Small Business Tax Preparation for Chicago & the North Shore

Accurate, strategic, and year-round business tax support

As a business owner, you need more than basic tax filing. You need an advisor who understands entity structures, IRS rules, Illinois requirements, and the financial pressures facing small businesses. With RHL Accountants, you get experienced, proactive guidance that keeps your company compliant and minimizes taxes now and in the future.

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More Than Tax Filing. A Strategy for Growth.

We don’t just fill out forms. We work with you throughout the year to implement tax-saving strategies that help your business keep more of its profits. From planning purchases to deciding on the best entity structure, our guidance is designed to improve cash flow and reduce liability long before tax season arrives.

Filing Support for Every Business Entity

We prepare accurate, compliant tax returns for:



  • S-Corporations
  • C-Corporations
  • LLCs
  • Partnerships
  • Sole Proprietors

Our team reviews allowable deductions, depreciation, credits, and expense classifications to reduce taxable income and optimize your business’s financial position—without cutting corners.

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Expert Support for Complex Business Situations

We help Chicago-area businesses navigate:



  • Multi-state filing requirements
  • Quarterly estimated tax obligations
  • Changing IRS and Illinois regulations
  • Industry-specific tax considerations
  • Income allocation for partners and shareholders
  • Proper classification of contractors vs. employees

With clear, proactive communication, you’ll always know where your business stands—and what steps to take next.

Strengthen Your Business with Integrated Support

Through careful planning and strategic oversight, we help position your business for stability and growth. You can also explore:


Experienced Guidance You Can Count On

With an Enrolled Agent, Certified Tax Resolution Specialist, and 30+ years serving Chicago and North Shore businesses, we bring deep expertise and practical insight to every engagement. Clients appreciate our responsiveness, clarity, and ability to explain complex rules in plain language.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What’s the biggest mistake small businesses make with their taxes?

    One of the most common issues is waiting until the end of the year to think about taxes. When businesses fail to plan quarterly—especially around estimated payments, depreciation timing, and entity structure—they often overpay or face unnecessary penalties. Strategic mid-year reviews typically uncover missed deductions and better ways to structure cash flow.

  • How do I know if my business is using the right entity type for tax savings?

    Many business owners start as an LLC by default, but the ideal structure depends on factors like profitability, payroll, growth plans, and owner compensation. A tax analysis can determine whether electing S-Corp status (or another structure) would legally reduce your tax burden, sometimes significantly.

  • Can you help clean up last year’s business tax return if something seems off?

    Yes. We can review prior-year returns for errors, overlooked deductions, and compliance issues. If adjustments are warranted, we’ll amend the return and help you set up better systems so the same problems don’t repeat this year.

  • What if my business operates in multiple states?

    Multi-state taxation can be extremely complex—rules vary by state, and nexus (taxable presence) is often misunderstood. We evaluate where your business is required to file, prepare the necessary returns, and help you avoid double taxation or compliance gaps.

  • Do you work with startups or only established businesses?

    We work with businesses at every stage. Startups benefit from early tax planning—especially around bookkeeping systems, entity choice, and deductible expenses—while established companies often need deeper strategy, forecasting, and optimization.

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Ready to Reduce Your Business’s Tax Burden?

Schedule a consultation and we’ll review your most recent return—or your current year projections—to identify immediate opportunities to save.