Miller & Mcphail, CPA's, PLLC

Miller & Mcphail, CPA's, PLLC We are a Full Service Accounting Firm located in Athens and Chattanooga, TN. Our services include tax

Tax preparation does not start with a calculator, It starts with a simple system. Begin with three practical steps:1️⃣ L...
09/08/2026

Tax preparation does not start with a calculator, It starts with a simple system. Begin with three practical steps:

1️⃣ Log in to your IRS Online Account to review balances, payments, and notices.
2️⃣ Create one folder for your W-2s, 1099s, investment statements, and other tax documents.
3️⃣ Consider direct deposit if you are expecting a refund.

You do not have to organize everything perfectly before asking for help. At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, our team can help you understand what to gather, what may be missing, and what comes next.

With offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we serve individuals, families, and businesses across East Tennessee and North Georgia.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to get started.

Happy Labor Day from Miller & McPhail, CPAs!Today, we recognize the people whose dedication and hard work help our local...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Miller & McPhail, CPAs!

Today, we recognize the people whose dedication and hard work help our local businesses thrive. We are grateful to serve hardworking individuals, families, and business owners throughout East Tennessee and North Georgia. From our offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we hope you enjoy a well-deserved day of rest.

A tax appointment can be more than “hand over the documents and hope for the best.” It can be a chance to ask better que...
09/04/2026

A tax appointment can be more than “hand over the documents and hope for the best.” It can be a chance to ask better questions and make smarter decisions for what comes next.

At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, PLLC, we use tax conversations to help you look beyond the return. That can mean reviewing what changed, identifying planning opportunities, and talking through how today’s choices may affect your future tax picture. Whether you are an individual, a family, or a business owner, our goal is to help you leave with more clarity than you came in with.

With offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we proudly serve clients across East Tennessee and North Georgia with year-round tax preparation, planning, bookkeeping, and advisory support.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to schedule a consultation.

Your tax return should do more than tell you what you owe or what you’re getting back. It should help you understand the...
09/01/2026

Your tax return should do more than tell you what you owe or what you’re getting back. It should help you understand the bigger picture.

At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, PLLC, we take the time to explain your numbers in plain language. We help you see what changed, what matters now, and how today’s financial decisions can shape your future tax picture.

That means fewer question marks. More clarity. And a better plan moving forward.

With offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we serve individuals, families, and businesses across East Tennessee and North Georgia with year-round tax preparation, planning, bookkeeping, and advisory support.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to get started.

08/31/2026

Before September starts, take 10 minutes and ask yourself: Do I actually know where my business stands right now?

A quick financial check-in can tell you a lot:
1️⃣ Are your books current?
2️⃣ Is cash flow where you expected it to be?
3️⃣ Are there any expenses, tax payments, or payroll items that need attention before Q4?

You do not have to wait until year-end to make adjustments. In fact, catching something now can make the last few months of 2026 much easier to manage.

At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, PLLC, we help business owners turn their numbers into clear next steps. From our offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we serve businesses across East Tennessee and North Georgia with bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning, and year-round accounting support.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to schedule a consultation.

Found a 1099 you weren’t expecting? Don’t guess what it means or how it should be handled.Different types of income can ...
08/27/2026

Found a 1099 you weren’t expecting? Don’t guess what it means or how it should be handled.

Different types of income can be reported in different ways, and an unexpected form may raise questions about what belongs on your return or what you should plan for going forward. At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, PLLC, we help make those questions easier to understand. Our team can walk through your documents in plain language, explain what they mean, and help you determine the right next step for your situation.

With offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we serve individuals and businesses across East Tennessee and North Georgia with tax preparation, planning, bookkeeping, and year-round support.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to get started.

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You do not need a perfectly organized folder before you reach out to your CPA.If your paperwork feels scattered, your qu...
08/25/2026

You do not need a perfectly organized folder before you reach out to your CPA.

If your paperwork feels scattered, your questions are piling up, or you are not even sure what you should be gathering, that is exactly when it helps to start the conversation.

At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, PLLC, our team will walk you through your situation in plain language. We will help you understand what to bring, what to expect, and what comes next so you can move forward with more clarity and less stress.

With offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we serve individuals, families, and businesses across East Tennessee and North Georgia.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to get started.

08/24/2026

Your bank balance can tell you how much cash you have today. It cannot tell you the whole story of your business.

To really understand where things stand, you also need to know what is still owed to you, what bills are coming up, how profitable the business has been, and whether your cash flow can support what you want to do next.

At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, PLLC, we help business owners look beyond the balance in the bank and understand the numbers behind it. Clear financial information makes it easier to plan, invest, hire, and grow with confidence.

With offices in Chattanooga (NorthShore) and Athens, Tennessee, we serve businesses across East Tennessee and North Georgia with bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning, and year-round accounting support.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to start the conversation.

We’re Hiring: Full-Time BookkeeperWe’re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team full-time!The ideal candi...
08/20/2026

We’re Hiring: Full-Time Bookkeeper

We’re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team full-time!

The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO)
- Solid bookkeeping and accounting knowledge
- Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations
- Accounts payable and accounts receivable experience
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

This is a full-time position. If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and confident working in QuickBooks Online, we’d love to hear from you!

Please share or tag someone who may be a great fit!

📩 How to apply:
Send your resume and a brief introduction to Marilyn Miller ([email protected]) and mention “QBO Bookkeeper” in the subject line.

Tax season feels a lot more manageable when you have someone to help you make sense of the details.At Miller & McPhail, ...
08/18/2026

Tax season feels a lot more manageable when you have someone to help you make sense of the details.

At Miller & McPhail, CPAs, we help individuals and business owners work through year-end reporting, tax questions, and the financial decisions that come with them. You do not have to wait until deadlines are close to start the conversation.

Our team is here to help you understand what needs attention now, what can wait, and how to move forward with a clear plan.

📞 Call Chattanooga at (423) 756-7002 or Athens at (423) 745-6680, or visit millerandmcphailcpa.com to get started.

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123 W Washington Avenue
Athens, TN
37303

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14237456680

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