South Bay CPA

Edward A. Mannes, CPA, MS Tax (California License #76051), operates as a sole practitioner CPA firm serving the South Bay area with over 10 years of experience. The firm distinguishes itself through a business model emphasizing value and service quality rather than hourly billing. All services are offered at fixed, guaranteed prices with no surprises or time-based inflation, a deliberate alternative to the traditional big firm approach where multiple staff members, managers, and partners review work, inflating hours and fees. The firm provides unlimited free phone consultations, recognizing that accountants and business advisors should provide accessible guidance without charging for phone calls. Edward directly handles client work, ensuring clients receive service from an experienced CPA rather than junior staff. The firm offers a satisfaction guarantee, promising to provide full refunds if clients are unhappy with services received, requesting only feedback on areas for improvement. A free initial consultation is available to prospective clients, conducted at the client's preferred location. Service areas include Lomita, Torrance, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hawthorne, San Pedro, and Carson. After previous experience at larger CPA firms, Edward established his independent practice to provide personalized, quality-focused service.