Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A.

Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A. Welcome to Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A.! Follow us for expert tax guidance, financial best practices, and business insights to help you succeed.

Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A., a professional corporation was established by Richard J. Erwin, II, Donald A. Fountain and C. Kevin Jackson. Over the years we have grown, and are now recognized as being among the larger local accounting firms in the Greater Jacksonville, Florida area. We are a recognized leader in the business and nonprofit community. Our success is based on building partnering

relationships with all our clients. EFJ is large enough to serve a wide variety of clients, but small enough to maintain personalized attention. EFJ is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. As a member, we undergo a rigorous review by other CPAs who then render a report on the results of that review. We received an unqualified peer review report for our most recent peer review in 2009 and all-prior peer reviews. Additionally, we are a member of the Private Company Practice Section as well as the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Highly Trained Professionals:
The professional team at EFJ are highly trained to provide technical and consulting services in the areas of accounting, taxes, and strategic planning to nonprofit, profit and service organizations and related entities. Professional training is maintained by staff members through participation in and presentation of educational programs conducted both in-house by our firm and state-wide sponsored by national, state, and local professional societies and associations. At EFJ, you can always expect us to be open and objective in our discussions about your financial objectives and our associated fees. We understand the importance of a relationship built on frequent client interaction, mutual respect, and uncompromising trust. In fact, many of our clients see us on a monthly basis, which provides an open forum for financial discussions throughout the year. Personalized Service:
Our entire team is committed to provide outstanding personalized service. In fact, our partners and managers meet regularly with our clients and play an active role in ensuring that our clients’ needs are met quickly and efficiently. Our business philosophy is based on maintaining a close personal relationship with those we serve, while offering them our broad financial expertise and responsive solutions. EFJ matches each client with an account manager and service team equipped with the optimum level of experience. Our “team” approach to customer service enables our clients to get accurate, timely answers from the team member best qualified to respond. We offer a variety of personal and business services to meet your financial accounting needs.

The IRS has officially expanded its online Business Tax Account (BTA) platform. Previously only available to sole propri...
05/28/2026

The IRS has officially expanded its online Business Tax Account (BTA) platform. Previously only available to sole proprietors and corporations, this self-service digital tool is now open to:

• Partnerships
• Tax-exempt & nonprofit organizations
• Federal, state, and local governments
• Indian tribal governments

What does this mean for you?

Managing your federal tax responsibilities just got a whole lot easier. Through the secure BTA portal, eligible entities can now skip the long phone hold times and handle routine tasks online, including:

• Viewing tax balances and full payment histories.
• Making secure business tax payments directly.
• Downloading select digital notices and eligible payroll/income transcripts.

We’re Here to Help You Navigate the Changes

While the IRS platform makes accessing your tax data easier, managing complex compliance and maximizing your tax strategy still requires an experienced partner.

Read the full breakdown on our latest blog post, or reach out to our Jacksonville office today to discuss how we can help strengthen your business strategy! https://efjcpa.com/irs-expands-business-tax-account-access-to-more-entities/

The IRS expands Business Tax Account access to partnerships & nonprofits. Track balances, payments & notices online with ease. Trusted tax advice from Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A.

Getting a letter from the IRS can feel intimidating, but there's usually a straightforward solution!From simple math cor...
04/28/2026

Getting a letter from the IRS can feel intimidating, but there's usually a straightforward solution!

From simple math corrections (CP12) to identity verification requests, most notices are just the IRS asking for more information. Our latest blog post breaks down the 5 most common IRS notices, what they mean for your refund, and most importantly how to respond.

Read the full guide here: https://efjcpa.com/what-to-know-if-you-receive-an-irs-notice/

Received a letter from the IRS? Don’t panic. Learn what a common IRS notice like CP14 and CP2000 mean and how to respond effectively to protect your tax status.

03/13/2026

Upcoming Tax Deadline – March 16

If you’re an employer, partnership, or S corporation, there are several important tax deadlines coming up.

Due March 16

Employers
• Deposit nonpayroll withheld income tax for February if the monthly deposit rule applies
• Deposit Social Security, Medicare, and withheld income taxes for February if the monthly deposit rule applies

Calendar-Year Partnerships
• File your 2025 income tax return (Form 1065 or 1065-B)
• Provide each partner with Schedule K-1
• Or request a 6-month extension using Form 7004

Calendar-Year S Corporations
• File your 2025 income tax return (Form 1120-S)
• Provide each shareholder with Schedule K-1
• Or file for a 6-month extension using Form 7004
• Pay any tax due

Staying ahead of deadlines helps avoid penalties and keeps your business running smoothly.

If you need help filing your return or requesting an extension, be sure to take care of it before the March 16 deadline.

Unlock Tax Savings for Your Business!Big news for business owners who invest in research or product development. A major...
03/13/2026

Unlock Tax Savings for Your Business!

Big news for business owners who invest in research or product development. A major tax law change restores the ability to immediately deduct domestic research and experimental (R&E) expenses for the 2025 tax year and beyond. This could lower your taxable income and improve cash flow.

What this means for your business:
• You can fully deduct U.S.–based R&E costs in the year they’re incurred, rather than amortizing them over several years.

• There are opportunities to accelerate deductions for prior years and possibly amend returns to maximize tax benefits.

Learn more about how this change may affect your 2025 tax return and planning for 2026 here: https://efjcpa.com/unlock-tax-savings-with-the-return-of-immediate-re-deductions/

If your business conducts R&E or product development, this could be an important strategy to reduce your tax burden, reach out if you want help exploring your options!

Help your Jacksonville business save on taxes: Learn how to immediately deduct domestic R&E expenses in 2025 and plan for 2026 R&E Deductions.

Is your 2026 tax strategy ready?The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and other recent shifts have introduced significant cha...
02/27/2026

Is your 2026 tax strategy ready?

The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and other recent shifts have introduced significant changes to business deductions and accounting methods. Whether you're looking to invest in new equipment or managing pass-through income, the rules of the game have changed.

We’ve summarized the most critical updates, including the new $32M cash method limit and the $2.56M Section 179 cap so you can make informed decisions today.

Check out the full guide here: https://efjcpa.com/2026-tax-law-changes-for-businesses/

Learn how these Tax Law Changes may affect your business and what steps you can take now. Jacksonville Accounting Firm

Businesses: Don’t Miss Out on Clean Energy Tax Incentives!Many clean energy tax credits and deductions are ending soon, ...
01/06/2026

Businesses: Don’t Miss Out on Clean Energy Tax Incentives!

Many clean energy tax credits and deductions are ending soon, but your business may still qualify if you act before mid-2026. From energy-efficient building improvements to clean vehicle and refueling property credits, these incentives can reduce taxes and support sustainability goals.

Learn how your business can take advantage of these opportunities before the deadlines pass: https://efjcpa.com/businesses-act-soon-to-take-advantage-of-clean-energy-tax-incentives/

Your business may still qualify for certain Clean Energy Tax Incentivescredits and deductions if action is taken soon. Clean Energy Tax Incentives.

As the holiday season comes to a close, we wish you a Happy New Year and continued success ahead.Thank you for trusting ...
01/01/2026

As the holiday season comes to a close, we wish you a Happy New Year and continued success ahead.

Thank you for trusting Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A. as a resource, advisor, and partner in your business success. We look forward to continuing to support your goals and strategies in the year ahead.

Wishing you and your team health, prosperity, and continued success in the New Year.

Remote work offers flexibility—but it can also trigger unexpected tax issues for both employees and employers. From mult...
12/18/2025

Remote work offers flexibility—but it can also trigger unexpected tax issues for both employees and employers. From multistate income taxes to employer nexus and payroll compliance, the rules can get complicated fast.

Learn what to watch for and how to plan ahead in our latest blog post.

Remote work offers flexibility but can create complex tax issues for employees and employers. Learn how multistate taxes, nexus, and reimbursements may affect you.

Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving from All of Us!As we gather with family and friends today, the team at Erwin, Fountain ...
11/27/2025

Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving from All of Us!

As we gather with family and friends today, the team at Erwin, Fountain & Jackson, P.A. wants to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude. We are incredibly thankful for the trust and confidence our clients place in us, and for the opportunity to serve our community throughout the year.

We wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with joy, peace, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Honoring Our VeteransToday, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedic...
11/11/2025

Honoring Our Veterans

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. Your sacrifices protect the freedoms we enjoy every day and we are deeply grateful.

At Erwin, Fountain & Jackson CPA, we proudly recognize the service of veterans within our community and across the nation. Thank you for your commitment, strength, and leadership.

Happy Veterans Day.
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