Garland Taylor CPA PC

Virtual tax services offered from an Oregon CPA

Certified public accountant in Portland, OR (show on map)

Oregon CPA firm specializing in virtual tax and accounting services for Portland-area sole proprietors and single-member LLCs.

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About

Garland Taylor CPA, PC is a Portland, Oregon-based CPA firm with over 25 years of experience providing virtual tax and accounting services to local small businesses. The firm is 100% Oregon CPA owned and 100% veteran owned.

Garland Taylor personally handles each client's account, offering one-on-one attention and practical solutions for tax planning, bookkeeping, and financial consulting. The firm specializes in working with sole proprietors and single-member LLCs, focusing on IRS Schedule C filers with complex business and personal tax situations. Services are delivered virtually through online portals, email, and phone to eliminate travel and meeting times.

100% Oregon CPA owned

100% veteran owned

25+ years of Portland CPA experience

One-on-one personal service from your CPA

Virtual services eliminating travel time

National Big-8 CPA firm experience without the corporate overhead

Creative CPA offering practical solutions

Member in good standing of Oregon Society of CPAs and AICPA

Services

Business Income Tax Preparation

Preparation of business income tax returns including IRS Schedule C for sole proprietors and single-member LLCs.

Schedule C filing Personal and business tax coordination Virtual service delivery

Personal Income Tax Preparation

Preparation of complex personal tax returns including IRS Form 1040 Schedules A, B, and D.

Schedule A (itemized deductions) Schedule B (interest/dividend income) Schedule D (capital gains/losses)

Accounting & Bookkeeping Consulting

Advisory services in accounting, computerized accounting systems, and financial management for small businesses.

Computerized accounting systems Financial management advice One-on-one consulting

Tax Planning & Strategy

Proactive tax planning to optimize business and personal tax outcomes throughout the year.

Mid-year tax reviews Estimated tax planning Business structure advice

Credentials & Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Oregon

Member in Good Standing - Oregon Society of CPAs

Member in Good Standing - American Institute of CPAs

U.S. Military Veteran

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of clients does Garland Taylor CPA work with? +

The firm focuses on sole proprietors and single-member LLCs in the Portland metro area who file IRS Schedule C. They do not accept clients who only have W-2 income with no business activity (Schedule C), rental-only clients, restaurants, bars, non-profits, daycares, or those needing payroll services.

Does the firm accept new clients? +

As of June 5, 2026, the firm is not accepting new clients. This may change later in the year.

What services are offered virtually? +

The firm offers virtual tax services using online portals, email, and phone to eliminate travel and meeting times. Services include business and personal income tax preparation, tax planning, and accounting consulting.

What are the firm's credentials and memberships? +

Garland Taylor is a CPA with 25+ years of experience, a member in good standing of the Oregon Society of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs, and the firm is 100% Oregon CPA owned and 100% veteran owned.

What industries or business types does the firm NOT serve? +

The firm does not serve restaurants, bars, lodging, non-profits, daycares, film, breweries, cannabis, cryptocurrencies, entertainers, pro-athletes, real estate, rentals/Airbnb, taxis, estates/trusts, gift taxes, farming, overseas taxpayers, foreign ownership, international taxation, or payroll preparation services.

What is the firm's service area? +

The firm serves the Portland metro area (PDX) and is based in Oregon, offering virtual services statewide.

Does the firm provide legal or financial planning advice? +

No. The firm explicitly states it does not provide legal advice, retirement/financial planning services, tax consulting, comfort letters, P&L statements to banks, or audit help for non-clients.

What is the firm's approach to client service? +

The firm emphasizes one-on-one personal service, with Garland Taylor personally handling each client's account. He is available by phone and provides practical, creative solutions rather than the impersonal experience of larger firms.