Individual & Family Returns
Federal and state returns prepared carefully and reviewed line by line. W-2s, investments, rentals, retirement income, and life changes are all covered.
Central New York · Tax preparation & advisory
Climb higher.
Plan smarter.
Achieve more.
Personal attention, thorough preparation, and clear answers, all year and not just in April. For individuals, families, and the small businesses that make Central New York work.
- Year-round availability
- Secure document portal
- E-file federal & state
Downtown Syracuse, NY · Photo by Evan Strock
Services
Everything your return needs, and nothing it doesn't.
Every engagement starts with a conversation, so you only pay for the work you actually need.
Small Business Tax
Sole proprietors, LLCs, S-corps, and partnerships. Schedule C, 1120-S, and 1065 filings with a focus on every deduction you've earned.
Tax Planning & Advisory
Proactive, year-round strategy: estimated payments, entity selection, retirement contributions, and timing decisions made before year-end rather than after.
IRS Notices & Representation
Received a letter? Don't panic. We review the notice, respond on your behalf, and resolve audits, payment plans, and penalty abatements.
Bookkeeping & Payroll
Clean monthly books, reconciliations, and payroll filings, so tax season is a formality instead of a scramble.
Amended & Prior-Year Returns
Missed a form, a credit, or a whole year? We'll get you caught up, correct past filings, and recover what you're owed.
How it works
Four steps. Zero guesswork.
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Consult
A free 15-minute call to understand your situation and give you a clear, upfront quote.
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Upload
Send documents securely through the client portal, or drop them off in person. You'll get a personalized checklist.
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Review
We prepare your return, then walk you through it: what changed, what you saved, and what to plan for next year.
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File & follow through
E-filed and confirmed. If the IRS ever writes back, we're still here, and that's included.
About
A real person who knows your name, and your return.
Finochio Tax & Advisory was built on a simple idea: taxes are personal, so tax help should be too. You won't be handed off to a seasonal preparer or a call center. You'll work directly with Anthony Finochio, who prepares and reviews every return personally.
Clients across Central New York stay because they get straight answers, returns that hold up, and someone who picks up the phone in July as readily as in April.
- Accuracy first. Every return is reviewed twice before it's filed.
- Plain English. You'll understand your return, not just sign it.
- Transparent pricing. A quote before any work begins, with no surprises.
- Confidential. Your data is encrypted and handled under IRS Publication 4557 safeguards.
Client resources
Get ready in minutes.
Document checklist
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Quick links
Key dates
Dates falling on a weekend move to the next business day. Disaster-area extensions may apply.
Secure client portal
Never email your Social Security number again.
Upload documents, sign engagement letters, pay invoices, and download your finished return, all encrypted end to end.
FAQ
Good questions, clear answers.
Do I need to come into the office?
No. Most clients work with us entirely remotely: upload documents through the secure portal, review your return on a video call, and sign electronically. In-person appointments are always available if you prefer.
What if I can't file by the deadline?
We can file an extension (Form 4868 for individuals) that gives you until October 15 to file. An extension to file is not an extension to pay, so we'll estimate what you owe and help you pay it on time to avoid penalties.
I got a letter from the IRS. What should I do?
Don't ignore it, and don't pay anything before it's been reviewed. Many notices are automated and some are simply wrong. Send us a copy through the portal and we'll tell you exactly what it means and what to do next.
I haven't filed in a few years. Can you help?
Yes, and without judgment. We'll pull your IRS transcripts, reconstruct what's needed, file the missing returns, and work out a payment plan if one is needed. The sooner we start, the more options you have.
How long does it take to get my return done?
Typically 5–10 business days once we have all your documents. During peak season (late March–April) allow a little more time, or get your documents in early to move to the front of the line.
How is my information kept secure?
Documents are exchanged through an encrypted portal, never plain email. We follow the IRS's Publication 4557 safeguards and maintain a written information security plan as required by the FTC Safeguards Rule.
How do I pay?
Invoices are sent through the client portal and can be paid by card or ACH. For eligible returns, fees can also be deducted from your refund.
Contact
Let's take this off your plate.
Book a free 15-minute consultation. You'll hear back within one business day.
- Phone
- (315) 751-0735
- afinochio@ajfcpas.com
- Office
- 123 Main Street, Suite 200
Your City, NY 00000 - Hours
- Mon–Fri · 9am–5pm
Jan 15–Apr 15: Sat 10am–2pm, evenings by appointment