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eeCPA Ranked on Arizona’s 136 Largest Accounting Firms List

February 25, 2026

eeCPA ranked No. 33 on Arizona’s 136 Largest Accounting Firms list in the latest Phoenix Business Journal report, a milestone that reflects the firm’s continued growth and impact across the ...

15 of the most innovative Arizona companies to watch in 2026

January 07, 2026

Innovative Arizona companies to watch in 2026 include health‑tech pioneer Solera Health, data‑sharing leader Datavant, climate‑tech firm Persefoni, prop‑tech disruptor Lessen and CX maestro Nextiva — all redefining healthcare, sustainability, real estate operations and customer experiences in Arizona’s booming innovation economy. Here are 15 of the most innovative Arizona companies to watch in 2026...

3 big changes to your money that financial experts say to prepare for in 2026

January 06, 2026

From increased retirement contribution limits to tax changes to possible interest rate drops, 8 money pros share what to expect this year...

eeCPA Recognized Among Phoenix Business Journal’s Largest Phoenix-Area Accounting Firms

eeCPA Recognized Among Phoenix Business Journal’s Largest Phoenix-Area Accounting Firms

May 22, 2024

For the first time, eeCPA earned a spot on the Phoenix Business Journal’s Largest Phoenix-Area Accounting Firms list, which is part of the publication’s weekly ranking of companies across a ...

Determine Which Business Entity Type is Right for Your Company (from a Tax Perspective)

Determine Which Business Entity Type is Right for Your Company (from a Tax Perspective)

May 07, 2024

If you have a business or are planning to create one, you’re most likely familiar with the different business entity structures such as a sole proprietorship, a partnership, an S ...

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CEO Elizabeth Hale Discusses Transformative Business & What it’s Like to Run an Unconventional CPA Firm on AICPA Podcast

April 24, 2024

The American Institute of CPAs® (AICPA) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants® (CIMA) recently interviewed eeCPA CEO Elizabeth Hale about the success of her company, as well as what it ...

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eeCPA Recognized Among Top Accounting Firms in Ranking Arizona

April 24, 2024

eeCPA earned a spot among the top accounting firms in AZ Big Media’s 2024 edition of Ranking Arizona – the state’s largest and most comprehensive annual business opinion poll. This ...

CEO Elizabeth Hale Provides Business Owners Insight on Optimizing Financial Digitization in Latest AZ Big Media Article

April 18, 2024

The prospect of digitizing financial operations can be overwhelming. With so many vendors and platforms from which to choose, it can be difficult to know which option is best. There’s ...

Financial Planning

How Financial Planning Can Foster Better Employee Retention

April 09, 2024

What really powers your business day in and day out? A cash register stands silent without a cashier; a stock room, though full, is just a storage space without staff ...

Beyond Square Feet: 5 Financial Considerations When Downsizing Your Home

April 09, 2024

Empty-nesters and aspiring minimalists over 50 are riding a significant trend wave: more than 51% of adults in this age group choose to downsize to smaller homes after retirement. For ...

CEO Elizabeth Hale Talks Business Succession, Developing a Leadership Pipeline with In Business Magazine

March 05, 2024

One of the most important things a business leader can do is set their enterprise up for the future with a strong succession plan. But in a complicated labor market, ...

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Untangling the Knots: How eeCPA Revitalized a Struggling Ribbon Company, Shifting Plans from Sale to Growth

January 25, 2024

The journey to building a thriving business is a significant achievement, but the greater challenge often lies in keeping it successful over time. This requires not only steady persistence and ...

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2024 Tax Preparation: What Business Leaders Should Know

January 11, 2024

For many business owners, financial record keeping often gets pushed to the end of the to-do list. It’s tempting to manage this task alone, perhaps late at night over a ...

CEO Elizabeth Hale Puts Business Owners on the Path to Tax Season Success in Article for InBusiness Magazine

December 22, 2023

With the 2024 tax season on the horizon, Arizona’s business landscape prepares for the critical first phase of tax preparation. In her latest article for In Business magazine, eeCPA CEO ...

Navigating End-of-Year Auditing: How to Drive a Smooth Transition into 2024

Navigating End-of-Year Auditing: How to Drive a Smooth Transition into 2024

December 15, 2023

The end of the year is usually crunch time for entrepreneurs. It often feels like you’re juggling too much — daily business tasks on one hand, critically important detailed audits on the other, all ...

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CEO Elizabeth Hale Talks Artificial Intelligence & Accounting in Latest Phoenix Business Journal Column

October 23, 2023

In a rapidly advancing technological landscape, the world of accounting is experiencing a profound, yet delicate, shift with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Elizabeth Hale, CEO of eeCPA, recently ...

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Arizona Foothills Magazine Highlights CEO Elizabeth Hale as a Local Trendsetter to Know

October 05, 2023

When it comes to building a thriving career, there certainly isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. And when it comes to eeCPA CEO Elizabeth Hale, her journey to building and running her ...

In Business Magazine Taps CEO Elizabeth Hale to Discuss Advantages of Hard Money Loans for Businesses, Individuals

October 04, 2023

In today’s dynamic business and real estate investment landscape, the availability of fast and flexible financing is frequently the key to success. In an article for In Business magazine, eeCPA ...

Accounting

5 Reasons Why Accounting is Your Next Best Career Move

October 04, 2023

Whether you are starting an accounting career, pursuing a degree in a relevant field like business or finance or still weighing your degree options — know that the accounting profession ...

Consolidating Financial Services

How Consolidating Financial Services Saves Your Business Time & Money

October 04, 2023

When was the last time you looked at your financial management process and thought, “This could be simpler”? If you’re like most busy entrepreneurs, it’s probably been a while. From bookkeeping to tax planning ...

Master Your Company Operation

Master Your Company Operations: 5 Steps to Optimize Business Systems

October 04, 2023

The thrill of entrepreneurship lies in forging your own path, constructing a business from scratch that’s all yours. Yet, all the grit and gumption powering your ambition has its limits. ...

Maximizing Tax Savings

Maximizing Tax Savings for Your Business or Family Office: Strategies for Short- and Long-Term Success

October 04, 2023

Many see tax planning as nothing more than a necessary chore, but its true potential as a tool for financial growth is often overlooked. Whether you run a business or a ...

CEO Elizabeth Hale Talks Arizona Probate from Start to Finish in National Business Institute Seminar

August 22, 2023

Managing an estate after an individual passes away is rarely straightforward – especially when it comes to financials. And when unique tax and reporting requirements come into play, priorities and ...

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Finding the Right Fit: How to Choose a Proactive, Relentless Accounting Partner to Help Your Business Grow

August 08, 2023

When it comes to mastering your finances as an entrepreneur or business owner, finding a strong accounting partner is absolutely crucial. The right certified public accountant (CPA) can play a ...