This service is designed for business owners who are self-employed or running profitable small businesses and want to ensure their tax structure is working in their favor. Many of our clients are currently operating as Schedule C businesses or S-Corporations and are looking for guidance on reducing self-employment taxes, structuring owner compensation properly, or determining whether an S-Corp election makes sense. This service is particularly valuable for businesses that are generating consistent profits and beginning to scale.

Our S-Corp and self-employed optimization services focus on structuring your business in a way that minimizes unnecessary taxes while maintaining compliance. This often includes evaluating whether an S-Corporation election is appropriate, determining a reasonable salary for owner-employees, and optimizing the balance between salary and distributions. We also help implement strategies such as accountable plans, retirement contribution planning, and deduction optimization so that business owners can capture the full tax benefits available to them.

Our approach is proactive rather than reactive. Instead of only addressing taxes when it’s time to file your return, we work with business owners throughout the year to evaluate their financial picture and identify opportunities for improvement. By understanding your business, profitability, and long-term goals, we can recommend structural decisions and tax strategies that support both compliance and long-term financial efficiency.

Lighthouse Accounting & Consulting was built to support entrepreneurial clients navigating the financial side of running a business. As your business grows, the decisions you make about structure, compensation, and tax planning become increasingly important. Our role is to provide the guidance and clarity needed to help you operate confidently, reduce unnecessary tax burdens, and build a financially strong business.