Small Business Accountant and Tax Services in Washington, DC

Running a small business in Washington, DC comes with a tax and regulatory environment that is different from anywhere else in the region. DC has its own income tax, franchise tax, sales tax rules, and filing requirements, and if you also live or operate in Virginia or Maryland, the multi-state complexity adds another layer.

Most accountants can file a straightforward Virginia return. Fewer are comfortable navigating DC-specific rules alongside VA and MD obligations, especially for business owners with entities in more than one jurisdiction.

Hollins & Hur is a CPA firm based in Manassas, VA, serving small business owners in Washington, DC and throughout the DMV. We specialize in proactive tax strategy, bookkeeping, and fractional CFO support for established businesses that have outgrown basic compliance-only accounting.

Why DC Business Owners Choose Hollins & Hur

DC is a market full of smart, driven business owners. Consultants, professional service firms, nonprofit leaders, medical practitioners, and real estate investors all operate here, often across state lines. What most of them share is a need for an accountant who understands multi-jurisdictional tax planning and can think strategically, not just file paperwork.

That is exactly what we provide. We work with you throughout the year to track your tax position, manage cash flow, and make sure you are taking advantage of every planning opportunity. When filing season comes, there are no surprises because we have been planning together all along.

We also take a team-based approach, meaning you are never reliant on a single person. Your work is handled by a team of CPAs and Enrolled Agents, with clear communication and consistent follow-through.

DC-Specific Tax Considerations We Handle

Washington, DC has several tax nuances that affect small businesses:

• DC Franchise Tax / Unincorporated Business Tax. Depending on your entity type, you may owe DC's franchise tax (for corporations and LLCs taxed as corporations) or unincorporated business franchise tax. We make sure your entity structure is optimized for your situation.
• Multi-state filing across DC, VA, and MD. If you live in Virginia but operate in DC, or if you have employees or clients in multiple jurisdictions, you need someone who handles multi-state apportionment and credit calculations routinely. We do this for clients every day. Learn more about multi-state filing →
• DC sales tax and use tax. Certain service businesses in DC are subject to sales tax in ways they might not expect. We make sure you are collecting and remitting correctly. Learn more about sales tax filing →
• DC estimated tax payments. We calculate and track quarterly estimates so you are never blindsided by an underpayment penalty.