Santoro CPA

The most thorough CPA you'll ever work with.

We know that finding an accountant for yourself, your business, or your non-profit organization is a lot like finding a life partner, as it is one of the most important professional relationships you will have. Your accountant needs to be a trusted adviser that has your best interests in mind at all times. We do just that.

Services.

We provide a complete range of services to businesses, individuals and non-profits.

Accounting

Audit Services
Financial Statement Preparation Services
GAAP Conversions
General Ledger Maintenance and Review
Personal Financial Statements
QuickBooks Accounting
Software Conversions, Training, Support, Clean Up
Financial Projections, Forecasts, Budgeting

Tax

Corporate, Partnership, Non-Profit, Individual Tax Preparation
Multi-State Jurisdiction Taxation
Strategic Tax Planning
Miscellaneous Federal and State Year End Filings (1099/Sales and Use/Property Tax)
Tax Authority Representation
Succession Planning
Start-Up Companies

Consulting

CFO, Controller Services
Job Costing
Streamlining, Process Improvements
Cash Flow Management
Mergers and Acquisitions
Accounting Procedures, Manuals
Cost Benefit Analysis
Inventory, Cost Accounting

Additional services provided through strategic alliance with a partner firm.

About.

The Experience of a Professional.

Charlie

Charlene Santoro

Prior to founding Santoro CPA, Charlene (“Charlie”) Santoro worked for full service accounting firms in the area, including Bailey Schaeffer & Errato, Weinstein & Anastasio, and BlumShapiro.  She has over 15 years of accounting experience.  While at these firms, Charlie primarily worked with individuals and privately held companies ranging from small to mid-sized and non-profits providing audit, accounting and tax and consulting services in various industries including: manufacturing, distribution, construction, legal and medical, professional services, retail, franchises, real estate and property management.

A Career of Distinction

Charlie has been recognized by her peers, winning several awards and accolades such as Housatonic Community College’s “Distinguished Alumni Award,” New Haven Business Times “Forty Under 40 Award,” and Connecticut Society of CPA’s “Candidates Award.”

Education

In addition to her CPA, Charlie holds an MBA in Finance and a BA in Financial Accounting from the University of New Haven.

Involvement

Charlie is a Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants.  Additionally, she is on the Finance Committee and Board of Directors for the Bridgeport School Volunteer Association.

Why Santoro-CPA?

1

Full Range of Services

Charlie continues to work exclusively with individuals, privately held companies and non-profits in various industries, offering a full range of services from audit and tax preparation to business consulting.

2

Cost Conscious

Many of Charlie’s clients were asking for bookkeeping services.  As a result, she started SimpleBooks Corp, which offers accurate, cost effective record-keeping.  Charlie and her staff are certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors and they assist clients with setup and training.

3

Professional

Many of Charlie’s clients were asking for bookkeeping services.  As a result, she started SimpleBooks Corp, which offers accurate, cost effective record-keeping.  Charlie and her staff are certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors and they assist clients with setup and training.

Contact Us.

Office Phone: 203.944.9922
Fax: 203.815.1541
Email: info@santoro-cpa.com