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ABOUT US: Massey and Company CPA

Since 2013

Massey and Company CPA is a professional accounting firm located in Atlanta and Chicago serving the needs of small businesses and individuals nationwide.

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Over the years, we noticed that CPA firms tend to be cold, unfriendly, hectic places. Maybe they are just so busy with the stress of a never-ending tax season.

At Massey and Company, our team is bright, friendly and eager to please. 

Thanks to our team and our guiding principles, we are a different kind of accounting firm.  

We founded the company in 2013 with these principles which still guide us today:

  • Treat people with respect
  • Be kind – we are all human
  • Make complex issues less stressful
  • Charge fair prices
 

We are an accounting firm specializing in tax return preparation, tax problem resolution, tax planning and cloud-based accounting.  We offer full service tax solutions to cater to the diverse needs of our clients.

You won’t find stress or drama at our office. Instead, you will find patient, understanding people who sincerely care. All year long.

Gary Massey, CPA – Managing Director

Gary Massey is the founder of Massey and Company CPA, with offices in Atlanta and Chicago. He has over 30 years of experience in tax preparation, tax planning, and IRS and state tax problem resolution. He holds a CPA, a Master’s degree in Accounting and Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in taxation. Gary is also a Certified Tax Representation Consultant.

Gary’s focus includes helping clients with tax problems. This includes representing clients in front of IRS and state agencies to resolve difficult tax issues, including audits, unpaid taxes, liens, levies, penalties, and notices. His work requires negotiation on a wide variety of tax matters, including offers in compromise, installment agreements, currently not collectible status and penalty abatements. 

Understanding the audit process, including reasons for IRS audits and how to respond to an IRS audit letter, is a key part of his expertise.

He also assists clients in negotiating IRS payment plans and offers in compromise, helping them establish payment agreements to manage their tax liabilities effectively.

Gary enjoys collecting art and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is married to Chelly, a native of The Netherlands.

Austin Bell, EA – Tax Manager

Austin Bell holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.

Austin worked in the Finance departments of Citigroup, The GEO Group, Sun Pharmaceuticals, and Community Partners of Southern Arizona for 8 years, focusing on corporate finance and accounting. Austin found his niche after a transition to a regional Wealth Management firm, specializing in small business and individual retirement planning and tax services.

Since 2019, he has worked at Massey and Company CPA, a boutique tax and accounting firm in Atlanta and Chicago, focused on the needs of small businesses and business owners.  As a CPA firm, they offer a comprehensive range of tax and accounting services, including strategic tax planning and representation during audits.

Austin is a native of New Jersey and has lived in Southeastern North Carolina since 2018. He enjoys building custom computers, spending time with loved ones, and has a heart for volunteer work with local nonprofits.

Benjamin Massey – Director of Operations

Ben Massey has a passion for helping small businesses and entrepreneurs.  Ben’s focus is on optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing client satisfaction by overseeing the firm’s day-to-day functions. His number one priority is ensuring that each client fully understands the process and feels supported throughout their engagement with the firm.

By providing clear communication and tailored solutions, Ben helps clients navigate the complexities of their tax and accounting needs with confidence.  He also provides insights into analyzing federal tax liens, levies and penalties, emphasizing their importance in resolving serious tax issues.

He is committed to preventing clients from facing tax trouble by offering proactive tax planning services and problem resolution.

Ben holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Entrepreneurship from Georgia State University, reflecting his passion for working with small business owners as they grow. Ben is dedicated to fostering a positive client experience and contributing to the firm’s reputation for exceptional service.
 
During his spare time, Ben likes to play tennis, travel and explore the neighborhood’s best restaurants. 

Evelina Sterea, Tax Preparer and Accountant

Evelina has a Bachelor degree in business administration and business law from the Academy of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania. Evelina was a business owner back in her country (owned a fitness club and a vegan restaurant). She moved to the USA 8 years ago and worked in a public accounting firm in Illinois.

As an accountant and tax preparer, she brings knowledge and expertise in financial management, tax preparation, and accounting. She recognizes that not everyone has a background in accounting or finance, so she takes her time to explain these concepts in plain language.

Evelina also specializes in helping clients facing IRS trouble, providing expert guidance through complex tax issues, audits and negotiating resolutions.

In her spare time she enjoys working out in the gym, spending quality time with her family and taking continuous education classes.

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Eric Stewart III, EA - Tax Preparer

Eric Stewart III, EA, earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Eric began his career at a family business and later transitioned to prominent public accounting firms in the Las Vegas valley. During his tenure at these firms, he served as an advisor and tax accountant for a diverse clientele, including tradesmen, content creators, hospitality professionals, restaurants, and various small businesses. He is passionate about helping clients find permanent solutions to their business problems, whether they relate to tax preparation, IRS or state tax resolution, and accounting.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Eric is passionate about yoga and judo, practicing both activities several times a week. He also dedicates time to studying the Japanese language, as he visits Japan at least once a year.

Joey Akbar, EA - Tax Preparer

 

Joey Akbar, EA has been a licensed Enrolled Agent since 2012 and brings a decade of IRS tax resolution work and tax preparation experience into his role as an Enrolled Agent. He obtained a Bachelor’s in finance at University of Central Oklahoma and also earned a Master’s in accounting.

Joey has been in the shoes of the small business owner as he previously owned a small clothing store. With the knowledge he gained, today he enjoys helping tax clients with their filing requirements and tax savings as part of a professional accounting firm.

Joey enjoys cycling around the lake and group fitness classes 3 to 4 days a week. His downfall is he is always on the search for some good Mac and Cheese.

Rafael Quezada, EA - Tax Preparer and Accountant

Rafael Quezada, EA brings more than 30 years of diverse tax and accounting experience in his role as an Enrolled Agent and Accountant. He obtained a Bachelors in Accounting at Fairleigh Dickinson University and is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, and the National Association of Tax Preparers.

Rafael is passionate about providing comprehensive accounting services, including individual, corporate, and partnership income tax return preparation to our clients, ensuring accurate and timely tax returns to avoid issues like IRS audits.

Rafael’s hobby is being a singer/musician for a local band and sometimes performing at local venues on weekends.

Jasmine McFarland – Accountant

Jasmine McFarland holds a Master of Business Administration degree in Management and Information Systems Management from Wayne State University, Detroit, MI.

Jasmine worked in the purchasing and legal departments of University of Detroit Mercy, and the business administration department of American Iron and Steel Institute. Jasmine started as a Bookkeeper at Massey and Company CPA in 2022.

Jasmine is a native of Michigan. She enjoys traveling, spending time with her son, and volunteering for the MACK Youth Foundation, a non-profit organization that assists underrepresented youth, where she is also on the Board of Directors.

Elaine Smith – Finance Manager

Elaine Smith holds a degree in Accounting from Georgia Southwestern College, in Americus, Georgia.

Elaine has 23 years of experience working with small businesses, helping them with bookkeeping and accounting. She is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and is proficient in both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.

Elaine enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs. She also spends time sewing, quilting, riding her horse and motorcycling.

Lina Martínez - Office Manager

Lina holds a medical degree in Microbiology and Bioanalysis from the Industrial University of Santander.

Lina joined the team at Massey and company CPA in 2022. Her focus includes working and communicating with clients to help and guide them on their process to become a part of the firm.

In her free time, Lina enjoys traveling, playing piano, reading and spending time with her family and friends.

Diego Martínez - Administrative Assistant

Diego is a civil engineering student from the Industrial University of Santander.

Diego joined the team at Massey and company CPA in 2022 as an intern. His responsibilities  includes communicating with clients, assisting tax preparers and social media management.

In his free time, Diego enjoys playing soccer with friends, working out, listening to music, learning new languages and spending time with his family.