At STL Tax, led by St. Louis CPA James Coats, our highest priority is delivering accurate, stress-free accounting, proactive tax savings, and dedicated client service. Whether helping a local small business optimize its S-Corporation structure, managing monthly bookkeeping and payroll, or resolving complex IRS tax issues, we take pride in building long-term relationships across Greater St. Louis and Missouri.

Don’t just take our word for it—read what our clients have to say about working with STL Tax.

What Our Clients Say on Google:

Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping & S-Corp Services

★★★★★

“James Coats has been an absolute game-changer for our small business. Before working with STL Tax, our books were messy and tax season was always a nightmare. James helped us elect S-Corporation status, streamlined our QuickBooks, and set up our payroll. We saved over $10,000 in self-employment taxes in our very first year. Highly recommend STL Tax to any St. Louis business owner!”

— Mark S., Small Business Owner (St. Louis, MO)

★★★★★

“Outsourcing our monthly bookkeeping and payroll to STL Tax was the best decision we made for our company. James is professional, responsive, and always available when we have accounting questions. It gives us total peace of mind knowing a CPA is overseeing our back office.”

— Sarah T., Specialty Contractor (St. Charles, MO)

Individual & Business Tax Preparation

★★★★★

“I’ve been going to STL Tax for several years now for my personal and rental property taxes. James is fast, efficient, and finds deductions that my previous retail tax preparer completely missed. The process is smooth and stress-free every single year.”

— David R., Real Estate Investor (South County St. Louis, MO)

★★★★★

“Fast, accurate, and trustworthy service. James explained everything clearly, answered all my tax questions, and filed my federal and Missouri state returns quickly. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my taxes!”

— Jessica M., Individual Taxpayer (St. Louis City, MO)

IRS Tax Troubles & Audit Relief

★★★★★

“I came to STL Tax after getting an intimidating letter from the IRS regarding back taxes from a previous business. I was stressed out and didn’t know what to do. James stepped in as my CPA representative, handled all communications with the IRS, and negotiated a manageable installment agreement. He completely lifted that burden off my shoulders.”

— Robert K., Local Business Owner (Jefferson County, MO)

Experience the STL Tax Difference

Whether you need year-round accounting support for your growing company or expert tax return filing, CPA James Coats is here to help.