Your Financial Future Deserves a Firm That Knows Lorain as Well as It Knows Numbers.
For over two decades, Park & Illenberger CPA has guided individuals, families, and businesses across Northeast Ohio with integrity, precision, and a personal touch that larger firms simply can't replicate.
Comprehensive Financial Services Tailored to Your Needs
From individual tax preparation to complex business advisory, our team delivers the expertise you need with the personal attention you deserve.
Tax Planning & Preparation
Strategic tax planning that minimizes your liability and maximizes your returns. We stay current on changing tax laws so you don't have to, ensuring every dollar works as hard as you do.
Individual & business tax returns
Year-round tax planning strategies
IRS representation & audit support
Audit & Assurance
Rigorous auditing and assurance services that provide confidence to your stakeholders, lenders, and board. Our thorough approach identifies risks before they become problems.
Financial statement audits
Review & compilation engagements
Special-purpose framework audits
Business Advisory
From startup formation to succession planning, we provide the strategic guidance that helps businesses navigate growth, manage cash flow, and make informed financial decisions.
Business formation & entity selection
Cash flow & profitability analysis
Succession & exit planning
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Clean, accurate books are the foundation of sound financial decisions. We handle your day-to-day accounting so you can focus on running your business, not reconciling statements.
Full-service bookkeeping
Payroll processing & compliance
Financial reporting & analysis
Estate & Trust Planning
Protect what you've built for the people who matter most. Our estate and trust planning services help you preserve wealth, minimize tax impact, and ensure your wishes are honored.
Estate tax planning & filing
Trust administration & accounting
Wealth transfer strategies
Payroll Services
Streamline your payroll operations and stay compliant with ever-changing regulations. We handle calculations, deposits, filings, and year-end reporting with precision and care.
Full payroll processing
Quarterly & annual filings
Workers' comp & benefit administration
20+Years of Excellence
About Our Firm
Rooted in Lorain. Committed to Your Success.
Park & Illenberger CPA was founded on a simple belief: that every individual and business in Lorain deserves access to the same level of financial expertise found at the largest firms — without the impersonal experience.
Our team of certified public accountants brings deep local knowledge and a genuine understanding of the unique financial challenges facing Northeast Ohio residents and businesses. Whether you're a small business owner on North Ridge Road, a family planning for the future, or a nonprofit seeking clarity, we treat your finances with the same care we would our own.
We've built our reputation one client relationship at a time, and that tradition of trust and accuracy continues to guide everything we do.
Integrity in every engagement
Personalized attention, not a assembly line
Current on evolving tax regulations
Long-standing Lorain community presence
Why Choose Us
The Park & Illenberger Difference
What sets us apart isn't just our credentials — it's the way we show up for every client, every time.
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We Listen First
Every financial situation is unique. We take the time to understand your goals, your concerns, and your timeline before recommending a single strategy.
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Local Expertise, National Standards
We combine deep knowledge of Ohio tax law and the Lorain business landscape with the rigorous standards expected of a top-tier CPA firm.
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Proactive, Not Reactive
We don't wait for April to talk about taxes. Our year-round planning approach helps you make smarter financial decisions throughout the entire year.
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Transparent & Straightforward
No surprises, no jargon, no hidden fees. We explain everything clearly so you always know exactly what you're investing in and why.
Client Stories
Trusted by Lorain's Residents & Businesses
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Park & Illenberger has been managing our business taxes for years. Their attention to detail and willingness to explain complex tax strategies in plain language has made all the difference for our bottom line.
Business OwnerLorain, OH
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After dealing with a large firm that treated me like a number, switching to Park & Illenberger was a relief. They actually know my name, my situation, and they proactively reach out with ideas to save me money.
Local ResidentLorain, OH
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Their audit team is exceptional. They walked us through every step, identified areas we hadn't considered, and helped us strengthen our financial controls. I recommend them to every nonprofit I know.
Nonprofit DirectorLorain, OH
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Ready to Experience the Park & Illenberger Difference?
Whether you need help with taxes, auditing, or financial planning, our team is here for you. Schedule a complimentary consultation and discover how we can help you achieve your financial goals.