Lifeguard tower on a Long Beach morning
Lifeguard tower on a Long Beach morning

CPA · Tax · Advisory

Your CPA all year, not just at tax time.

Tax planning, bookkeeping and real advice for individuals and growing businesses, from a former Deloitte auditor who actually picks up the phone.

Why people work with us

Big-firm know-how. Small-firm attention.

Most people hear from their accountant once a year. We stay in touch all year, so we spot problems early and find savings while there's still time to act.

Founder

Former FTB auditor

All year

Robert A. Rivas, CPA

Nona Rangel

No surprises in April

Military veteran and former Deloitte auditor with 20+ years in finance, accounting, tax and audit. California CPA #101825.

27 years as an auditor and investigator with the California Franchise Tax Board. She knows how the tax agencies think.

Quarterly check-ins, estimated payments and year-end planning, so tax season is just another month.

What we do

Help for your business, your taxes, and everything in between

Cannabis accounting & 280E

Business accounting & advisory

Section 280E, 471(c) cost accounting and the 2026 rescheduling changes, handled by our sister firm, Canna CPA Masters.

QuickBooks bookkeeping, budgets and forecasts, financial statements your bank will love, and part-time CFO support.

Personal tax planning & filing

Year-round planning, federal and California returns, estates and trusts, and backup when an IRS or FTB letter shows up.

Our philosophy

We don't just do your taxes in April. We help you plan for them all year.

Let's talk about your goals

Grab a time with Robert to talk through your business or personal tax questions. No jargon, no pressure.