Georgia · Flat income tax, film and logistics hub
CPA, bookkeeping & fractional CFO services in Georgia
Georgia has moved to a flat personal income tax and offers well-known film production credits, and Atlanta is one of the largest logistics and fintech hubs in the Southeast. CPA Torrance is a CPA-led firm based in Torrance, California that provides bookkeeping, tax planning, tax filing and fractional CFO support to Georgia businesses remotely.
- Serving all of Georgia remotely
- Georgia Form 600, 600S and 700 tracked for you
- Monthly reporting included
In short
How is a Georgia business taxed?
Georgia taxes pass-through income at the owner level under its flat personal income tax and taxes C corporations on their Georgia income. Corporations also file the Georgia net worth tax, and Georgia offers an elective pass-through entity tax. Sales tax is 4% at the state level plus local rates that vary by county.
- State income tax
- Flat rate
- State sales tax
- 4% + local
- Key business tax
- Net worth tax (corporations)
- How we serve
- Remotely, statewide
Services in Georgia
What we do for Georgia business owners
From Atlanta fintech and creative companies to Savannah port businesses and Augusta healthcare practices, Georgia businesses need organized books and proactive planning. We provide monthly bookkeeping, federal and Georgia tax planning, filings and CFO reporting from one coordinated team.
Bookkeeping Services
- Monthly reconciliations in QuickBooks Online
- Georgia state and local sales tax tracking
- Payroll and contractor payment review
- Monthly profit and loss and balance sheet
- Catch-up and clean-up bookkeeping
Tax Planning & Strategy
- Entity and S corporation review
- Georgia PTE election review
- Federal and state estimated payments
- Multi-state income review
- Year-end tax planning meeting
Tax Filing & Compliance
- Federal business returns (1120, 1120S, 1065)
- Georgia Form 600, 600S and 700 returns
- Owner individual returns
- IRS and state notice help
- Due-date tracking for every filing
Fractional CFO Services
- Cash-flow forecasts
- Budget versus actual reviews
- Margin and pricing analysis
- Lender- and investor-ready reporting
- Growth and hiring plans
Georgia tax planning
Planning around Georgia taxes
Georgia planning combines the flat personal rate, the PTE election, credits like the film and job tax credits, and federal planning.
Book a 15-min callPTE election
Georgia lets pass-through entities elect to pay tax at the entity level. We model whether it lowers your total tax.
Tax credits
Film production, job and research credits can be valuable. We review whether your business qualifies.
Local sales tax
Rates vary by county. We set up your books to report the right rate by location.
Who we work with
Georgia industries we serve
We work with owner-led businesses across Georgia, with experience in the industries that drive the state economy.
Film and media production
Project accounting and production credit tracking.
Logistics and distribution
Freight and warehousing around Atlanta and Savannah.
Fintech and software
Startups with investor reporting and revenue recognition.
Healthcare practices
Medical and dental practices across Georgia.
E-commerce sellers
Online brands with Georgia sales tax, inventory and multi-channel books.
Professional firms
Consultants, agencies and law firms billing by the hour, project or retainer.
Why Georgia businesses choose CPA Torrance
Areas we cover
Serving businesses across Georgia
Businesses in Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, Columbus, Macon work in logistics, film production, fintech, manufacturing and agriculture. CPA Torrance helps Georgia businesses, including those owned from out of state, stay compliant and organized through remote meetings.
- Atlanta
- Savannah
- Augusta
- Columbus
- Macon
- Athens
- Alpharetta
- Marietta
- Sandy Springs
- Roswell
- Video meetings on your schedule
- Secure document portal for statements and returns
- Cloud accounting you can see any time
FAQ
Georgia business tax and accounting questions
Not covered here? A 15-minute call gets you a straight answer for your situation.
What financial services can CPA Torrance provide to Georgia businesses?
We provide monthly bookkeeping, federal and Georgia tax planning, business tax filing and fractional CFO services. Everything runs from one set of books, so your bookkeeper, CPA and CFO advisor work from the same numbers.
Does Georgia have a pass-through entity tax?
Yes. Georgia allows partnerships and S corporations to elect to pay state income tax at the entity level, which can restore a federal deduction for owners.
Can production companies use the Georgia film credit?
Qualified productions can earn a Georgia film tax credit. We track qualified spending and coordinate with your production accountant and credit advisor.
Do Georgia corporations pay a net worth tax?
Yes. Corporations doing business in Georgia file a net worth tax based on capital stock and surplus, alongside the income tax return.
Can CPA Torrance work with Georgia businesses remotely?
Yes. We serve businesses across Georgia, including Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, Athens, Alpharetta, Marietta, Sandy Springs and Roswell, through video meetings, a secure document portal and cloud accounting you can see any time. Our office is in Torrance, California.
How do I get started?
Book a 15-minute call or request a free financial assessment. We review your books, tax position and systems and recommend the right mix of support for your Georgia business.
Get your Georgia books and taxes in order.
Book a call to review bookkeeping and tax planning for your Georgia business.