ACCOUNTING
DONE. RIGHT. FAST.
Your trusted partner in Accounting, Taxes, Business and Payroll Services.
Accessible Accounting provides the flexibility and control you deserve.
Our process is streamlined, low-risk, and customized to meet your specific needs.
Why Choose Accessible Accounting?
If you are a small business and looking to relieve yourself of accounting duties, or trying to save money by outsourcing your accounting work, Accessible Accounting has a simple process we follow. This whole process works very quickly, and after we go through the list and you are comfortable with our services, it is a very easy process to get started. Plus, if at any point you are unhappy, you are in complete control. Our objective is to make this a simple and low-risk opportunity for you and your company.
For over 20+ years, Kelly Kras CPA, Owner of Accessible Accounting, has been helping individuals and businesses in the Midwest achieve their financial goals. Accessible Accounting personalizes every experience, making it one-of-a-kind and unique. Kelly Kras CPA and her staff are dedicated to keeping up with the latest changes in tax laws.
Services We Offer
ACCOUNTING
- Monthly Accounting and Bank Reconciliations
- Document Retention
- Asset and Depreciation Tracking
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Assist in making the necessary accounting and tax elections
- Budgeting
TAX
- Business and Personal Tax Returns
- Sales Tax Reporting
- Use Tax Reporting
- Highway Use Tax Reporting
- Indiana Personal Property Tax Returns
- Audit Representation
- Tax Planning
- Compliance
BUSINESS
- Entity Selection
- Software Selection
- Incorporation/Organization at the State
- Compliance with Information Returns (1099s)
- Insurance Audits
- Secretary of State Filings
- Notary and Fax Services
- Assistance with Insurance needs
- Strategic Business Planning
PAYROLL
- Affordable Plan for Small Business Owners, starting at $50/mo
- All Yearly and Quarterly Payroll Filings Included
- Withholding Estimates and Facilitating Payments
- All benefits integrated with payroll
Choose Your Payroll Solution
We offer two reliable and cost-effective payroll solutions to meet the diverse needs of small businesses.
An affordable choice for small businesses with straight forward payroll needs.
Interested in Remote Accounting?
Meet Our Staff
At Accessible Accounting CPA, our team is committed to delivering the quality service that you deserve. We work one on one with clients to provide the following services : annual tax returns, insurance audits, Secretary of State filings, quarterly tax payments, full service payroll, employment returns, sales and use tax returns, monthly reconciliations – for individuals and businesses.
Kelly is the founder and owner of Accessible Accounting Inc. She is a 1993 graduate of Lake Central High School, and also attended St. Michael’s School in Schererville. She graduated Indiana University in Bloomington in 1996 and received her CPA License in 2007. Since 1996, she has worked hands on, in the accounting support of several different industries including : construction, personal care, logistics, medical, etc.
Kelly enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, volunteering and staying active by raising her young daughter.
Janet is our in house Accounting Specialist and troubleshooter, located in our Hobart office. She is our front line with businesses and performs a detailed analysis, which is then moved to Kelly’s plate.
Sandy is our full time Administrative Specialist, located in St. John. She makes sure that our clients are taken care of and has 22 years of administrative experience. She is actually our internal CIA (Central Intelligence Agency).
As a busy mother of two, Sandy enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and staying active.
Accessible Accounting takes pride in providing our clients with the highest level of personalized customer service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Federal Get Refund Status (irs.gov)
- Indiana DOR: Check the Status of Your Refund (in.gov)
- Illinois MyTax Illinois
- Federal Amended return Where’s My Amended Return? | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov)
The IRS has told us a variety of reasons: coronavirus, shutdowns, incorrect stimulus amount reported, employee status at the IRS, etc.
Basically, the sooner you file, the sooner you will get your refund. Paper files are processed slower.
Generally, we process returns within 5 days or less. As the tax season progresses towards the filing deadline, processing time may vary. Processing time greatly depends upon all required information being submitted. Don’t worry, we’ll help you understand what we need to prepare a complete and accurate return!
Yes, you should never wait to pay the IRS or state, but you can pay us later; know that we can not transmit your eFile until payment has been received.
Here are the various ways to get your paperwork to us. Each location has a 24-hour mail slot to securely drop off your paperwork. Our Hobart address is 824 E 3rd St & our St John address is 8671 Wicker Ave (next door to St. John Animal Clinic.) You can also mail or fax us. Our fax number is (219) 940-9902. Or, for your convenience, we have added a secure portal through our website. Please follow the “Portal Login” button above . If you have any questions for Kelly, she will contact you after we’ve received and reviewed your paperwork.
During this tax season, we have two locations to better serve you!
Office hours for our Hobart location (824 E 3rd St):
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Office hours for our St. John location (8671 Wicker Ave):
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
More detailed office hours can be viewed in the website footer.
You may have received several payments from the IRS last year. We strongly recommend that you click Your Online Account | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov) to set up an IRS Account to expedite your process. This will be needed for BOTH husband & wife. This is the most accurate way to know what the IRS has on file for you. Please provide a copy to us at the time of drop-off. If incorrect information is given, your return may be delayed for a minimum of 6 months.
To prepare an accurate return, please send us:
Your normal tax documents including, but are not limited to, proof of your Stimulus Payment, any Advance Child Tax Credit (Letter 6419), and any other new events in your life, such as the birth of a child, marriage, divorce, death of a spouse.
A copy of your (and your spouse’s) driver’s license may be required if we do not have an updated copy on file. Other documents may be required once we have received & reviewed your paperwork.
If you are a new Client, please provide us with a copy of last year’s return. Along with the Date of Birth & Social Security Number of you and your spouse & any dependents.
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To prepare an accurate return, we’ll need all the tax documents that you would normally receive in the mail. So that we can get started, please also include :
- Copy of your (and spouse’s) driver’s license
- Copy of your last year’s return
- Date of Birth and Social Security number of any dependants
- How much did you receive for the 3rd stimulus? (or include Notice 1444C)
- Did you receive any Advance Child Tax Credit (or Letter 6419)
*We’ll be in touch to get any missing information*
We have a portal to upload documents, a delivery service, and a 24-hour secure drop slot. If none of that works for you, let us know, and I’m sure we can come up with something that will work!
The tax laws have changed so much recently and we expect more to come down the pipeline! From W2 employees to Business owners: We ALWAYS look at your current tax situation and offer suggestions that will help your tax plan for the future.
For all businesses, we require your bank statements or your own accounting documents, such as Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Receipts, etc., If you are a new Client, your last year’s tax return is required. Other items may be required once we receive and review your documents. As a reminder, most business returns are due by March 15th, or an extension may be available.
During these unprecedented times, there may be many reasons that you’d like to file an extension. There is never an extension to pay your taxes. There is only an extension to file your return. We would be happy to file an extension of you, but we will require your basic information.
If you’d like an Organizer, please e-mail us at support@accessibleaccounting.net or call us during business hours at (219) 800-1040 and press ZERO to speak with someone in the office & we’ll be happy to send one to you. If leaving a voicemail, please spell out your email address for accuracy.
Yes, you can file an extension to FILE, however there is never an extension to pay. All taxes are due on the tax due date.
- Location
8671 Wicker Ave in St John
(right next to St. John Animal Clinic)
824 E 3rd St @ Hobart
(next to T’s Pizza)
- Office Hours
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