Episode 24: The Future of Finance with Eric Skaff and Suzy Greenwood

Feb 16, 2021 | Community Connections Podcast

E 24 The Future of Finance with Eric Skaff and Suzy Greenwood

On this Episode of the Future of Work we are joined by Eric Skaff, Managing Partner and Suzy Greenwood, Business Manager of Arizona Tax Advisors. We learn more about their entrepreneurial journey and how they strive to make the accounting and tax business more than just policies and endless documents. Arizona Tax Advisors takes pride in learning about each of their customers so they can provide the best advice and support for business owners.

If you are a business owner who is confused or overwhelmed by all of the changes in the tax code this year, you won’t want to miss this episode! Suzy and Eric walk us through some of changes and point out key things to think about. We also get Eric’s opinion on Crypto currency and accepting it as a form of payment. This episode is packed full of useful information for any business owner.

At Arizona Tax Advisors, clients always come first. They are a locally owned and operated accounting firm specializing in Small Business and Individual accounting, tax and bookkeeping services. Because every individual and every business is unique, they take the time to listen and learn about your situation. This personalized approach ensures the best possible results.

Initial consultations are always complimentary. They also review any prior year returns, prior year QuickBooks files, or financial statements upon request. From start-ups to established enterprises, their client relationships are built on trust. They aren’t just accounting and bookkeeping, they take pride in educating clients, watching them grow and succeed.

Eric Skaff is the Managing Partner of Arizona Tax Advisors. He has been serving as an accounting and finance professional for over ten years. After graduating from the University of Nebraska, Eric moved to Phoenix, where he worked for a small public accounting firm. From there he relocated to Boston and spent several years as an accounting professional for a large international public accounting firm. Back in the Phoenix area again, Eric’s work is focused on his clients.

Through the years Eric has developed a solid network of resources in accounting, tax, and finance. This broadens his knowledge base and gives him access to other accounting and finance professionals.

He has specialized in small business solutions in both accounting and business analysis. He understands the complexities of starting and maintaining business in an ever-changing economy. Eric also has a full understanding of accounting, and has set up and maintained the books for many different clients. He includes training as part of his service so that business owners and operators have a full understanding of their operation. He has experience in preparing and filing tax returns for businesses and individuals, as well as sales tax returns, and quarterly and annual payroll returns.

Suzy Greenwood has over 30 years of business and management experience. Her career has been focused on customer service including creative problem-solving, training, daily operations and financial management.

Suzy served as the Chair for the Ambassador Committee, Tempe Chamber of Commerce; Chair for the Women In Business Council, Tempe Chamber of Commerce; serves on the Tempe Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is a member of the Tempe YMCA Advisory Board.

She was awarded the 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award from the Tempe Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, she has organized, facilitated and/or spoken at many seminars and workshops for Small Business Owners and Managers.

Follow Arizona Tax Advisors on LinkedInFacebook and Twitter.

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