Clear Financial Support for individuals & Small businesses

Tax Preparation & QuickBooks Bookkeeping — Done Right, Without the Stress

 

100% Virtual • Personalized • Secure & Confidential

Bienvenidos — All Are Welcome

📞 (516) 872-4247

Michael A. Cook LLC
Michael A. Cook LLC

Running a one-person business is hard enough.

Your Taxes and Bookkeeping Shouldn’t Make It Harder.

Feeling overwhelmed?
You’re not alone.

If you’re a solopreneur trying to stay organized, tax-ready, and financially confident, I help make your bookkeeping and taxes simpler—so your business supports the life you want.

Many solopreneurs and small businesses struggle with:

  • Messy or outdated books

  • Stress and uncertainty at tax time

  • Not knowing what to fix or where to start

  • Falling behind because everything depends on you

  • Trying to “do it all” with little guidance

You work hard.
Your financial systems should support your life—not make it more complicated.


 

How I Help

Michael helps solopreneurs keep their finances simple, organized, and stress-free year-round.

My approach is straightforward, practical, and built for real life:

  • No jargon

  • No overwhelm

  • Just reliable support designed for the way you work

Michael is a Public Accountant (PA) and IRS Enrolled Agent (EA), an Accredited Business Accountant (ABA), and an Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor, with over 25 years of experience providing trusted tax and bookkeeping support.


 

What You Get When You Work With Michael

✔ Clean, accurate monthly bookkeeping
✔ Books that stay tax-ready—not last-minute
✔ Year-round support and clear answers
✔ Simplicity instead of stress
✔ Plain-English explanations
✔ A trusted advisor who genuinely cares

More time.
More confidence.
More peace of mind.

Your business should support your life—not control it.


 

Services

Monthly Bookkeeping for Individuals, Solopreneurs & Small Businesses
Stay organized and tax-ready with simple, consistent support.

Bookkeeping Clean-Up / Catch-Up/ Monthly
Behind on your books? I’ll bring everything up to date—calmly and efficiently.

Tax Preparation
Individuals, solopreneurs, S-corps, Partnerships, and small LLCs
Accurate, stress-free filing with clear explanations.

Year-Round Tax Support & Guidance
Avoid surprises and stay ahead of deadlines with ongoing advisory.


 

Why Choose Michael

Warm, professional, and solopreneur-focused.

I understand the realities of running a one-person business because I work closely with solopreneurs every day. My goal is to bring order, clarity, and peace of mind to your financial life—so you can focus on the work you love.

✔ Calm, clear communication
✔ Simple, practical systems
✔ Honest, reliable support
✔ 100% virtual with a secure client portal
✔ Experience you can trust

This is tax and bookkeeping help that feels supportive—not stressful.


 

Ready to Get Started?

Let’s talk—no pressure, no sales talk. Just clarity.

Schedule a Free 15-Minute Intro Call

📞 (516) 872-4247
💬 (516) 210-5146
✉️ michael@mcooktaxes.com

Trusted. Professional. Supportive.
Always just a message or call away.


 

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What Sets Us Apart

100% virtual service — work with us from anywhere

Bookkeeping solutions made simple and practical

Tax-Ready Bookkeeping = Better Tax Results

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Free, confidential consultation

Valuable Information for Tax Payers & Business Owners

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    Enrolled Agents (EA) are America's Tax Experts.

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    EAs are federally-licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation and have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS.

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    Good record-keeping, aka book-keeping, is your best solution for tax savings, cash flow management, profitability, and overall small-business success!

  • Michael A. Cook LLC

    Your tax return is an important snapshot of your Personal Financial Plan - much more than "Where's My Refund?"

  • Michael A. Cook LLC

    Having receipts is NOT enough to satisfy an IRS Audit or settle your tax case. Always speak with a Tax Pro before taking tax advice from a salesperson.

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    Do you have a Tax Professional or EA on your team? Talk with an EA today

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About the Founder

Michael Cook, PA, EA, ATA, ABA, is a seasoned tax and bookkeeping professional who helps individuals, families, and very small businesses bring clarity and calm to their finances.

Born in Jamaica, professionally trained and based in New York, Michael brings a thoughtful, grounded approach to his work—combining technical expertise with genuine care for the people he serves. He takes pride in working closely with clients who want clear guidance, honest answers, and dependable support.

Michael specializes in helping families, solopreneurs, and micro-business owners build financial systems that fit their real lives—so their businesses support their lifestyles, not the other way around. His focus is on simplicity, organization, and long-term stability, not complexity or pressure.

With over 25 years of experience in tax preparation and bookkeeping, Michael believes that good bookkeeping is the foundation for better taxes, smarter decisions, and greater peace of mind.

“Your success is my success.
Good bookkeeping is the first step to better taxes and smarter planning.”

Outside of work, Michael enjoys a good cup of coffee, yoga, qi gong, soccer, and spending time with his loyal (and well-loved) dog, Max.


 

Ready to Get Started?

Schedule a complimentary diagnostic call to identify areas where your books or tax setup may be costing you money—and where simple improvements can make a real difference.

📞 (516) 872-4247
✉️ michael@mcooktaxes.com

Memberships

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    National Society of Accountants (NSA)

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    National Society of Black CPAs (NSBCPA)

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    The American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB)

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    American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS)

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    National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA)

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    National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP)

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What Others Are Saying About Michael

Certifications

Quickbooks
QBO Advanced Badge -QB-Online
QBO Payroll Badge QB-Payroll
NSA
ATA Badge Accredited-Tax-Advisor
ATP Badge Accredited-Tax-Preparer
ABA Badge Accredited-Business-Accountant-Advisor
Enrolled agent
AIPB