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616 E Main St
Battle Ground, Washington 98604
I appreciate Wayne and his whole team. I know my taxes are being handled correctly and efficiently. Thanks again!
Update on March 1, 2025 Once again, I received great support from the entire team at Wayne Rivers, CPA Accounting & Tax Services. They work together extremely well as a team. Wayne is an exceptional CPA and his staff are also exceptional when it comes to explaining fee structures and payment options. Given the excellence of their work and the speed at which they deliver the finished tax return, their payment structure is very reasonable. (I have been to other CPA's in past years and paid far more than wh
Their entire staff is very helpful and professional. 110% recommend Wayne Rivers CPA to handle your business tax return. A+
We love working with Wayne and his team! Quick response to questions and concerns- they are on top of it!
They make up prices as they feel fit. They don?t tell you the truth about the prices to file. They do let you know what will cost more. They are unprofessional and soulless. Save your money go to H&R Block or turbo tax save yourself time energy and money
Wayne takes the stress out of taxes! Wayne and his team came well recommended by Dave Ramsay's ELP program and I've been with him ever since! His staff handles payroll on time and are always very helpful! I even moved states and kept him - He's that good!
I?ve had Wayne do my taxes for several years now. He offers a very unique tax return experience. His service is top notch! Highly accurate, highly ethical and reasonable in price! His calm patient approach is much appreciated. I wish we would have had him 30 yrs ago! Thank you Wayne Rivers!!
Wayne has been doing my taxes since he first opened. He and his team are reliable, friendly, caring, and extremely efficient! We drive to BG from Vancouver to have Wayne and his do our tax work because we trust them. If you are looking for a new CPA, I HIGHLY recommend Wayne Rivers CPA.
This was my first year using Wayne Rivers CPA to prepare my tax returns, and I'm very pleased. Wayne and his staff are easy to work with, quick to respond, and most importantly, Wayne thoroughly understands the tax code, and the new changes coming. I've recommended Wayne to 2 of my family members as well. Several of my clients use Wayne to prepare their business tax returns, and I've heard nothing but good things from them. Give Wayne a call!
To those considering Mr. Wayne to file your taxes: beware. He was quite responsive while securing our business but is now unreachable after misfiling our taxes. Mr. Wayne submitted the wrong documents for state tax and submitted inaccurate information to the Oregon DOR which prevented my family from receiving our state tax return. While we know that everyone makes mistakes, his apathetic response to his mistake is unacceptable. Mr. Wayne has most definitely lost our business and I would not recommend him t
Wayne Rivers has helped me for multiple years after I couldn?t find a CPA to file and complete my taxes on time, before this I had a CPA filing extensions without my consent and waiting until nearly August to finish my taxes. I am out of state and yet Wayne has taken me on and is efficient and gets things done in a timely manner. Thank you!
I started using Wayne Rivers when I started doing real estate and needed some help navigating the waters. Very different tax world from being an employee. I meet with him prior to filling my first year to ask questions and seek advice and decided we were a great fit. His team is fantastic and he has helped educate me on things to track for write offs as well as guidance on when to consider forming a corporation for tax purposes. I highly recommend them and know several other business owners that work wi
Wayne Rivers CPA and team are fantastic. We had them handle both our personal and business taxes, which were quite complex, and these guys are top notch. Outstanding attention to detail. Wayne makes himself accessible and has a warm and friendly staff. Thanks for everything Wayne!
Wayne Rivers has been our CPA since 2010. My husband and I both own our own businesses. Wayne has helped us tremendously! Wayne and his staff takes care of our monthly bookkeeping, payroll, payroll taxes, federal taxes, B&O taxes, and our annual IRS businesses and personal filings. This year Wayne has also helped us do our annual budget: How to be as efficient as we can to weather the economic storm we are going through. Thanks Wayne- your help has been priceless!
I?ve been working with Wayne Rivers and his team for years now. I?m always amazed at their speedy responsiveness and how easy it is to use their secure system and upload my tax and financial docs right to them. They?re amazing at responding to phone calls and emails. Tax preparation is a breeze with Wayne Rivers CPA.
Wayne & Stacy are awesome. I've used Wayne Rivers CPA for the past 16+ years & have always had a great experience. His staff is flexible and helpful. They have excellent tax knowledge and efficiently handle all my tax needs. Thanks Everyone.
Very good for doing my taxes . I have been coming here for over 25 years great experience
For my business the only CPA I trust is Wayne Rivers. Wayne has trained his staff well and they work efficiently. Wayne is very personable and get's things taken care of quickly. I will continue using Wayne Rivers as long as I am in business and I recommend others do the same.
I've been using Wayne as an accountant for many years and have always been pleased with the service I've received. I especially like working with Stacy to make sure my accounting needs are always met on time and accurately. Keep up the good work and I'll keep bringing my business to you and recommending you!
I had my taxes done here for my 2017 return. After leaving their office, they changed my signed return without my permission. When I tried to e-file my 2018 return it was kicked back to me because the change they made on my previous year return was in error. I contacted Wayne Rivers and he agreed to file an amendment for me. According to letters I?ve gotten from the IRS since, the correct forms were missing from the amendment and now I have to pay someone else (because I?m definitely not going back to Wayne
Wayne did our taxes for the first time this year. I was very happy with the experience. He did a great job and it was less than the block. Definitely planning on using him next year.
Wayne has been my personal and business accountant since 2008 when I started my business. He has helped me so much it's impossible to list everything here. I am always confident in his knowledge and he is very proactive about saving me money. I also started using his payroll services in 2009 and will never go anywhere else. I love his staff always feel like I have a whole team behind me and my finances.
Wayne Rivers has been a saving grace when it comes to taxes. He is reliable, patient and his staff is the friendliest. We are so happy with Wayne Rivers and everything he has done for us.
Wayne is awesome! He and his staff are always on the ball! Quick responses and very kind! Even working remotely, they handle everything with ease! I love this firm! -Ian
Wayne and his team have helped us w/our taxes for 2013 and 2014 -- both years involved some more sophisticated financial transactions, the latter including the sale of our WA home, company paid relocation to NYS, and a sizable bonus. Needless to say, NYS taxes are quite high and somewhat complicated, at least to a non-financial guy like me! Wayne even went the extra mile to provide me contact w/an investment professional and a real estate professional regarding market conditions. Thank you, Wayne, for all o
I was referred to Wayne Rivers 3 years ago...he is the best CPA, tax person I have ever had. Fast, efficient and most of all affordable! Thank you Wayne, appreciate your diligence!
I just picked up my taxes today and I'm so happy. My only regret is I should of switch to them years ago. So professional and they was done perfectly! Price was very affordable and they were very quick at getting them done. Thank you for doing such a great job.
We are beyond grateful for Wayne Rivers, CPA and the professional service and support they have provided us. We trust them completely and are thankful for the tremendous help our business received. THANK YOU!
Wayne Rivers helped me get my new business tax under control. I'm somewhat new to the Northwest and WA, and started a new business, so getting things in order were a chore. Wayne helped out and I ended up with a nice refund as a bonus. Thanks Wayne! Russell Tolle - 45th Parallel Home Inspector
Why even try to navigate tax changes when Wayne Rivers, CPA and his staff are prepared to do it for you...thr they save you time and money! I was so worried about what I'd owe this year but Wayne eased that in less than 60 minutes. If you need assistance, call Wayne Rivers, CPA ASAP!
This review makes me sad because I really like Mr. Rivers and his staff. Very nice people. Sadly, though, the quality of the service was very lacking. Met prior to developing a relationship to ensure fit and thought we were on the same page. I don't have a complex situation but more moving parts than most. In the end, I spent $400 on something i usually did myself and he missed a huge expense (found by another CPA I hired) which resulted in me paying $4,000 more and we had to file an amended return. I
A pleasure to have my taxes done here! Tiffany at the front desk was extremely helpful and nice in answering all my questions. Wayne is straightforward and knows what he is doing. I will be coming back.
Been a great opportunity to be able use Wayne for my taxes the past 2 years and I can say I am glad I did been really great and easy. Friendly staff helped me with all my concerns.
I share a number of mutual clients with Wayne (I'm a business and estate planning attorney). I have witnessed the application of Wayne's accounting knowledge to individuals and businesses, and then seen the positive results and happy clients.
Surprised every yr how much the price to have my taxes done. They don't tell you until you go to the office to pick up your papers then the tell you it's more than you were told. For a simple tax form it's way too expensive.
I went in to get my taxes prepared not a counseling session. That is why I give them 4 stars and not 5. My taxes were prepared adequately and it did not cost me as much as many CPA's charge.
Thanks Wayne and team for 10 years of super knowledgeable, fast, accurate, responsive, and friendly service at a very reasonable price! You are all awesome!
Very polite and knowledgeable staff. Also very understanding. I am a bit of a procrastinator turning in what they need at the last minute and though I?m certain it?s a bit frustrating they never let me know it. I highly recommend there services.
Wayne and his staff are the best CPA my wife and I have used in our 37 years of marriage.
We highly recommend Wayne and his staff! :) They are very efficient and answer any questions we have thru the entire year.
I've used Wayne since the beginning ,I would recommend him to anyone .
Great people -great service-great job done well ! Thanks again to Wayne and his staff.
Wayne and his staff are wonderful! Very professional very helpful and knowledgeable!
Very nice staff and quick turnaround on the taxes. Nice to have professionals do your taxes
Great work. Great guy! We'll be back! Thanks, Wayne!
I can?t ask for a better team, they are always happy and inviting
They are fast and do a great job no complaints here.
The whole team is AMAZING!!! I won't go anywhere else
Very impressed. Fast friendly service
No reason to go anywhere else.
No one better for all your tax needs
Always accurate and always a pleasant experience.
Friendly, thorough, and pretty quick.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.