positive reputation for providing stellar customer service. They know the excellent financial assistance they provide is easily marred if the customer perceives a poor service experience. As such, Leek & Associates display the utmost desire to serve clients through a genuine attitude of cooperation. Their strong desire for successful outcomes is unparalleled.

The professionals at Leek & Associates subscribe to the highest standards of professional conduct. The organizational culture encourages innovative thinking as it pertains to marketing, managing, and overall business structures. This helps ensure clients receive the best possible services available.

The mission of Leek & Associates is to provide unparalleled professional accounting services to its patrons. The firm enjoys assisting individuals with their financial needs. Its employees also possess a great deal of expertise, which is valuable to private business owners and non-profit organizations alike.

Tax Services

Accountants can help individuals and business owners navigate the often complex tax system. Financial professionals prepare tax returns to assist clients with filing federal, state and local taxes. In addition, professional reviews can identify ways in which clients might reduce their tax burden. Advisory services aid clients in making the best decisions for themselves or their business.

Certified public accountants also aid in estate and retirement planning as it relates to taxes. When needed, they provide representation before the IRS and other tax agencies, as well as litigation support. Professionals are also well versed in tax compliance issues and can help qualifying organizations secure tax-exempt status.

Management and Owner Consulting Services

Many clients do not realize financial professionals are also qualified business consultants. The fact of the matter, however, is that certified public accountants have the expertise needed to improve business functions. Management consulting services can include business valuations and assistance with business acquisitions and sales. Furthermore, financial forecasts and projections are included in consulting services.

More valuable services included with consulting are:

• Computer systems control evaluation
• Forensic accounting and litigation support
• Operational and financial planning
• Microcomputer hardware and software evaluation
  

Through a careful review of business processes, consultants suggest ways in which owners and managers can grow their business. The assistance they provide pertains to business policies, growth strategies and process improvements. In short, investing in consulting services can help improve every aspect of a business.

Audit and Related Services

Though audits can bring to mind financial wrongs, they are actually helpful tools that many business owners have come to rely on. An appropriately performed audit can help business owners identify financial systems to best serve their needs. An auditor helps business owners implement financial policies and systems of review to help ensure ongoing profitability.

Good auditors first conduct a comprehensive interview with business owners to ensure they understand the key areas of concern. Inclusive audits identify issues as well as recommend solutions to improve internal accounting controls and increase financial functioning. After an audit, a business should expect to experience increased productivity and enhanced functioning in all aspects of the organization.

Leek & Associates|Helping Business Owners

Compilation and Review

In the event a reasonable business does not require an audit, compilation and review services are available to ensure the accuracy of financial records. Compilation and review services include a review of current financial records. The existing records are then used to create financial statements.

The financial statements prepared during a compilation or review are often times provided to government entities and creditors. Business owners rely on compilation and review services for peace of mind. They know the professionally prepared financial statements they receive through this process are up to par.

The review is slightly more comprehensive than a compilation service. Whereas a compilation uses available information, a review actually analyzes those financials. A review can identify potential areas of concern as well as solutions. Accounting professionals typically prepare financial statements on an annual, monthly or quarterly basis.

Payroll Processing and Tax Filing

First time business owners are often surprised at the amount of time it takes to process payroll. Not only does payroll require owners provide paychecks on time, it also expects them to file taxes appropriately. Federal, state, local and other taxes such as unemployment are included in payroll processing.

A professional accountant provides services that help relieve these burdens. They can help business owners devise an efficient payroll system that simplifies the tax filing process. Comprehensive reviews assist owners of businesses both large and small.

Employee Benefit Planning

Financial professionals aid business owners in providing valued benefit packages to employees at a reasonable cost. Talented individuals who can positively affect a business are often attracted by benefit packages. Furthermore, robust benefit packages entice valued employees to stay with an organization.

A definitive plan for employee benefit offerings, whether defined contribution, defined benefit or other types of retirement plans, helps business owners minimize overhead costs. At the same time, it ensures employees receive benefits packages. Cost containment as it relates to benefits can have profound effects on business profitability.

Leek & Associates’ familiarity with businesses across a wide range of industries has benefited business owners across Arkansas. Specialized expertise makes Leek & Associates the go-to firm for professional accounting services. Whatever needs an individual or business client may have, the professionals at Leek & Associates are available to assist.