W Whitfield & Co.
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Tampa, Florida · Est. 2009

Taxes done right.
Books kept tight.

Whitfield & Co. is a Tampa accounting firm helping individuals and small businesses keep more of what they earn — through precise tax preparation, clean books, and proactive advice that actually moves the needle.

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500+
Clients served
15
Years in business
$2M+
Avg. savings found
4.9★
Client rating
Accountant reviewing financial documents at desk
CW
Catherine Whitfield, CPA
Managing Partner · FL Lic. CPA
Available
What We Do

Full-service accounting, built around your goals.

From annual filings to year-round strategy, we handle the numbers so you can focus on running your life and your business.

Tax Preparation & Planning

Personal and business returns prepared accurately and on time, with year-round planning to minimize what you owe and maximize what you keep.

Bookkeeping & Payroll

Clean, current books and hassle-free payroll so you always know where the business stands — and never miss a filing or a payday.

Business Advisory

Cash flow, growth, entity structure, and exit planning — practical guidance from CPAs who understand the numbers behind the strategy.

IRS Representation

Letters, audits, levies, and liens handled by a licensed CPA who speaks the IRS's language — so you don't have to face them alone.

Audit Support

Calm, organized support through financial and tax audits — gathering documentation, preparing responses, and standing beside you the whole way.

Estate & Trust Planning

Protect wealth and simplify the transfer to the next generation with thoughtful estate, trust, and gift tax planning tailored to your family.

Why Whitfield

A CPA firm that picks up the phone.

We're not a volume shop. We take on a limited number of clients so every return, every book, and every question gets the attention it deserves. You'll work directly with a licensed CPA — not a call center.

  • Direct access to your CPA, year-round — not just at tax time.
  • Fixed, upfront pricing. No surprise invoices, ever.
  • Proactive strategy that finds savings before April, not after.
  • Secure portal and e-signature — handle everything from anywhere.
500+
Clients served across Tampa Bay since 2009
15 yrs
In continuous practice under the same name
$2M+
Average annual tax savings identified per year
4.9★
Average rating from 200+ verified reviews
Catherine Whitfield, CPA, in her Tampa office
Meet the Firm

Led by Catherine Whitfield, CPA.

Catherine founded Whitfield & Co. in 2009 after a decade in Big Four audit and private industry. She built the firm on a simple belief: people deserve a CPA who explains things clearly, returns calls promptly, and treats their money like it's her own.

Today the firm serves more than 500 individuals, families, and small businesses across the Tampa Bay area — from solo contractors to multi-location practices. Catherine is a Florida-licensed CPA, a member of the FICPA, and a long-time volunteer with the Tampa Bay Small Business Development Center.

FL Licensed CPA
Reg. No. AC48217
Member, FICPA
Since 2008
QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Certified 2011
How It Works

A clear, four-step path from overwhelmed to organized.

01

Free Consultation

A 30-minute call to understand your situation, answer questions, and see if we're a fit. No pressure, no charge.

02

Gather & Review

Upload documents through our secure portal. We review everything and flag anything that could save you money.

03

Prepare & Plan

We prepare your return or books, walk you through the results, and map out a plan for the year ahead.

04

File & Support

We e-file, deliver copies to your portal, and stay available whenever questions come up throughout the year.

Client Reviews

Trusted by Tampa Bay for 15 years.

★★★★★

"Whitfield & Co. found nearly $14,000 in deductions my previous preparer missed. Catherine explained every line item like a human being. I'll never go back to a chain tax shop."

MR
Marcus R.
Owner, Rivas Electrical LLC
★★★★★

"After an IRS letter that terrified me, their team handled everything in a week. Calm, responsive, and genuinely on my side. Worth every penny and then some."

DL
Dana L.
Self-employed, South Tampa
★★★★★

"Our books were a mess when we switched. Six months later everything is clean, current, and actually useful for making decisions. Best move we made this year."

JT
James T.
Co-founder, Bayshore Bistro
Common Questions

Things people ask us.

What are your fees? +

We use fixed, upfront pricing based on the complexity of your situation — never hourly. A personal return starts at $350 and business returns at $600. You'll get an exact quote after the free consultation, and it won't change unless the scope changes.

Do you work with clients outside Tampa? +

Yes. We're based in Tampa but serve clients across Florida and many other states through our secure portal, e-signature, and video meetings. Most work can be handled entirely remotely.

Can you help with an IRS letter I just received? +

Absolutely. IRS representation is one of our core services. Send us the letter and we'll review it at no charge, tell you what it means, and outline exactly what to do next — usually within one business day.

When should I switch from DIY tax software to a CPA? +

If you own a business, have rental property, changed jobs mid-year, or your return takes more than a few hours, a CPA typically pays for themselves in savings and peace of mind. We're happy to do a free review of last year's return and show you the difference.

Get in Touch

Schedule your free consultation.

Tell us a little about your situation and we'll reach out within one business day to set up a 30-minute call. No obligation, no cost.

Office
201 N Franklin St, Suite 1210
Tampa, FL 33602
Hours
Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Your information is kept confidential and never shared.

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