Paramount Tax & Accounting Silicon Valley Central

Paramount Tax & Accounting Silicon Valley Central

About This Listing

Bookkeeping
Business Consulting
Financial Statements
Payroll
Tax Preparation
Tax Planning
IRS Representation
Entity Structuring
Small Businesses
Individual Taxpayers
QuickBooks
Remote Services
Bilingual Services
In-person Support

Who Can Work with a CPA?

Individuals seeking tax prep, retirement planning, or financial advice
Small business owners needing bookkeeping, payroll, or tax compliance
Freelancers and contractors with 1099 income or complex returns
Couples planning finances together or managing joint returns
Investors with capital gains or rental property income
Anyone looking for year-round financial guidance and peace of mind

*Note: CPAs may specialize in different areas. Be sure to check credentials and service offerings.*

First-Time Clients

If this is your first time working with a CPA, don’t worry — most professionals offer a free consultation and will walk you through what to expect. You may be asked to complete an intake form, share financial documents, or set clear goals for your session.

What to Know Upfront:

Documentation Bring your most recent tax returns, income details, and any financial concerns
Availability Appointments fill up quickly during tax season — book early if possible

*Note: Every CPA operates a bit differently. Don’t hesitate to ask questions before committing.*

What to Bring

Government-issued ID for verification
Tax documents (W-2s, 1099s, investment summaries, etc.)
Receipts or logs for deductible expenses, donations, or mileage

*Tip: Organize your documents in advance to save time and ensure accuracy.*

Preparing for Your Appointment

Write down any financial goals or questions in advance
Check if your CPA offers virtual sessions or document uploads
Bring a notebook or use a notes app for key takeaways
Know your deadlines for filing, payments, or compliance

*Note: Preparation helps you make the most of your CPA’s expertise.*

How to Get Started

Use our directory to find highly reviewed CPAs near you. Reach out directly to schedule your consultation.

Other Helpful Info

Many CPAs offer both in-person and remote consultations
Fees may be flat-rate, hourly, or based on service complexity
Some CPAs specialize in industries like healthcare, real estate, or tech
Check for client reviews and credentials (CPA license, EA, etc.)

*Note: Every CPA is different — take time to find one who fits your goals and style.*

Features

Bookkeeping
Business Consulting
Financial Statements
Payroll
Tax Preparation
Tax Planning
IRS Representation
Entity Structuring
Small Businesses
Individual Taxpayers
QuickBooks
Remote Services
Bilingual Services
In-person Support

Contact Information

Address

1475 S Bascom Ave #113

Campbell, California 95008

Hours

Sunday Closed
Monday 8AM-6PM
Tuesday 8AM-6PM
Wednesday 8AM-6PM
Thursday 8AM-6PM
Friday 8AM-6PM
Saturday Closed

Customer Reviews

This was for 2024, filing for 2023. I was in dire need of accounting assistance given I had a significant job change, and was starting to take off as a self-proprietor contractor business, and was recommended Elayne through a networking friend who specialized with small businesses like me. I thought this would be perfect, and all the reviews on here were glowing...but to my utter disappointment, she and her company fell short of these lofty expectations. At first it seemed promising, we had a Zoom call t

We had the pleasure of working with Elayne for our 2022 tax return and we couldn't be happier with the level of service she provided. Elayne was knowledgeable, professional, and always responsive to our questions and concerns. She made the process of filing our tax return a breeze, and we were thrilled to hear that it was accepted by both the IRS and CA Franchise Tax Board. We appreciate Elayne's attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our taxes were done correctly. We have no

I?m very happy with Elayne?s attention to detail and how quickly she was able to help me with my business and personal returns. Her pricing is very fair as well! I was with my passed accountant for over 30 years and was nervous about finding a replacement after he retired but I?m very comfortable with Elayne at Paramount.

I've known Elayne Pace for many years and always have been impressed with her professionalism and kindness. She really cares about her clients and their needs. She will go the extra mile to accommodate the client. I would truly recommend her and her staff with all my financial needs.

Elayne is amazing! She is incredibly detail-oriented and can help answer any questions you have. She is easy to work and a highly educated professional. I would recommend her to anyone looking for top tier Tax and Accounting services.

Elayne was a delight to work with. I was way behind, she not only was supportive she got me on track, she was prompt with my taxes, her system to upload documents are user friendly! I will definitely be using her for upcoming tax years. She is professional and knowledgeable with great communication.

I highly recommend working with Elayne, in any context. She is responsive, diligent, informed and compassionate. She cares deeply about the individuals she serves and I felt that my family's needs were her utmost priority. Thank you Elayne!

While I haven't used this service, I do know Elayne personally. I have no doubt she will do her utmost to help each of her clients. She is a hardworking, honest individual, with good people skills and has many years worth of experience in accounting.

This is my 2nd year using Elayne at Paramount Tax & Accounting. Had a great experience last year so used her again with a much more complex tax situation. Elayne made the process easy. She was great to work with, easy to communicate with and super easy to understand. Highly recommend Elayne at Paramount and plan to continue using her.

I've known Elayne for over 25 years. She has always been reliable, smart and dedicated to her work. I trust her as a friend as well as a professional in her field. I'm glad to have met her and will continue to speak highly of her experience and expertise.

I've been working with Elayne for a few months now and I cannot begin to express how helpful she has been to me and my business. She is efficient, calm and extremely capable. I had quite the mess coming out of COVID with my salon and she has been huge part in getting my business back to a place where I find enjoyment in it again. Thank you so my Elayne.

Absolutely awful. I have no words to describe how terrible the experience has been with this practice. If you want to skip the full review, here's a summary: As of early morning 4/16, my taxes were not filed and I am unsure an extension was filed. AVOID THIS PRACTICE IF YOU WANT YOUR SANITY AND TAXES FILED! *** The accountant I have been with for 8 or 9 years, sold to Paramount and Elayne and her team took over the accounts. After doing my diligence on Elayne, I did a quick zoom meet n greet call with her i

Elayne Pace is an efficient and capable professional, and an asset to all those that use her for tax advice, and accounting and financial services. She continues to get positive reviews from her clients and not only do they get a skilled expert in the field, they get a compassionate and kind ally.

Elayne helped me incorporate my real estate business. She answered all of my questions and provided valuable advice and consulting that saved me thousands of dollars. I am so glad that I chose Elayne Pace and I feel confident referring her to all of my clients.

Elayne was a pleasure to work with. She is organized and a great communicator. Our taxes were prepared in a timely manner and I highly recommend Elayne and Paramount Tax and Accounting.

Elayne is the absolute best! Extremely knowledgeable, detail oriented, and easy to work with. It?s reassuring to know I have a reliable and highly educated professional that I can depend on. I would highly recommend using her services.

Recommended from a friend. Elayne was great. Hassle-free tax preparation with a smile. It was convenient to scan in your documents to a secure portal at your leisure, followed by a brief optional meeting to review. Cost for tax prep is on par with others. This business is located in San Jose's Cambrian area.

Since I have a huge debt with the IRS, taxes, offers in compromise and just knowing which forms apply has always been a challenge. Since Ive met Elayne my struggles are no longer an issue. Her knowledge, suggestions and consistency has enabled me to see light at the end of the tunnel. I have finally found a tax advisor i can count on with ease and trust! Thank you Elayne for your continued support!

Working with Elayne Pace was a seamless experience! Her portal is simple to use, and everything can be done electronically. I highly recommend her services at Paramount Tax & Accounting.

Elayne consistently provides not only courteous, but informed customer service. I appreciate her professionalism, ?above-and-beyond? actions, and positive yet pragmatic attitude.

You can save yourself all the trouble and frustration if you stay away from Paramount Tax This is the first time I tried to do taxes with Paramount and found out to be a huge mistake. They were not capable of doing taxes in time since according to them they acquired a company and got 400 new clients and did not have the staff to do it. If they don't have the staff to do their job, why can't they tell clients to go with another CPA. I am not sure how can they run a company with such reckless attitude and st

Elayne is great to work with and does excellent work. Quick turnaround and I?m extremely happy with the results I receive. Definitely recommend Paramount Tax and Accounting!!!

I was completely confused with how to manage moving from a W-2 employee to self-employed and Elayne made the entire process so easy. Her suggestions saved me much more money than I would have managed on my own or with TurboTax and I highly recommend her services to anyone in need of some tax hand-holding.

Elayne is an amazing CPA! She helped my family with our interesting tax situation and also provided us with a game plan for the following year; to take full advantage of our situation.

Elayne went above and beyond anyone else would?ve done in a special case like mine. I am very thankful and confident that she looks out for her clients (and to think, I?m not even one of them). Should I need future help, I?ll definitely be turning to her. Thank you!

Elayne Pace is a professional, an asset for any business or individual; tax, accounting, finance. I am fortunate to have found her and more so thankful for the expert advice, the compassionate ear, and get it done attitude.

Elayne and her company are wonderful. We work with her through my financial management company, Optimum Accounting. Great business partnership and professionalism.

Elayne is amazing! She is professional, calm, courteous, patient and excellent at everything she touches! A true 5-star resource!!

Elayne is experienced, knowledgeable, and diligent in her work. I enjoy working with her and recommend considering her for your accounting and tax-filing needs.

Elayne is amazing! She is so knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. I could not be happier to have met her! Thank you for all that you do! 10 stars ? ??

Elayne was fantastic to work with. Amazing with communication and would take her time to explain things to me and answered any questions I Had.

I have known Elayne for years, and Elayne is so knowledgeable in these areas. If you need help with tax and accounting related, I strongly recommend Paramount Tax and Accounting.

I?ve known Elayne for over 35 years, she is reliable, honest and professional. You won?t find someone who cares more about her clients.

I'm a nonprofit consultant, and I've thoroughly enjoyed working with Paramount Tax on client projects. The service provided is always professional, and high quality, and they are a pleasure to work with, I would 100% recommend to anyone looking for quality services.

Elayne is amazing and super helpful in maximizing our refund. Her fee is very reasonable too!

Elayne is honest, dependable and knowledgeable. I love the fact that Paramount has such a deep network to get answers to all your tax questions.

I recommend Paramount Tax to anyone looking to remove the stress of filing taxes. The process was straightforward and Elayne was always available to answer any questions.

Working with Elayne is always a pleasure. She is professional, friendly and so helpful!

Paramount Tax & Accounting is exceptional. Elayne, the owner, is incredibly talented and trustworthy. I highly recommend them.

Elayne is a wonderful woman, she is truly a hard working person that is responsive and a fantastic woman to work and collaborate with!

Elayne at Paramount Tax & Accounting is a true professional and very personable. She can answer and solve complex tax and accounting questions.

Elayne is extremely helpful and really cares about her clients. Highly recommend!

Elayne?s deep experience, attention to detail and true desire to do her best job for her customers makes her my top recommendation if you are looking for tax services.

Elayne goes above and beyond to help her clients. I'd recommend her to anyone seeking financial services.

If you are looking for a hardworking, knowledgeable and friendly CPA, you will find her here! Elayne and Paramount Tax & Accounting will not disappoint.

This company prides itself on accuracy, knowledgeable Staff, accountability, and excellence in customer service. I highly recommend them for all your Accounting needs.

Paramount is the only place I trust for my taxes. They are very professional and courteous. I have full trust that I am getting every dollar I can back with Paramount.

I worked with Elayne Pace. She did a great job! Prompt and responsive.

Great customer service. Elayne is wealth of knowledge and helped me with my business!

I can?t say enough about Elayne??professional, trustworthy, extremely knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with.

Elayne is amazing to work with, very professional, highly recommend!

Elayne is very helpful and giving great advice. Appreciate that..

Elayne is a very experienced and dependable individual.

Great customer service. Great prices. Saved me this past year from the IRS

Passion for work and precision, thank you, like feeling sure you have made the right choice

Thank you Elayne! Your knowledge and attention to detail really helped us!

Top notch service with an equal quality staff! A true pleasure!

Very knowledgeable and professional.

Professional, Fast, Reliable Tax service,

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications should I look for in a CPA?

Look for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, which ensures they’ve passed rigorous exams and meet state requirements. Check for relevant experience in your industry, additional certifications like CFA or CMA, and membership in professional organizations like the AICPA. Verify their credentials through state licensing boards.

How do I find a CPA in my area?

Use online directories like the AICPA, CPAverify, or state CPA societies. Search platforms like Yelp or Google for local CPAs with reviews. Ask for referrals from business associates, friends, or financial advisors. Local chambers of commerce can also provide recommendations.

What’s the difference between a CPA and an accountant?

A CPA is a licensed professional who has passed the CPA exam and met state requirements for education and experience. An accountant may lack this certification and could have varying levels of expertise. For complex tasks like tax audits or financial reporting, a CPA is typically more qualified.

How do I know if a CPA specializes in my needs?

Ask about their experience with your specific financial needs, such as tax preparation, small business accounting, or estate planning. Review their website or LinkedIn for case studies or client testimonials. Inquire about their client base to ensure they handle similar financial situations.

Should I check a CPA’s reviews before hiring?

Yes, reviews provide insight into a CPA’s reliability, communication, and performance. Check platforms like Google, Yelp, or the Better Business Bureau for client feedback. Look for patterns in reviews, but verify their authenticity, as some may be biased or outdated.

How can I verify a CPA’s license?

Visit your state’s Board of Accountancy website or use CPAverify.org to check a CPA’s license status. Confirm their license is active and check for any disciplinary actions or complaints. This ensures they’re in good standing and meet professional standards.

What questions should I ask during a CPA consultation?

Ask about their experience with your financial needs, fee structure, availability, and communication style. Inquire how they handle tax filings, audits, or financial planning. Ask for references or examples of similar work to assess their expertise and fit.

How much should I expect to pay for a CPA’s services?

Fees vary based on location, services, and complexity. Basic tax preparation may cost $150-$500, while business accounting or audits can range from $1,000 to $10,000+. Request a detailed fee structure upfront and compare quotes from multiple CPAs.

Can I work with a CPA remotely?

Yes, many CPAs offer remote services through secure online platforms for document sharing and virtual consultations. Ensure they use encrypted tools for data security. Remote CPAs can be effective if they understand your local tax laws or business regulations.

How do I assess a CPA’s communication skills?

During consultations, evaluate their ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly. Ask sample questions about taxes or financial strategies and note their responsiveness and clarity. Good communication ensures you understand their advice and fosters a productive relationship.

What red flags should I watch for when screening a CPA?

Beware of CPAs who guarantee specific tax refunds, lack a valid license, or have disciplinary actions on record. Avoid those with poor communication, vague fee structures, or negative reviews highlighting unethical behavior. Always verify their credentials independently.

Should I choose a CPA from a large firm or a solo practitioner?

Large firms offer more resources and specialized teams but may charge higher fees. Solo practitioners often provide personalized service and lower costs but may have limited availability. Choose based on your needs, budget, and preference for personalized attention.

How often should I meet with my CPA?

For individuals, annual meetings for tax preparation may suffice. Businesses may need quarterly or monthly check-ins for bookkeeping, tax planning, or financial reporting. Discuss your needs upfront to establish a meeting schedule that aligns with your financial goals.

Can a CPA help with both personal and business finances?

Yes, many CPAs handle both, but confirm their expertise in both areas. Ask about their experience managing personal taxes and business accounting simultaneously. Ensure they can balance both without compromising attention to your specific financial needs.

What should I do if I’m not satisfied with my CPA?

Discuss concerns directly with your CPA to resolve issues. If unresolved, check your contract for termination terms. Seek a new CPA by researching reviews, credentials, and referrals. Request your financial records to ensure a smooth transition to a new professional.