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CONTRACTOR ACCOUNTING & TAX PLANNING
We help Fort Lauderdale general contractors gain real financials, accurate job costing, and predictable tax visibility so there are no surprises when it matters most.
We provide CPA-led accounting and ongoing tax planning that gives you clear insight into job profitability, cash flow timing, and expected tax obligations throughout the year.
CPA-Reviewed Financials
Accrual-based financial statements you can trust for decisions, lending, and tax planning.
Cash Flow & Taxes
Insight into cash flow and estimated tax obligations so there are no surprises.
Job Profitability
Know which projects drive margins and which ones quietly drain profit.
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FORT LAUDERDALE CONSTRUCTION CPA
If you are running a project-based construction business in Fort Lauderdale, winning jobs, growing crews, and taking on more responsibility, but still feel unsure about profitability, cash flow, or tax exposure, you have likely outgrown a tax CPA only providing a filing service.
Westfront Tax & Accounting works with construction businesses earning $500K–$5M that want clean financials, predictable tax outcomes, and real insight into which jobs are actually making money.
Construction accounting is fundamentally different from standard small business accounting.
Job costing, retainage, fluctuating labor, subcontractors, equipment, and long project timelines create complexity that generic bookkeeping systems simply aren’t built to handle.
Construction accounting is a job-based financial system that tracks profitability and costs per project, not just across the business as a whole.
Pinpoint whether your job margins are strong enough to support growth, overhead, and long-term goals.
Understand true operating performance using accrual-based reporting, not just cash in and cash out.
See how your construction business compares to industry benchmarks to spot opportunities and risks.
Objectively know when you can hire, expand, or prepare for slower months without guessing.
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Construction and trade businesses in Fort Lauderdale do not choose Westfront just to file tax returns. They choose us for an ongoing relationship that goes beyond compliance.
100% U.S. Based
All work is handled internally. We do not outsource overseas.
Technology
We use advanced accounting systems configured to your business needs.
CPA & EA Licensed
Our work is led by licensed professionals with direct oversight and accountability.
Powered by Leading Accounting Technology
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Many contractors assume chaos is just part of construction. In reality, it is often the result of outgrowing generic bookkeeping and year-end tax preparation.
As revenue grows and projects overlap, financial complexity increases faster than visibility unless the accounting system is built for construction.
Cash moves in and out at different speeds across jobs, payroll, materials, and taxes.
Margins look fine at a high level, but problems stay hidden at the job level.
Growth decisions are made based on pressure, not financial capacity.
Tax obligations are discovered after the fact instead of planned throughout the year.
As construction businesses grow, compliance alone is no longer enough.
Real construction accounting is about having the right information at the right time. This is the foundation behind our monthly accounting and advisory services.
Essentials
For construction businesses that need a solid financial foundation.
Weekly Bookkeeping & Reconciliations
Monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows
Monthly Tax Predictions
CPA Open Communication
Tax Filing Service
Momentum
For growing contractors who need insight, planning, and better decision support.
Performance Insights (Profitability by Job/Customer, Efficiency, Sales Mix, etc.)
Strategic Planning Sessions
1-Day Response Time
Tax Planning & Advisory
*Includes Essentials
ProfitBuilder
For established construction businesses that need forecasting and strategic financial leadership.
Financial Forecasting & Budgeting
Cash Flow Management Support
C-Suite Management Deck
*Includes Momentum & Essentials
We understand that switching accountants is a big decision for your business and for your future. And so we've laid out what to expect from start to finish.
Book a Consultation
We schedule a 15 to 30 minute call to see if we are a good fit. This is an opportunity to share your situation, goals, and concerns with a licensed CPA.
Assessment & Proposal
After reviewing your QuickBooks Online, we provide a summary financial health assessment and a custom proposal delivered to your inbox within 24 hours.
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Foundation Catchup
If your bookkeeping, accounting, or taxes are behind, we bring everything up to date. This phase usually takes between 2 and 6 weeks, depending on complexity.
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Ongoing Service
Upon finalizing the catchup phase, we continue working with you on an ongoing basis as your business co-pilot every week.
FULL SERVICE BOOKKEEPING, TAX PLANNING & ACCOUNTING
Most small business accounting revolves around taxes, but that’s just one facet of running a growing and smart business.
Our outsourced accounting service takes all accounting tasks off your team, into the hands of a CPA team for a fraction of the cost, & twice the value.
See beyond the numbers every month
No more tax surprises with proactive CPA services
Understand what drives profit margins
Save time on bookkeeping & focus more on growth
Get strategic CFO reporting to plan, scale, and stay audit-ready
How is construction accounting different from general small business accounting?
Most small business accounting is cash based. Income is recorded when money comes in, and expenses are recorded when money goes out. That approach is simple and works early on, but it can distort the picture as a business grows.
In construction, cash rarely moves in a clean, predictable way. Jobs span multiple months, expenses are often paid before revenue is collected, and retainage delays when income is actually received.
Construction accounting aligns income and expenses with when the work is performed, not just when cash changes hands. This creates a more accurate view of job profitability, operating performance, and overall financial health, even when cash timing varies from month to month.
Do you only prepare taxes, or do you help with planning throughout the year?
We do much more than prepare tax returns. Our work includes ongoing accounting and proactive tax planning so tax obligations are understood and planned for throughout the year.
What size and type of construction businesses do you work with?
We work best with construction & trades businesses earning between $500k and $5M in annual revenue.
My books are behind. Can you still help?
Yes, and this is common. As part of your foundation catchup phase, we bring you up to date with your accounting, bookkeeping, and taxes before transitioning to an ongoing relationship.
Usually, this phase takes between 2-6 weeks depending on complexity.
I have an internal bookkeeper. Do I still need a CPA?
During early stages you can get by with an internal bookkeeper. As revenue and complexity grow, construction businesses begin to deal with longer projects, cash flow gaps, retainage, subcontractor compliance, and job-level profitability.
At that point, CPA oversight becomes important to structure the accounting, interpret the numbers, and support tax planning and decision-making.
Can you help with bonding, financing, or lender requirements?
Yes. We prepare and support accrual-based financial statements, job-level reporting, and cash flow documentation commonly required by lenders and bonding companies.
Do you provide auditing or assurance services?
We do not perform audits or formal assurance services directly due to professional independence requirements.
When a client needs an audit, review, or other assurance engagement, we coordinate with independent CPA firms we partner with and help prepare clean, well-organized financials so the process runs smoothly.
Are you located in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes, we are based in Fort Lauderdale. We serve construction businesses locally and nationwide through a virtual model.
How often should I meet with my CPA?
Quarterly meetings are the minimum to avoid surprises and stay aligned with business decisions.
Westfront Tax & Accounting Florida
Tax, Bookkeeping & Accounting Services for Small Business
Tax Planning & Advisory Services
Proactive tax planning with year-round advisory support for your business.
Monthly Accounting Services
Turn your numbers into strategy with CFO insights, KPI tracking, and profit optimization.
Bookkeeping Services
We’ll do your books weekly, saving you time and protecting you from costly tax mistakes.
Payroll Services
From setup to ongoing management, we handle payroll and contractor payments so you stay compliant and stress-free.
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