Industries served
Who We Serve
Abraham Valenzuela CPA PLLC brings deep, industry-specific expertise to businesses and individuals across El Paso and beyond. We understand the unique financial challenges of your industry — so you get advice that actually fits.
Individual Taxpayers
From straightforward W-2 filers to complex multi-income households, we prepare accurate, thorough individual tax returns and help you plan year-round to minimize your tax burden. Whether you're a salaried employee, self-employed, or managing multiple income streams, we make sure nothing is missed.
- Federal & state individual tax returns
- Self-employment & freelance income
- Itemized deductions & credits
- Year-round tax planning
- IRS notice response & resolution
- Prior-year amended returns
Estates & Trusts
Administering an estate or managing a trust involves complex tax filings and compliance requirements. We guide executors, trustees, and beneficiaries through Form 1041 filings, estate tax returns, and the financial reporting needed to settle an estate or manage ongoing trust obligations.
- Form 1041 — estate & trust income tax
- Form 706 — federal estate tax returns
- Fiduciary accounting & reporting
- Beneficiary distribution planning
- Charitable trust compliance
- Post-mortem tax planning
Real Estate
Whether you own rental properties, flip homes, or manage a real estate portfolio, we provide tax strategies that maximize deductions and minimize liability. We also assist with 1031 exchanges and cost segregation studies.
- Rental property tax planning
- 1031 exchange guidance
- Cost segregation studies
- Entity structuring for investors
- Passive activity loss planning
Healthcare & Medical Practices
Medical professionals face complex billing, compliance, and compensation structures. We help physicians, dentists, and other healthcare providers manage their finances efficiently while staying compliant with industry regulations.
- Practice entity structuring
- Physician compensation planning
- Medical billing reconciliation
- Retirement plan setup
- Buy-in & buy-out agreements
Transportation & Logistics
Trucking companies, owner-operators, freight brokers, and logistics firms along the U.S.–Mexico border face unique tax and compliance challenges. We help transportation businesses manage per-diem deductions, IFTA filings, fleet depreciation, and cross-border freight accounting.
- Owner-operator & fleet tax planning
- IFTA fuel tax reporting
- Per-diem & travel deductions
- Equipment & vehicle depreciation
- Cross-border freight accounting
- DOT compliance recordkeeping
Restaurants & Food Service
The restaurant industry operates on thin margins and complex payroll. We provide food and beverage businesses with the financial clarity they need — from tip reporting and FICA tip credits to food cost analysis.
- Tip reporting & FICA credits
- Food cost & margin analysis
- Payroll management
- Sales tax compliance
- Franchise accounting
Hospitality & Hotels
Hotels, motels, short-term rentals, and hospitality groups face a unique mix of occupancy taxes, seasonal cash flow swings, and complex payroll. We help hospitality businesses stay compliant, manage property-level financials, and plan for capital improvements and expansions.
- Occupancy & lodging tax compliance
- Property-level financial reporting
- Seasonal cash flow planning
- Franchise fee & royalty accounting
- Capital improvement depreciation
- Short-term rental tax planning
Manufacturing
Manufacturing businesses require precise cost accounting, inventory valuation, and tax planning around capital equipment. We help manufacturers optimize their financial operations and take full advantage of available tax incentives.
- Cost accounting & variance analysis
- Inventory valuation (FIFO/LIFO)
- R&D tax credits
- Section 179 & bonus depreciation
- Multi-entity consolidations
Oil & Gas
West Texas and New Mexico's energy sector demands specialized tax knowledge. We serve oil and gas operators, royalty interest owners, and mineral rights holders — helping them navigate depletion allowances, intangible drilling costs, and the complex reporting requirements of the energy industry.
- Depletion allowance calculations
- Intangible drilling cost (IDC) deductions
- Royalty & working interest income
- Mineral rights tax planning
- Joint interest billing (JIB) accounting
- Severance tax compliance
Technology & Startups
From early-stage startups to growing SaaS companies, we help tech businesses structure their entities, maximize R&D tax credits, and plan for equity compensation. We understand the fast-moving nature of tech and provide accounting that keeps pace with your growth.
- Startup entity structuring
- R&D tax credit studies
- Stock option & equity planning
- SaaS revenue recognition
- Investor-ready financial statements
- Burn rate & cash flow planning
Professional Services
Attorneys, consultants, engineers, and other professionals need accounting that matches their project-based or retainer billing models. We help service firms manage cash flow, partner distributions, and retirement planning.
- Partner & shareholder distributions
- Billing & revenue recognition
- Retirement plan optimization
- Professional liability considerations
- Business succession planning
Nonprofits & Faith-Based Organizations
Nonprofits and churches face unique compliance requirements including Form 990 filings, unrelated business income rules, and grant reporting. We help mission-driven organizations maintain their tax-exempt status and financial integrity.
- Form 990 preparation
- Unrelated business income (UBIT)
- Grant accounting & reporting
- Board financial reporting
- Tax-exempt status compliance
International & Cross-Border
With deep roots in the El Paso–Ciudad Juárez border region, we specialize in cross-border tax matters for individuals and businesses operating in both the U.S. and Mexico. We navigate FBAR, FATCA, and treaty provisions with confidence.
- U.S.–Mexico cross-border tax
- FBAR & FATCA compliance
- Foreign income exclusions
- Treaty benefit analysis
- Dual-status tax returns
Construction & Contractors
From job-cost accounting and progress billing to contractor licensing and bonding requirements, we help construction businesses stay compliant and profitable. We work with general contractors, subcontractors, and specialty trades.
- Job-cost accounting
- Contractor tax planning
- Payroll & certified payroll
- Bonding & licensing support
- Equipment depreciation strategies
Don't see your industry?
We work with a wide range of businesses and individuals. Reach out and let's talk about how we can help you.