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  • How are your fees determined?
    The Burdette Smith Group bases fees strictly on expended time with consideration given to the complexity of the issues encountered and the resources utilized in the successful completion of the engagement. Each staff member is assigned a billing rate. Billing rates currently range from $250 to $80 per hour. These rates are reviewed annually. Bills are issued monthly and are payable upon receipt. Some services require deposits in advance of the onset of work. A shareholder of the firm will be able to answer further questions regarding fees.

  • What are your office hours?
    The Burdette Smith Group has standard operating hours between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (EST), Monday through Friday. From mid-February through mid-April, office hours are extended to 7:00 p.m. Voice mail, fax or e-mail communications are available twenty-four hours per day. Click here for contact information.

  • Will the Burdette Smith Group be able to meet all of my accounting needs?
    The firm provides the full range of financial reporting services, i.e. audit, review, compilation and valuation, estate planning and administration, eldercare services, corporate and individual tax, litigation support, business succession planning and management consultative service. Our subsidiary, BSG Financial Services, provides comprehensive planning and investment services. We are networked with outstanding banking, legal and financial planning institutions. It is entirely likely that our range of services will meet client needs. The best advice is to discuss your needs with us by calling one of our shareholders.

  • Does the Burdette Smith Group, P.C. meet all industry standards for continuing professional education and certifications?
    All our professional staff hold memberships in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and Virginia Society of CPAs. In addition, the firm is a member of the Private Companies Practice Section of the AICPA. Every four years for the past twelve years, the firm has successfully completed the CPA peer review process. The results of these peer reviews have been outstanding reports with no comments regarding improvement to our quality control procedures. Each member of our professional team complies with the AICPA and Virginia Board of Accountancy requirements for 120 hours of continuing professional education over three years.

  • Are referrals welcome?
    Absolutely. Over the past several years, the dramatic growth of the firm is attributable in large part to the many valuable referrals from our current clientele. We estimate that 80% of our growth is the result of referrals. In our view, referrals are the best testimony to client satisfaction. Clients referring business to the firm can be assured that all referred clients will receive the same outstanding service our clients of long standing have come to expect.

  • How do I contact someone at the Burdette Smith Group with my questions?
    In the "About Us" section, the e-mail addresses for our entire staff are published. The specialties of our senior staff are also included so you may direct your question to someone in our organization who is experienced in the services you require. Telephone numbers are 703-591-5200 or 888-591-5200.

  • Do I need a CPA?
    Only you know the level of services you require. Give us a call - let's discuss it. It may be that you require basic accounting support services which can be handled by one of our non-certified staff accountants, with the supervision and review of a CPA. On the other hand, accounting support services may be so interrelated that it would be in your best interest to work with a CPA to be sure that all facets of your business and personal work are properly analyzed as part of the big picture.

  • What about merger or acquisition opportunities with the Burdette Smith Group?
    Over the years the Burdette Smith Group, P.C. has acquired eight accounting practices. These acquisitions were generally practices of CPAs who were nearing retirement age. The transactions have been universally successful with the legalities structured in such a way that both parties have profited. We are proud that these respected practitioners considered us a good firm in practice and reputation to whom they could recommend their long-term clientele. Retention of clients is always key in these arrangements and we're very good at it. We are always interested in exploring opportunities for merger and acquisition.

  • Are there employment opportunities at the Burdette Smith Group?
    We are always looking for talented accountants. We encourage anyone wishing to locate or relocate in the Washington Metropolitan area to fax resumes to us at (703) 385-3572 or e-mail jenglish@bsgpc.com. We offer professional growth opportunities, generous benefits, salaries ranging above industry standards, a comfortable environment and a compatible staff. See Career Opportunities.