About Bradford Simmons
Brad is an experienced financial consultant currently serving closely held businesses and high net worth individuals. He provides services in the fields of IRS representation, taxation, accounting, and payroll. His over thirty five years of experience include over twenty five years at one of the “Big Four” accounting firms where he was admitted as a partner. During his entire career he has focused on serving the needs of individuals and closely held businesses.
Education
* Bentley University, Waltham Massachusetts — Masters in Taxation, 1995
* Boston University, Boston Massachusetts - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting, 1986
Professional Certifications and Associations
* Certified Public Accountant - currently licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
* American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - member
* University of Connecticut - IRS Representation Certificate Program
Education
* Bentley University, Waltham Massachusetts — Masters in Taxation, 1995
* Boston University, Boston Massachusetts - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting, 1986
Professional Certifications and Associations
* Certified Public Accountant - currently licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
* American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - member
* University of Connecticut - IRS Representation Certificate Program
Tax Agencies Serviced
Federal Tax Agencies
- Internal Revenue Service
State Tax Agencies
- Massachusetts Department of Revenue
Reviews
Reviewed by
Anonymous
Advised on Tax Audit or Examination |
Sep 11, 2024
Reviewed by
Anonymous
Advised on Unpaid Taxes |
Jun 13, 2024
Problem Experience
- Unpaid Taxes
- Past Due Tax Return
- Wage Garnishment
- Unfiled Returns - No Balance
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Bank Levy
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Notice of Determination
- Trust Fund Recovery Penalty
- Notice of Deficiency
- Other Levies
- Passport Issues
- Cryptocurrency Issue
- Spousal Tax Issue
- Tax Refund
- Tax Return Mistake
- Unpaid Taxes
- Unfiled Tax Returns
- Suspended Drivers License
- Suspended Professional License
- Treasury Offset
- Wage Garnishment
- Tax Lien
- Tax Penalties
- Seizure
- Bank Levy
- Domiciliary Resident Issues
- Non-Resident Income Allocation
- Tax Audit or Examination
- Sales Tax or Excise Tax
Solution Experience
- Payment Plans
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Offer In Compromise
- Currently Not Collectible
- Partial Payment Installment Agreement
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Penalty Abatement
- Amend Tax Returns
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Injured Spouse Relief
- Lien Withdrawal
- CAP Hearing
- CDP Hearing
- Business Tax Preparation
- Trust Tax Preparation
- Gift and GSTT Tax Preparation
- Estate Tax Preparation
- Lien Discharge
- Audit Reconsideration
- Lien Subordination
- 4180 Interview Support
- Audit Representation
- Estate (Fiduciary) Tax Preparation
- CSED Analysis
- IRS Transcript Analysis
- Tax Consultation Service
- Payment Plan
- Penalty Abatement
- Levy Release or Reduction
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Offer In Compromise
- Lien Release
- NR Income Allocation Defense
- Business Tax Preparation
- Audit Defense & Support
- Amend Tax Returns
- Tax Appeals
- Reinstate Professional License
- Reinstate Drivers License
- Innocent Spouse Relief
- Tax Amnesty
Tax Types Serviced
Corporate Tax
Income Tax
Employment/Payroll Tax
State Sales & Use Tax
Taxpayer Types Serviced
Individuals
Sole Proprietor
Limited Liability Companies
S-Corporations
C-Corporations
Estates
Partnerships/Multi-Member LLC
Professional License & Designations
Professional Licenses
State/Federal
CPA
Massachusetts
11/8/1991
Active
Designation & Other Licences
License Type
Certified Tax Resolution Specialist (CTRS)
Mar 2022
Active
Related Work Experience
| Job Title | Company | Location | Work Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner | Ocean Consulting Services LLC | Plymouth, Massachusetts | Dec 2012 - Present |
| Partner | Deloitte Tax | Boston, Massachusetts | Sep 1986 - Jan 2012 |
Education
| Educational Institution | Degree | Graduation Year |
|---|---|---|
| Marshfield High School | High School Degree | 1982 |
| Boston University | Bachelor's Degree | 1986 |
| Bentley University | Master's Degree | 1995 |
Associations & Memberships
| Associations or Memberships | Position | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AICPA | Member | 1991 - Present |
| MA Society of CPAs | Member | 1991 - Present |
Contact Information
Pricing & Payments
Hourly Billing
Flat Fee Pricing
Contact Me for Details
Publications
| Publication Type | Publication Name | Title | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | TaxCure LLC | Offer in Compromise Success Stories | View Publication |
| Web Article | Active Rain | IRS Levies - Should I Be Concerned? | View Publication |
| Web Article | Active Rain | The IRS Filed a Lien - How Do I Get Rid of It? | View Publication |
| Web Article | Active Rain | IRS Tax Liens - What Are They? | View Publication |
| Web Article | Active Rain | The IRS Is Looking For Me - An Overview Of IRS Collections | View Publication |
| Web Article | Active Rain | Our Process For Resolving Your Tax Debts | View Publication |
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