Dark Horse CPAs

A Florida CPA You Can Actually Talk To

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5.0

★★★★★

9 reviews

Fort Myers CPA firm providing proactive tax planning, strategic business advisory, and scalable accounting services for entrepreneurs and families.

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About

Dark Horse CPAs is a Fort Myers, Florida CPA firm providing proactive tax planning, strategic business advisory, and modern accounting solutions. The firm offers tax strategy, R&D tax credits, cost segregation, tax compliance and preparation, foreign tax compliance, estate and trust compliance, bookkeeping, outsourced accounting, fractional CFO services, business valuations, and cybersecurity advisory.

Dark Horse serves entrepreneurs, real estate investors, healthcare practices, professional services firms, and other businesses across industries nationwide. The firm is SOC2 compliant and cloud-based, enabling remote work with clients.

80% Net Promoter Score (industry average 38-39%)

550+ five-star reviews on Google and Yelp

90% client retention rate

Cloud-based, nationwide reach

SOC2 compliant

Partnership-oriented approach rather than transactional service

Proactive tax planning to avoid surprises

Services

Tax Strategy

Forward-looking tax planning to help you keep more of what you earn.

Proactive planning Tax reduction strategies Personalized to client goals

Tax Preparation

No surprises come filing time. Accurate personal and business tax filings with strategic planning.

Accurate filings Strategic planning No surprises approach

R&D Tax Credit

Huge tax savings for research activities.

Research credit optimization Tax savings

Cost Segregation

Accelerated depreciation strategies to improve cash flow.

Accelerated depreciation Cash flow improvement

Bookkeeping

Strategic guidance to optimize your tax position and keep books moving.

Strategic guidance Tax position optimization

Outsourced Accounting

Reliable accounting support to keep your books moving. Flexible and scalable accounting department for hire.

Scalable Flexible Department-for-hire model

Credentials & Certifications

Certified Public Accountant

MS, Accounting & Taxation

Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Member, Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA)

SOC2 Compliant

Reviews

Rating

★★★★★

Reviews

"Incredibly knowledgeable, FAST, and easy to work with—highly recommend!"

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Dark Horse CPAs different from other accounting firms? +

Dark Horse focuses on proactive tax planning, strategic advisory, and a partnership approach. They are cloud-based, SOC2 compliant, and report an 80% Net Promoter Score, 550+ five-star reviews, and a 90% client retention rate.

What industries does Dark Horse CPAs serve? +

Dark Horse serves Agriculture, Bio-Tech, Governmental, Medical & Dental, Non-Profits, Real Estate, Technology, Construction, Professional Services, Cannabis, Retail, eCommerce, Manufacturing & Distribution, and Esports & Content Creators.

Do Dark Horse CPAs work with clients outside Fort Myers? +

Yes. Dark Horse is entirely cloud-based and can work with clients from anywhere. They also have a growing list of locations nationwide.

What tax services does Dark Horse CPAs offer? +

Dark Horse offers Tax Strategy, Tax Preparation, R&D Tax Credit, Cost Segregation, Tax Compliance & Preparation, Foreign Tax Compliance & Preparation, and Estate & Trust Compliance & Preparation.

What accounting services does Dark Horse CPAs offer? +

Dark Horse offers Bookkeeping, Outsourced Accounting, and Fractional CFO services.

What is Dark Horse CPAs' approach to tax planning? +

Dark Horse takes a proactive, forward-looking approach to tax planning, focusing on reducing tax liability, ensuring compliance, and building strategies that help clients keep more of what they earn.

Can Dark Horse CPAs help with business tax resolution? +

Yes. Dark Horse offers services including Amended Tax Returns, IRS Payment Plans, Offer in Compromise, Sales Tax Reporting, Bookkeeping Clean Up, Penalty Abatement, and Tax Resolution for back taxes.

What credentials does Chris Ries hold? +

Chris Ries is a Certified Public Accountant with an MS in Accounting & Taxation, and is a member of both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA).