Welcome
Small doesn’t mean small time.
We combine the experience of a large firm with the personal attention that only a small firm can provide. Our clients come back to us year after year because they know they are in good hands. We work to develop long-term relationships; whether your needs are simple or complex, we can help.
Please take a moment and read more about our people, our history, our credentials, and our areas of specialization. If you have any questions or would like more detailed information about how we can help you, don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to serve you.
Our People
Dana E. Lane, CPA, graduated Cum Laude from the University of Maine in 1975. He Worked eleven years for various accounting firms including Tofias, Fleishman, Shapiro & Co., P.C. as a manager when they had an office in Portland, Maine. He worked twelve years for Maine Rubber International, a manufacturing firm in Gorham, ME as their Vice President of Finance and Treasurer. In 1999, he formed Dana E. Lane, CPA. Mr. Lane specializes in small business, tax and consulting.
Dana Lane has handpicked a support staff that shares and supports his ideals. Each member of our staff is an expert in his or her area.
Our History
The original firm began with general accounting and tax services for business and individuals. This developed into tax planning, minimization of tax liabilities for individuals and corporations, and consulting services. We believe in “old school” principles, but we also believe in keeping up with the needs of individuals and businesses in this rapidly changing world.
Our Credentials
Our firm participates in the Peer Review program prescribed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Maine Society of Certified Public Accountants. Mr. Lane is also a member of the American Institue of Certified Public Accountants, Maine Society of Certified Public Accountants, Maine Accountants Professional Association, and the Institute of Management Accountants.
Our Areas of Specialization
Our entire operation is rooted in a tradition of meeting the highest standards of accounting practices. From this foundation, we offer the following specialized services: strategic tax planning for individuals and businesses, financial planning services, accounting services for businesses and individuals, consulting services for businesses, temporary or part-time controllership services, bookkeeping and payroll services.
Websites
- Federal Get Refund Status Where’s My Refund? will usually have information about your refund 72 hours after IRS acknowledges receipt of your e-filed return, or three to four weeks after mailing a paper return. Check back weekly, on Wednesdays, for any updates to your refund inform
- Maine Refund Status Information Check Maine 1040 Refund Status and Property Tax and Rent Refund Status online.
- www.1040.com Offers tax news, articles, an IRS BBS, and a database of tax preparers. A tax advice service delivers all the updated federal and state tax forms, instructions and publications.
- www.etaxforms.com Download any federal tax form, use the tax calculator and get answers to frequently asked questions.
- www.intuit.com/turbotax/taxcenter Includes hints for homeowners, methods for claiming medical expenses and ways to reduce your taxes. Visit this site to find financial management products and learn how to avoid common tax errors.
- www.irs.gov Contains a complete list of tax forms and publications available for direct download. Provides tax resources, including software, preparation tips and forms, and tax information for individuals, businesses and organizations.