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John J Griffin, CPA, P.C.

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John J Griffin, CPA, P.C.

Certified Public Accountant in Chicago, IL, serving businesses & individuals. Tax Preparation | Tax Planning | Payroll | More

My services encompass nearly every aspect of financial life. I am experienced in all matters of accounting and taxation, IRS problem resolution, estates and trusts, business formation, real estate and business sales.

11/02/2026

Bookkeeping is the backbone of any financial process. Without meticulous record-keeping, detailed reporting, and expert knowledge of compliance requirements, businesses risk making major decisions based on inaccurate, messy data and can face costly errors down the road.

With John J Griffin CPA P.C. by your side, you’ll never have to worry about your books again. We specialize in a broad suite of bookkeeping services in Chicago, tailored to your specific needs and designed to ensure your business never moves without data-backed insights again.

10/26/2026

When something big happens in your life or business, one of the first thoughts you should have is how to optimize your tax strategy. Significant changes like these can open and close a door before the year ends:

1. If you started or bought a business, how it’s structured and how you pay yourself affect your tax bill.
2. If you made more money than normal, you might be able to soften the hit before it’s taxed.
3. The timing and treatment of a property purchase or sale can change what you owe.
4. If you changed how you pay yourself, you might see some differences in how much you owe.

If any of these sound like your year, it’s worth a conversation before the year’s over. Contact John J Griffin CPA P.C. for information on how we approach tax planning in Chicago and turn big changes like these into chances to owe less.

10/19/2026

Whether you’re the head of a small startup, lead a mature company, or run a one-person show, you need a trusted accountant on your team. At John J Griffin CPA P.C., we offer outsourced accounting services in Chicago that are designed to help you stay on top of your finances, make informed decisions, and focus on growing your company with confidence.

Get in touch with us today to learn more!

10/12/2026

At John J Griffin CPA P.C., we specialize in helping businesses like yours navigate complex tax situations. Estimated taxes are a crucial obligation to remain on top of so you can avoid penalties and stay in control of your cash flow.

To learn more about our tax preparation services in Chicago, give us a call today!

10/05/2026

You’re a business owner, and you’re juggling a million things, so the last thing you should spend your time on is keeping track of the numbers. That’s where John J Griffin CPA P.C. steps in. Our bookkeeping services in Chicago are dedicated to helping business owners like you take control of your finances without the added stress.

Let us handle the bookkeeping today so you can focus on strategy for tomorrow. Contact us today!

09/28/2026

Tax planning isn’t something you should wait until tax season to think about. Most of the moves that will actually lower your bill happen long before the year ends. Once the year is over, those opportunities are gone. A few strategies worth keeping in mind for this year:

✅ Max out retirement contributions before the end of the year.
✅ Time large or deductible purchases to the year they’ll help you most.
✅ Defer or accelerate income depending on how your year unfolded.
✅ Review your estimated payments and withholding so you’re not blindsided.
✅ Revisit your business structure if your income has changed.

John J Griffin CPA P.C. offers tax planning in Chicago that keeps moves like these on your radar all year long, so you don’t find yourself approaching your deadline wishing you had acted sooner.

Contact us to get started on your tax-saving strategies today.

09/21/2026

Are you having trouble keeping your financials organized, accurate, and up-to-date? Here are 3 simple tips to help streamline your accounting processes so you can stay prepared for whatever comes your way:

✅ Regularly review and update your books so you always have a clear view of your business’s finances.
✅ Use historical financial data to predict future income, expenses, and cash flow.
✅ Treat your tax obligations like a fixed expense and save all year long to avoid any last-minute surprises.

Following these tips is a good starting point, but to truly bring your business to the next level, you’ll need help from an accounting expert in Chicago. That’s where John J Griffin CPA P.C. comes in. We offer expert accounting services that provide you with the clarity, guidance, and confidence to make smarter financial decisions and stay ready for whatever comes your way. Contact us today 📲

09/14/2026

Are you a business owner struggling to keep up with your tax obligations? The experts at John J Griffin CPA P.C. can help!

With our services, we set you up for success, starting with gathering the following information:

✅Income Statements — What your business earned this year
✅Business Expenses — What you spent to maximize deductions
✅Payroll Records — Employee payments and related taxes
✅Asset Purchases — Big buys that may affect depreciation
✅Mileage Logs — Travel expenses related to your business
✅Tax Payments — Prepayments and deadlines

To learn more about how we can help you get and stay on top of your business taxes, reach out to us today!

09/07/2026

Are you having trouble keeping your books in order? Here are 3 simple tips to help you stay organized all year long:
✅ Separate business and personal expenses — Keeping purchases for your company and yourself separate ensures organized record-keeping and saves you from a headache at tax time.
✅ Organize your receipts as you make purchases — Digitizing your receipts helps with easy record-keeping.
✅ Regularly review your books — This gives you a chance to catch issues early, understand your cash flow as the year progresses, and make smarter decisions.

Sound like too much work? Give John J Griffin CPA P.C. a call to get your books back in shape today!

08/31/2026

You can fill out your return flawlessly, file right on time, and still overpay. Many individuals don’t know this distinction: preparation makes sure what you file is accurate; planning shapes what you actually owe before the year is over.

The decisions that move your bill happen long before you even file. It involves how and when you take income, what you put toward retirement, how you time big expenses, and what you set aside, all year long. Fail to plan ahead, and your window to do anything about it closes when the year ends.

At John J Griffin CPA P.C., we offer tax planning in Chicago that helps you make smart decisions all year long so you owe less by the time filing season arrives.

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Thursday	9am - 5pm
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