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"Marie is detailed oriented and is a great asset to any business when it comes to strategy and tax issues. She helped our team and we have since continued to implement her strategies. Good work and all the best."
— Kos Galatsis
Based in Taos and serving clients across New Mexico, Colorado, and nationwide.
Taos Certified Public Accountants for Tax & BookkeepingWho Offer You Peace of Mind
Helping individuals and business owners pay less tax, solve complex tax problems, and make more confident financial decisions. Serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, small-business owners, and growing companies with tax, accounting, and advisory support tailored to increasingly complex financial needs.
5/5 Stars
"Marie is detailed oriented and is a great asset to any business when it comes to strategy and tax issues. She helped our team and we have since continued to implement her strategies. Good work and all the best."
— Kos Galatsis
Trusted PartnerHand-held care
20+ YearsAccounting and tax experience
CPA: NM & COLicensed professional guidance
QBO ProAdvisorModern bookkeeping systems
Services
One trusted advisor for the financial work that cannot be left to chance.
Select a service to see how Focuswise helps clients move from uncertainty to a clear, practical plan.
Tax Return Preparation & Planning
Want to relax at the beach while we worry about taxes? Focuswise CPA prepares simple and complex tax returns for businesses and individuals, including Forms 1120 (C-corporations), 1120-S (S-corporations), 1065 (Partnerships), 1040 (Individual), and financial statement preparation (unaudited), including when you hire us to do your books.
We don't only prepare your tax returns. We take a look at your entire financial picture and recommend every tax saving strategy available to you. Our remote technologies allow us to work with you wherever you may be and at a time that's convenient for you. Contact us today for a quote on your taxes!
Why Focuswise
High-level credentials. Clear, responsive guidance.
The right CPA should do more than prepare forms. You should understand the situation, know the next step and feel confident that important details are being handled.
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We understand the full financial picture.Tax, bookkeeping and advisory work are considered together instead of in isolated silos.
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We assess before recommending.The facts, deadlines, records and goals determine the right path—not a one-size-fits-all package.
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We explain what comes next.Professional guidance is translated into a clear plan clients can understand and act on.
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We support long-term decisions.The relationship is designed to grow with the financial complexity of the client or business.
A Practical, Long-Term Partnership
“My passion is providing business owners with the financial information they need to grow their businesses and realize maximum profitability while minimizing tax liability through accurate bookkeeping.”— Marie Giannantonio, CPA, MBA
Client Reviews
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"Good work"
"Marie is detailed oriented and is a great asset to any business when it comes to strategy and tax issues. She helped our team and we have since continued to implement her strategies. Good work and all the best."
Uses:QuickBooks Online, 3rd Party AppsServices Received:Accounting, S Corporation tax, Tax planning, Tax preparation
— Kos Galatsis
Google Review"Very professional and great communicator"
"Marie helped me organize my business books and filed my returns on time. Very easy to talk to. Explained everything to me in plain language."
Uses:QuickBooks OnlineServices Received:Accounting, Bookkeeping, Self-employed Schedule C tax, Tax planning, Tax preparation
— Jaygiant
ProAdvisor"Competent in all services she provides"
"I've had many CPAs and bookkeepers throughout the years but Marie is by far the most personable, professional, prompt, and thorough. She is responsive to my calls and emails. She is an excellent communicator, hard to find in these times, which, under tax deadlines and with money, this is crucial. Do yourself and your business a favor and work with Marie. Her experience with a variety of businesses and industries enables her to resolve all my questions. Five stars to Marie!"
Uses:QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Self-Employed, QuickBooks Payments, 3rd Party AppsServices Received:Accounting, Bookkeeping, Consulting, In-house CFO, IRS representation, IT consulting, Personal financial planning, QuickBooks consulting, QuickBooks training, Self-employed Schedule C tax, Small business tax, Tax planning, Tax preparation, Tax setup
— Mishie Warren
ProAdvisor"I wasn't just a number"
"I'm not long winded in words, nor am i articulate and business savy. Which is why I really appreciated Marie. She really went out of her way to look out for my best interest and offered advice without my asking and gave me what I needed. Hand holding. I felt she worked FOR ME and not a big company or the IRS. Highly recommend. Tony. Better Call Tony Carpet Care."
Uses:QuickBooks OnlineServices Received:Small business tax
— Tony S.
ProAdvisor"A Trusted and Dependable Resource"
"For the past several years, Marie has been a trusted CPA and advisor for our personal and business tax needs. She is extremely knowledgeable in e-commerce, real estate, and small business self-employment. Not to mention she is a total expert in Quickbooks! Marie is meticulous, thorough, and organized. She ensures that our taxes are done correctly, while also proactively helping us plan tax strategies for the future. Marie is a highly experienced CPA, which gives us peace of mind. Marie is extremely detailed and wonderful to work with on any project. She is dedicated towards getting all data so that our books can be as complete as they should be. She is punctual and meets the timelines as well as just a genuinely kind person. She cares deeply about making sure things are done well and to her clients' preferences. We could not recommend her enough. Thanks so much, Marie. We appreciate you!"
Uses:QuickBooks OnlineServices Received:1099 filing, Accounting, Book cleanup, Consulting, Inventory services, IRS representation, Payroll, Personal tax, Self-employed Schedule C tax, Small business tax, Tax advice, Tax consulting services, Tax planning, Tax preparation, Tax services, Tax setup
— Mike & Jamie Kennedy
ProAdvisor"I like working with Marie"
"Marie has a nice personality, I like working with her because she is easy to talk to. She is knowledgeable."
Uses:QuickBooks OnlineServices Received:Personal tax, Self-employed Schedule C tax, Small business tax
— Zenda McCann
ProAdvisor"Easy to work with, great communication"
"I have worked with Marie in the past and it was a great experience! All communication was consolidated nicely (us business owners don't like being reminded of taxes in bits and pieces). I highly recommend working with Marie."
Uses:QuickBooks OnlineServices Received:Personal tax, Self-employed Schedule C tax, Small business tax, Tax preparation
— T Koo
ProAdvisor"Very knowledgable, very smart"
"Marie got me out of a big bind! I needed my books done for 5 years from the past and she did it in record time. Nice, professional, and very patient, Marie is wonderful to work with! She cleaned up my books of other bookkeepers bloopers. Highly detailed and meticulous about her work. Knows a lot about computers, printers and office equipment. Worked well remotely, which was always helpful to watch and learn as she does the steps to clear out confusing transactions. Grateful for Marie!"
Uses:QuickBooks OnlineServices Received:1099 filing, Book cleanup, Bookkeeping, Tax services
— Sally Tello
ProAdvisorMarie GiannantonioCPA · MBA · Trusted Partner
Meet Your CPA
Authority that earns trust. Communication that keeps clients informed.
Marie brings over 20 years of tax, bookkeeping and accounting experience to individuals and businesses across the United States. Her background combines former IRS experience, elite business education, and hands-on knowledge of the systems growing companies depend on.
Wharton SchoolBachelor's degree in Accounting
Columbia Business SchoolMBA in Finance
Teachers College, ColumbiaMaster's in Organization & Leadership
Licensed CPANew Mexico and Colorado
Former IRSOver 20 years of experience
QuickBooks ProAdvisorView Intuit Profile
Based in Taos, New Mexico, Focuswise works virtually with clients nationwide using secure, modern collaboration tools.
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Make informed decisions before the deadline arrives.
Educational content can answer the first question, clarify the risk and help visitors recognize when professional support is needed.
Why planning should happen before filing season
Filing reports what already happened. Planning creates time to evaluate choices before the year closes.
Schedule PlanningWhen clean books become a growth system
Reliable reports help owners understand profitability, cash flow, taxes and the decisions that require attention.
Discuss BookkeepingFrequently Asked Questions
Yes. Focuswise serves clients virtually across the United States using secure document sharing, video meetings and cloud-based accounting tools.
Yes. Tax resolution is a core service. The consultation begins with the notice, tax periods, balances, deadlines and filing history so the right response can be determined.
Yes. Services include tax preparation, tax advisory, tax resolution, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, 1099 support and business advisory.
Most work is priced after the scope is understood. Complexity, cleanup needs, transaction volume, deadlines and ongoing support requirements may affect the engagement.
You will discuss the concern, timing, goals and available records. Focuswise can then recommend the appropriate service path and explain the next steps.
Yes. Marie is a certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and uses QBO as the central bookkeeping platform for many client workflows.
Focuswise is based in Taos, New Mexico. Office hours are by appointment, and virtual meetings are available for clients nationwide.
Yes. The service mix can expand from bookkeeping and tax compliance into reporting, payroll support, planning and business advisory as needs become more complex.
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marie@focuswisecpa.com505.235.3500Focuswise CPA LLC
515 Gusdorf Rd, Suite 5
Taos, NM 87571Serving clients remotely throughout the United States, Colorado, and New Mexico, including Taos, Los Alamos, Española, Red River, Angel Fire, Questa, and Eagle Nest.
515 Gusdorf Rd, Suite 5
Taos, NM 87571Serving clients remotely throughout the United States, Colorado, and New Mexico, including Taos, Los Alamos, Española, Red River, Angel Fire, Questa, and Eagle Nest.
