Payroll Companies & Payroll Services in Dewitt, MI

Matthew Accounting is a boutique accounting firm in the Greater Lansing area. It has an office in DeWitt and a presence in Lansing. The firm provides bundled monthly accounting, tax and payroll support to small business owners across Michigan and in other states.

It reports working with more than 70 companies each month and says it has assisted several hundred businesses over its history. It does not present itself as a once-a-year tax shop. Instead, it positions itself as an ongoing financial partner that gives owners regular information they can use to make decisions.

Payroll Services

Payroll is one of five core components in the firm's monthly packages. Clients who want to hand off this task entirely can add full-service payroll processing as an optional extra. Companies comparing payroll providers will find the offering is built on a modern, cloud-hosted system rather than manual processing. Highlighted features include:

• A cloud platform that can be reached from any location and shows changes as they happen
• Automated calculation and handling of payroll taxes to reduce mistakes and penalty risk
• A self-service portal where staff can view pay records and update personal details
• Access to knowledgeable support staff when questions or problems come up
• Security safeguards designed to protect confidential employee and company information

Payroll sits alongside bookkeeping and tax work under one roof, so labor costs feed directly into the firm's monthly analysis. Clients receive guidance on payroll and labor relative to revenue. The same analysis covers operating costs, operating income and tax expense. This is especially useful for businesses with high labor costs.

Broader Accounting and Advisory Work

Beyond payroll, the firm handles monthly bookkeeping and account reconciliation. It prepares standard financial statements and produces visual report snapshots that show trends quickly. Its business tax work covers preparation and filing, help resolving IRS matters, and yearly planning aimed at lowering tax bills. Advisory services come in tiers. Smaller clients may only need historical reporting.

Larger ones engage the team for KPI analysis against industry benchmarks and for forward-looking strategic guidance. The firm also offers individual tax preparation and planning for people with complex personal returns.

New clients go through a three-stage process. First, the team learns about the business and proposes a plan. Next, it sets up or cleans up records so the company is organized and compliant. Finally, it moves into recurring bookkeeping, payroll and yearly tax filing, with periodic review meetings on goals and tax strategy. Services are bundled for a predictable monthly fee.

Industries, Team, and Credentials

Restaurants are a particular specialty, from single-location operators to multi-unit groups. The firm is affiliated with the Michigan Restaurant Association. It also works with:

• Audiologists and physical therapists
• Auto repair shops
• Insurance agencies
• Retailers
• Medical offices
• Marketing firms
• Veterinary practices
• Other service businesses

The firm says it has developed its own industry-specific procedures and reporting. It was founded by Matthew Cooper, CPA, who serves as managing member. His team includes an enrolled agent who works as client controller, a tax accountant, several bookkeepers, a firm administrator and a communications coordinator. The firm lists CPA credentials, MICPA membership and QuickBooks Online certification. Staff also take continuing education courses to stay current on rules and trends.