Welcome to Caribbean CPA. We are a full-service Certified Public Accounting firm specialized in serving the Tax, Accounting and International Financial reporting needs of International Entrepreneurs living in Puerto Rico.

What is Caribbean CPA?

Caribbean CPA is a full-service Puerto Rico public accounting firm; designed to serve the tax and accounting needs of International Entrepreneurs living in Puerto Rico. Not just a tax preparation service, but a full accounting firm, dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Regular tax preparation services only provide your assistance during tax season. Not us. We are there for you on every step of the way; serving all your accounting needs.

Our founder is a Certified Public Accountant with over twenty years of experience; licensed by the Puerto Rico Board of Accountancy and Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) as well as the Puerto Rico Certified Public Accountants Society.

“Trust, but verify.”
― Old Russian proverb ―

Who is behind Caribbean CPA?

Caribbean CPA is led by its founder, José M. Vázquez, JD, CPA; a Certified Public Accountant with over twenty years of experience in Tax and Public Accounting.

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All persons who electronically file tax returns with the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) are required to register with the IRS and obtain an Authorize IRS e-File Provider Number (EFIN). The IRS maintains a verification tool named the “Authorized IRS e-file Provider Locator Tool”; where the general public can verify if someone is register as an Electronic Return Originator Authorized IRS e-file Provider with the IRS. This verification tool can be accessed by clicking here.

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All persons who prepare Puerto Rico tax returns for compensation are required to register with the Puerto Rico Treasury Department (Hacienda) and obtain a Tax Return Specialist Registration Number. Hacienda maintains a verification list named the “Lista de Especialistas en Planillas, Declaraciones o Reclamaciones de Reintegro” (List of Tax Returns, Statements or Refund Claims Specialists); where the general public can verify if someone is register as a Tax Return Specialist with Hacienda. This verification list can be accessed by clicking here.

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All persons who are licensed as a Certified Public Accountant by the Government of Puerto Rico are under the professional jurisdiction of the Puerto Rico Board of Accountancy. The P.R. Board of Accountancy maintains a verification tool named CPA Verify; where the general public can verify if someone is licensed as a Certified Public Accountant by the P.R. Government. This verification tool can be accessed by clicking here.

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All persons who prepare federal tax returns for compensation are required to register with the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) and obtain a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). The IRS maintains a verification tool named the “Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers with Credentials and Select Qualifications”; where the general public can verify if someone is register as a Tax Return Preparer with the IRS. This verification tool can be accessed by clicking here.

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All persons who are licensed as a Certified Public Accountant by the Government of Puerto Rico are required to maintain active membership in good standing with the Puerto Rico Society of Certified Public Accountants (Colegio CPA). The Colegio CPA maintains a verification tool named the “Directorio de Colegiados” (Member’s Directory); where the general public can verify if a Puerto Rico Certified Public Accountant maintains membership in good standing with the Colegio de CPA. This verification tool can be accessed by clicking here.

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He is a CPA licensed by the Puerto Rico Board of Accountancy and a Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) as well as the Puerto Rico Certified Public Accountants Society. He is an Authorized IRS e-File Provider; also registered with the IRS as a Federal Tax Return Preparer and with the Puerto Rico Treasury Dept. as a Puerto Rico Tax Return Specialist. For more information, please visit his LinkedIn profile.

“You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you.”
― Dave Ramsey ―

Why do I need Caribbean CPA?

As an International Entrepreneur, you have a lot on your plate. You are adapting to a new culture; probably learning an entirely new language. If you have loved ones, they are also going through the process. And now, on top of all this, turns out that one of your most important members of your team, your good all trusted accountant, can’t help you this next tax season. Not only they don’t speak Spanish, they don’t do Puerto Rico taxes either. This is the reason why Caribbean CPA was founded; to help you reach your goals by making sure you take advantage of every tax benefit you are legally entitled to. Please contact us for a free consultation.

“For 240 years it’s been a terrible mistake to bet against America, and now is no time to start.”
– Warren Buffett –

How can I trust Caribbean CPA?

With Caribbean CPA you will have the same level of professional assurance you are accustomed to back in the U.S. Why? Because Puerto Rico CPA firms are subject to the same U.S. Laws and Regulations that apply CPA firms based in the U.S.

U.S. based CPAs are licensed by state boards of accountancy, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories; but only after passing the rigorous Uniform CPA Examination. They have completed a study in accounting at a college or university and also met experience and good character requirements established by their respective boards of accountancy. In addition, CPAs must comply with ethical requirements and complete specified levels of continuing education to maintain an active CPA license. CPAs may represent any taxpayer regarding any tax matter before any IRS office, a privilege known as unlimited practice rights.

“The hardest part of change is going through the unknown.”
– Robert Kiyosaki –

Where is Caribbean CPA?

Located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Caribbean CPA offers the advantage of providing all its customers located in Puerto Rico on-site assistance in their place of business. There is no need to spend the trouble to bring your data to your accountant. Caribbean CPA will travel to your location and bring you the service you deserve.

Caribbean CPA also operates remotely via the web, ready to serve your needs wherever you are. Just upload your information to your dedicated Dropbox folder and we will take it from there. Caribbean CPA provides you with the flexibility you need when you are on the go.

“Execution means taking the right steps at the right time.”
– Chris Hogan –

When should I contact Caribbean CPA?

Tax and compliance problems tend to get out of control very fast. A tax liability, no matter how small, can increase almost overnight, when you start adding interest, penalties and surcharges. Before you even know it, government letters and notices will start piling up in your mail, followed by garnishments.

Unfortunately, some taxpayers wait so long to take care of their tax problems that by the time they contact us, there is very little that can be done. With expired terms and long histories of non-compliance, the taxpayer is left with very few less-than-desirable options.

The sooner you contact us the better. Don’t wait for tax season or a government garnishment to act if you have a tax concern. The time to take control of your life is now.

Let’s Work Together

We know how challenging it is to start a new as an International Entrepreneur living in Puerto Rico. You ask yourself: “who can prepare my Puerto Rico taxes this year and explain them to me in English?” I now live in Puerto Rico, my trusted adviser remained back home, and they don’t do Puerto Rico taxes. That is where Caribbean CPA comes in, because being away from home does not mean you have to compromise on the quality of your financial advice. Please contact us for a free consultation.

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