Virtual CPA
A Real CPA Firm — Just Not Bound to Our Office
Not every business owner has time to sit in a lobby waiting for a meeting. Arthur S. Lazarus, CPA is a virtual CPA firm serving Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood, and business owners well beyond South Florida. You get the same licensed CPA review, the same proactive tax planning, delivered through a secure client portal, e-signature, and video consultations instead of a waiting room.
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The Problem
Why “In-Person Only” Doesn't Fit Every Business Owner
Traditional CPA relationships assume you can get to an office during business hours. For a lot of owners, that assumption doesn't hold.
1
Office Hours Don't Match Your Schedule
Running a business doesn't stop for a 2pm appointment slot. If your only option is an in-person visit, tax and bookkeeping tasks get pushed to whenever you can free up a few hours, which is usually too late.
2
Sensitive Documents End Up in Email
Without a secure system, financial documents get sent as email attachments, scanned PDFs, or left in a shared drive with no real protection.
3
Distance Shouldn't Mean Delay
Multi-state owners, out-of-state investors, and founders with remote teams often settle for a CPA who isn't the best fit, simply because they're local.
The Solution
Is a Virtual CPA Firm Right for You?
You don’t need an accountant who just enters data into a spreadsheet once a month. You need a digital financial infrastructure that works silently in the background, giving you clean data to make the right financial decision at the right time.
The work itself- tax planning, bookkeeping, payroll, financial review, doesn't require a handshake. What it requires is a CPA who is actually paying attention to your numbers, whether that happens across a desk or a video call.
Give the commute a miss, not your finances
What You Get
How does a virtual CPA firm work?
One relationship, the same standard of work, wherever you're located.
Secure Document Sharing
Encrypted client portal instead of email attachments.
E-Signature
Engagement letters, tax filings, and paperwork handled without a trip to the office.
Video Consultations
Scheduled calls for tax planning, financial review, and strategy sessions.
Licensed-CPA Review
Arthur S. Lazarus, CPA, reviews the same work whether a client walks into the Hollywood office or logs in from another state.
Ongoing Support
Reliable response times, not a one-time filing and a goodbye.
How It Works
How Working With Us Remotely Works
01
Book a Virtual Consultation
A free call about your business, financial situation, and what you need help with.
02
Secure Portal Setup
We verify your identity and set you up with secure portal access via your email and a verification link (SOC-2, Circular 230, and HIPAA compliant), plus e-signature, so documents move safely from day one.
03
Video Strategy Call
We walk through your numbers and build a plan over Zoom or Teams, no office visit required.
04
Ongoing Remote Support
Scheduled check-ins and direct access to your CPA, with same-day acknowledgment on inquiries and a callback within one business day.
Who We Help
Who We Work With Remotely
Virtual accounting tends to fit certain situations especially well:
Startups building their financial systems from day one, who want guidance without adding office visits to an already full schedule.
Real estate investors managing property across multiple counties or states, who need consistent bookkeeping and tax planning without meeting in person for every update
Out-of-state and multi-state business owners who want a Florida-based CPA but don't live near Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood, and would rather work with a firm that understands Florida's tax environment.
Whatever stage your business is in, remote access to a CPA doesn't mean a lesser relationship. It means a more flexible one, built around how you actually run your business.
THE COMMON CONCERNS
The Real Concerns About Cloud Accounting
01
“Will I Actually Be Able to Reach My CPA?”
A common concern with virtual accounting is feeling like you're dealing with a ticketing system instead of a person. At Arthur S. Lazarus, CPA, every inquiry gets same-day acknowledgment and a business-day callback, so virtual never means unreachable
02
“Is My Financial Information Really Secure?”
Business owners are right to be cautious about sending tax returns, payroll records, bank information, and sensitive documents online. Our client portal is SOC-2, Circular 230, and HIPAA compliant, with identity verification built into onboarding, not ordinary email.
03
“Will My CPA Understand My Business Without Meeting Me?”
Some owners worry that virtual service means impersonal service. The real issue isn't whether you meet across a desk. It's whether your CPA takes the time to understand your business, cash flow, tax situation, and financial goals.
04
“Will I Get More Than Basic Bookkeeping?”
Going virtual shouldn't mean getting a monthly set of financial statements and nothing more. Business owners still need someone who can explain what the numbers mean, identify tax opportunities, and help them make informed decisions.
Virtual Doesn't Mean Anonymous
The CPA Behind Every Virtual Engagement
Your financial data never leaves our firm. A licensed CPA leads every engagement, whether it starts with a video call or an in-person visit.
Arthur S. Lazarus, CPA
Founder & Managing Partner — Licensed in Florida (AC61458) and Maryland (13054)
Arthur Lazarus is a CPA licensed in Florida and Maryland, with a Master's in Taxation, and a member of the FICPA, the Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
Working remotely doesn't change how closely a return or engagement is reviewed, it just changes how you reach him.
Find out more about Arthur: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthurlazaruscpa/
VIRTUAL CPA FIRM
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the remote process work?
After a free consultation, we set you up with a secure client portal for documents and e-signature for paperwork. Most work happens asynchronously, with scheduled video calls for planning conversations.
Is it secure to send financial documents online?
Yes. Documents move through a SOC-2, Circular 230, and HIPAA compliant client portal rather than email attachments, with identity verification during onboarding and signatures handled through e-signature.
Can we still talk to a real person?
Yes. Video consultations over Zoom or Teams are a core part of how we work with virtual clients, and you'll have direct access to your online accountant, with same-day acknowledgment and a callback within one business day.
Do you work with clients outside Florida?
Yes. Our remote CPA services model lets us support business owners in other states, including multi-state clients.
Is virtual CPA service more or less expensive?
Pricing is based on the scope of your needs, not on whether you visit in person. The efficiency of a remote process can help keep costs predictable.
Is it safe to work with a CPA remotely?
Yes. Records move through secure channels, not standard email, and every filing is reviewed by a licensed CPA before it goes out.
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You don't need to be near Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood to get a licensed CPA in your corner.
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5184 SOUTHWEST 32ND AVENUE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33312
Hours
Mon–Fri 8am – 6pm
Sat 9am – 2pm
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