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Did Your Old CPA Retire? Here’s What to Do Next.
If your longtime CPA retired — or simply stopped returning your calls — you’re not alone.
Every year, thousands of clients find themselves without trusted tax guidance just as deadlines approach.
The good news: with the right support, you can transition your records, regain control, and upgrade to a more proactive approach without losing continuity.
At PacificWestTax, we help clients pick up right where their old accountant left off — and often uncover missed opportunities along the way.
Why So Many CPAs Are Retiring
The accounting industry is changing fast.
Many older CPAs are leaving the field due to:
- Increased IRS and compliance complexity
- Technology shifts (cloud systems, e-filing, GA4 integration)
- Burnout from long hours and shrinking staff
- The move from reactive tax prep to strategic advisory
Unfortunately, these retirements often happen quietly — leaving clients uncertain about where to turn next.
What You Should Do Immediately
If your CPA has retired, merged, or disappeared, here’s what to do right away:
- Secure Your Records
- Request digital copies of all prior tax returns, depreciation schedules, and entity filings.
- You have a legal right to access these documents even after your CPA retires.
- Verify Entity and Filing Status
- Make sure your business and personal filings are current — including state registrations, payroll filings, and extensions.
- Check for Unfinished Work
- If last year’s return or an amended filing was pending, follow up with the IRS or Franchise Tax Board.
- Find a Successor CPA — Not Just a Preparer
- Don’t settle for a basic tax shop. Look for a firm that provides proactive planning, not just year-end compliance.
This is the perfect time to upgrade to a team that’s modern, responsive, and forward-thinking.
Why the Transition to PacificWestTax Is Different
We specialize in helping clients who’ve lost their longtime CPAs — especially professionals, investors, and business owners in California.
Our process includes:
- Full document retrieval and review
- Reconciliation of prior-year filings
- Entity structure and tax efficiency check
- Setup of secure digital systems (QuickBooks, GDrive, Client Portal)
- Year-round planning sessions to keep you ahead, not behind
We don’t just replace your old CPA — we improve the relationship.
Case Example: When Continuity Saved $20,000
A Newport Beach client came to us after her CPA retired mid-season.
Her prior accountant hadn’t filed her 2023 S-Corp return or made quarterly estimates.
Within two weeks, our team filed all missing returns, identified two missed deductions, and set up a strategic salary adjustment for her S-Corp.
Result: over $20,000 in combined tax savings and full peace of mind going forward.
How to Know You’ve Found the Right Replacement
A great CPA relationship should include:
- Clear communication and fast response times
- Secure digital tools for document sharing and e-signatures
- Proactive planning — not just filing deadlines
- A strategy that fits your income level, business type, and goals
If your new accountant doesn’t meet those standards, it’s time to upgrade.
Why Timing Matters
If your CPA retired recently, don’t wait until next April to act.
Important deadlines — extensions, estimated tax payments, S-Corp elections, and more — could be missed without ongoing guidance.
The earlier you transition, the smoother it goes.
Key Takeaways
- Many CPAs are retiring, leaving clients without direction.
- Secure your prior returns and filing history immediately.
- Choose a proactive CPA firm that provides long-term strategy, not just compliance.
- The right transition can uncover new savings and protect you from risk.