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Section 403 of the TAS Act Would Clarify the Taxpayer Advocate Service’s Ability to Access Information

I have posted several times about the discussion draft of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act since it was jointly released […] The post Section 403 of the TAS Act Would Clarify the Taxpa...

What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examined or audited

What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examined or audited If the IRS selects your […] The post What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examin...

Avoiding Common Mistakes When Claiming Credits

Avoiding Common Mistakes When Claiming Credits  There are many credits available for families with dependents, but sometimes the qualifications for […] The post Avoiding Common Mistakes When ...

Use caution when paying or receiving payments from friends or family members using cash payment apps

Digital Payment Applications & Taxes Here’s something important to pay attention to if you use certain cash applications to send […] The post Use caution when paying or receiving payments...

Section 603 of the TAS Act Could Help Taxpayers Get Refunds Faster

On January 30, 2025, Senator Mike Crapo, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and Senator Ron Wyden, the Committee’s ranking […] The post Section 603 of the TAS Act Could Help Taxpayers ...

The Tax Ramifications of Tying the Knot

When you get married, your tax situation changes. Your marital status as of December 31 determines your tax filing options […] The post The Tax Ramifications of Tying the Knot appeared first ...

Use the Tax Withholding Estimator and Take Action on Your Tax Withholding Now

The Taxpayer Advocate Service encourages you to use the Tax Withholding Estimator now. Who should use it and why now? […] The post Use the Tax Withholding Estimator and Take Action on Your Ta...

Rain or Shine: The IRS Must Prepare Now for Next Year’s Filing Season

On June 25, I released my mid-year Fiscal Year 2026 Objectives Report to Congress. In it, I praise the IRS […] The post Rain or Shine: The IRS Must Prepare Now for Next Year’s Filing Season a...

National Taxpayer Advocate Issues Mid-Year Report to Congress; Highlights Successful 2025 Filing Season and Challenges for 2026

National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins today released her Fiscal Year 2026 Objectives Report to Congress, highlighting a largely successful […] The post National Taxpayer Advocate Issues ...

Criminal VDP: TAS Reports a Win For Taxpayers – IRS Agrees to Remove Willfulness Checkbox on VDP Application Form

It is that time of year again – school is out and so are report cards. It is also time […] The post Criminal VDP: TAS Reports a Win For Taxpayers – IRS Agrees to Remove Willfulnes...

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About Our Firm

VBC and Company is a unique, high-spirited team of professionals making creative and innovative contributions to clients across the globe. We offer an integrated array of specialized services that meet most of the financial / tax needs of businesses and its owners. At VBC and Company we work side-by-side with our clients on issues as diverse as accounting, auditing, business planning / valuation, mergers and acquisitions, outsourced services and taxation. We have a solid reputation for providing candid, accurate business advice that helps our clients succeed. VBC and Company has deep expertise in major industry groups including Software, Information Technology, Staffing, Real Estate, Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare, Media / Entertainment, Retail, Telecommunications and Trading. The firm serves businesses of various sizes, from large public and private companies, to closely held family-owned businesses. Whether we’re helping clients streamline processes, improve performance, leverage the right technology, or increase financial success, we offer innovative, effective, and personalized services to help clients overcome their business challenges today and plan for tomorrow. We work with several information technology and real estate companies across the USA.

Our Mission

Our singular mission is to achieve unparalleled client satisfaction and continually provide a client experience based on integrity and commitment. Our guiding principle is to exceed client expectations every time through a proactive and partnered approach. We strive to achieve genuine success for our clients and ourselves.

Our Team

Balachander Venkataramanan CPA, CFA

Bala, as the owner of this firm specializes in audit / taxation and has expertise in the areas of financial planning and mergers and acquisitions. Bala also has tremendous experience in representing clients on tax matters with the IRS and state / local governments.

Bala is also a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a member of the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India.

Jhalak Shah, CPA

Jhalak has in depth experience in tax research, planning, preparation / filing, for individuals to mid sized businesses. Currently she is focusing and researching on Foreign Reporting requirements in Tax Returns for Individuals. Jhalak has over 3 years of experience in handling accounting, payroll and taxation.

Jhalak is also an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

Prabha Durairajan

Prabha specializes in tax research, planning, preparation / filing, accounting and Payroll services for small to mid sized companies. She has over 20 years of experience in private and public accounting.

Prabha is also an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and currently working towards her license as a CPA.

Girish Jagadeesha

Girish specializes in audit/accounting services and M & A advisory. He has held senior finance positions in several multi-national corporations and has worked in India and the UK before joining us in the US. He has over 20 years of experience in private and public accounting. Girish is an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

Nagarajan Srinivasan, CPA

Srinivasan specializes in tax planning, compliance and reporting. He has considerable experience working for a multinational handling financial reporting, US / international taxation and indirect tax compliance. He has also worked in senior finance / accounting positions in various multinational corporations in the Middle East, Africa and Canada. Srinivasan is also an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

Ukti Parikh

Ukti focuses on tax return compliance, preparation and filing for individuals and for small to mid-sized businesses. She also advises clients on tax planning and related issues. Ukti is also an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

Sangeetha Narayana Murthy

Sangeetha has experience in accounting. In her earlier role she worked as a reconciliation specialist. She has a Master’s degree in Finance and Commerce from Bangalore University (India).

Bhuvaneswari Mohan, CPA

Bhuvana focuses on tax return compliance, preparation and filing for individuals and for small to mid-sized businesses. She also advises clients on tax planning and related issues. She has a Masters in Business Administration, Certified Public Accountant and is also a Cost Accountant (AICWA).