Nancy J. Beechum, CPA, PLC

This month we spoke with Certified Public Accountant Nancy Beechum about her new business in Adel, located on Highway 6.

For the past 25 years Nancy Beechum has been a certified public accountant, or CPA. After high school, Nancy was drawn to accounting as a field that would allow her to own and operate her own business.  

Fate would lead her down different paths to expand her experience to cover everything from personal accounting to small business accounting for restaurants, retail, health care, and non-profit groups.

Nancy was a partner working in a small tax firm in Urbandale before she took a side-trip working at Midland International Tileworks in Redfield. Nancy then returned to public accounting before moving into non-profit finance to become the Finance Director for Primary Heath Care, Inc.  

CPAs have 40-hours of continuing education requirements each year. Nancy decided she did not want her CPA license to lapse - it was not required of her new position - so she maintained her education. This helped Nancy transition smoothly back into public accounting when she was ready.

Office at 608 Greene St. Ste 1

In January 2014 she was able to see her youthful dream realized when she opened her own business and "hung her shingle" in Adel, becoming a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Iowa Society of CPSs.

Nancy and her husband Richard moved to a small farm south of Adel in 2007.  

It was the proximity to Des Moines, friends, and small town charm that drew the couple to Adel, as well as an open position for Richard as the Transportation Director at the ADM School District.

Nancy's practice focuses primarily on small business accounting and taxes, as well as corporate and individual income tax preparation.  

Nancy states that people often misunderstand the true scope of analysis she can provide, both for individuals and businesses.

Individuals often forget about their taxes until January. But there are numerous events that occur throughout the year that may impact the amount of taxes owed, to you or the government. Big changes such as marriage, children, and death are common knowledge, but did you know that taking on a second job, winning a contest, getting a raise or receiving inheritance could bump you into a higher tax bracket?

Nancy also suggests that individuals review the manner in which they plan for January tax season. Perhaps you view your tax return as a savings account, paying more throughout the year and banking on a large return in the spring.  

For some, it might be more beneficial to pay less in taxes each paycheck - resulting in more money in your pocket now, and a smaller return. Other families may need to pay a few dollars more per pay period to help reduce the amount of taxes owed at year-end.  

Nancy states, "it's a balancing act. If you're struggling to pay bills each month or something changes in your life, you might want to talk to an accountant. Accounting and taxes aren't age dependent. It's more what's going on in your life that makes an impact."

For many business owners understanding the financial aspects of their business goes beyond balancing the checkbook. Nancy helps prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and budgets, handles payroll taxes and filings, and can provide cash flow and budget analysis.  

Whether your company is planning to open a new location or buy new equipment, Nancy can provide a fresh prospective and insight to help you make informed decisions and plan for the future.

Nancy and Richard grow Aronia berries

When Nancy is out from under her "little green visor", she and her husband like to spend time with their children and grandchildren. They are also farmers, growing aronia berries, a new niche crop to Iowa that is changing the agricultural landscape. Aronia berries are high in antioxidants and until recently, were not grown in North America. Last year, Nancy and Richard saw their first crop, amounting to 400 pounds of aronia berries and are excited for this year's return, hopefully producing more than 1,000 pounds of berries.

Choosing an accountant is an important step towards becoming aware of your finances, but what makes one accountant better than another? Nancy states, "Accounting is about trust. I don't go home and talk about my clients, and people don't need to worry that their personal information is being shared. To be honest, I would much rather talk about the funny little kids Richard gets to see each day! And businesses don't need to worry - I'm not planning on retiring any time soon."

Nancy is currently taking new accounts and is looking forward to a long, fruitful career in Adel. Her doorway is always open, but for best results, please call ahead to schedule an appointment with Nancy to discuss your personal and professional finances.

Nancy J. Beechum, CPA, PLC

608 Greene St. Ste 1

Adel, IA 50003

Phone: (515) 993-4556 

Email: nancy@beechumcpa.com 

Website: www.beechumcpa.com 

Adel's festival season is underway with the Free Friday Entertainment Series.  

Every fourth Friday from April to August, Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce, along with other local sponsors, will host FREE community stage events.  

There's still time to join us on June 14th for the 2014 Annual John D Gomke Charity Golf Tournament at Lake Panorama National for one of our 2 tee times.

You can register at johnscharity.org or the by the registration form.

You can see where the money we raise goes on the website and at AED donation & maintenance schedules.

Let me know if you have any questions!  Hope we to see you on June 14th!!

Jessica & Steve Gomke and Committee

John D. Gomke Charity Inc. P.O. Box 613
DeSoto, IA 50069
Website: www.johndgomkecharity.org   

Honoring infants who have become angels. Helping to prevent child loss & benefiting organizations that assist in caring for & provide resources to families who have lost a child or infant in & around Central Iowa.

Summer is finally here and our reading programs are in full swing!  

If we beat last year's reading time and read more than 4414 hours, Ms. Paula and Ms. Laura will dress up in silly costumes for the Grand Finale!  

We are excited to host Blank Park Zoo for the Kick-off of the Fizz Boom Read Summer Reading Program for all kids on June 4th at 11:00 a.m.  

Each week, beginning  

June 9th, we'll have  

several opportunities for fun at your library:

* Story Time for ages 3-5 year olds will meet on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.

* Toddler Time for children 3 and under will  

be held on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

* Activities in the AM  

for kids of all ages will happen each Wednesday  

at 10:30 a.m.

* Drop-in Crafts for kids of all ages are available each Wednesday from 2-4 p.m.  

* Music Time for all preschoolers will meet on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.    

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