Business & Tax Planning Services
Guidance for Alabama Small Businesses, Professionals & Entrepreneurs
Running a business in Alabama involves tax, accounting, and legal decisions that must work together. With more than 30 years of experience as both an attorney and former CPA, I help business owners build strong foundations, avoid unnecessary tax exposure, and stay compliant with federal and state requirements.
I provide practical, strategic guidance for closely held companies, family businesses, professionals, contractors, and new entrepreneurs throughout Huntsville and North Alabama.
What I Help With
Business Formation & Structuring
Choosing the right entity has long-term tax and legal consequences.
I help with:
LLC formation and operating agreements
S-Corporation elections and reasonable compensation planning
Partnership and multi-member LLC structuring
Single-member LLC and sole-proprietor conversions
Alabama Business Privilege Tax, annual filings, and compliance
Ongoing Tax & Legal Support
Many business owners need more than one-time setup.
I assist with:
Annual and multi-year tax planning
Payroll tax issues and trust fund penalty matters
Sales and use tax guidance
Contract review and risk assessment
Business compliance systems
Federal and Alabama tax dispute resolution
I serve as a practical advisor who understands the combined tax, finance, and legal implications of business decisions.
Audit & Tax Controversy Representation
For businesses facing federal or state inquiries, I represent clients in:
IRS audits, examinations, and CP2000 notices
Alabama Department of Revenue audits and assessments
Business privilege tax, sales tax, and withholding tax disputes
IRS Appeals, audit reconsideration, and collection issues
My combined legal and CPA background provides a unique advantage when reconstructing records, responding to auditors, and negotiating outcomes.
Why Work With an Attorney With CPA Experience?
Most business matters involve tax questions, legal strategy, accounting, and financial analysis. I provide:
One-on-one representation
Direct, practical guidance
Strategic planning based on decades of experience
Knowledge of how IRS and Alabama DOR evaluate business compliance
You receive clear explanations and steps tailored to your goals, risk level, and long-term business needs.
Ready to Discuss Your Business Needs?
Whether you are forming a new company, planning for growth, or responding to a tax issue, I’m here to help.
Gene M. Bowman has been a trusted attorney, CPA and advisor for over 30 years to numerous corporations, LLCs, partnerships and sole proprietors of all sizes. Mr. Bowman has served as in-house tax counsel for Fortune 500 companies. Representation spans from formation, organization through dissolution and includes tax consulting and compliance (filing of tax returns). His experience as a Senior Manager with the Big Four consulting firms and his in-house experience serve as invaluable assets to this clients.