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Trapped by complex tax codes and uncertain forecasts? Reactive accounting costs you time, money, and opportunity.
As your strategic Houston CPA partner, we provide the expert foresight to turn financial complexity into your competitive advantage.
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Founded by Mary Yiu in 2016, YIU CPA has grown from a visionary startup into a trusted strategic partner for businesses and individuals across Houston and the globe.
Meet the FounderExpertise Across Diverse Industries
Our deep industry experience allows us to move beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. We provide nuanced, forward-thinking strategies meticulously tailored to the unique market dynamics and operational challenges of your industry.
Our Firm
Founded on trust, driven by strategy.
A History of Partnership
Since our founding in 2016, YIU CPA, PLLC has been on a mission to redefine the role of an accounting firm. We started with a clear goal: to be a proactive, strategic partner for businesses and individuals who need more than just a number cruncher. Our growth is a testament to the success of our clients. Through word-of-mouth referrals and a reputation for excellence, we have become a trusted advisor to a diverse and growing clientele who rely on us for clarity and strategic direction in a complex financial world.
Hi, I'm Mary Yiu!
Since I started this firm in 2016, my goal has been to earn the trust of every client. Whether you're a local business, a high-net-worth family, or an international company, that trust is the foundation of everything we do. It's why we're here today, and it is my commitment to you.
Professional Snapshot
- Experience: Over 20 years in tax planning, compliance, and consulting, including at Big Four firms.
- Education: MBA from Sam Houston State University; Bachelor in Business Accounting and Finance from Leeds Beckett University.
- Credentials: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA).
- Associations: Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA).
Our Core Principles
Our firm's values were established by our founder, Mary Yiu, from day one. These principles guide our actions and are how we earn our clients' trust.
Strategic Foresight
We are always looking ahead for you. Our proactive, year-round approach means we anticipate challenges and find opportunities, ensuring your financial strategy is built for the long term.
Unwavering Partnership
We work as an extension of your team, not as a separate contractor. You get direct access, clear communication, and advice that is tailored specifically to your business and your goals.
Global Dexterity
No matter where you are or where you do business, we have the expertise. Our deep knowledge of international business and multilingual capabilities means you can navigate global markets with confidence.
A Global Partnership Built on Trust
Today, we are proud to serve over 150+ clients across the globe. Our success is a direct reflection of their trust and our commitment to their financial well-being. This growth has allowed us to build a dynamic, multinational team of dedicated full-time and seasonal accountants who bring diverse perspectives and multilingual capabilities to the table, ensuring we can meet the complex needs of our international client base.
A Spectrum of Financial Solutions
From foundational compliance to high-level strategic advisory, our services are designed to provide comprehensive support at every stage of your financial journey.
💡Tax Planning & Consulting
Strategic, year-round planning to minimize your tax burden. Includes entity structuring, retirement planning, and international tax advisory.
📄Tax Compliance
Ensuring accurate and timely tax filings to keep you in good standing. We handle Federal & State returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
🚀Company Setup & Formation
Guidance on selecting and forming the right business structure (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp) to protect your assets and optimize your tax position.
💼Virtual CFO Services
High-level financial strategy and oversight without the cost of a full-time executive. We provide budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
🧮Bookkeeping & Payroll
Meticulous bookkeeping and streamlined payroll services to provide a clear financial picture and ensure compliance.
🛡️IRS Audit & Tax Controversy
Expert representation before the IRS and other tax authorities. We manage communications and work towards the best possible resolution.
Advanced & Specialized Strategies
Our deep industry experience allows us to provide nuanced advice tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of your sector.
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Let's build your financial future, together.
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Last updated: September 1, 2024
1. Introduction
YIU CPA, PLLC ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website yiucpa.com (the "Site"), including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, and telephone number, that you voluntarily give to us when you use the contact form on the Site. You are under no obligation to provide us with personal information of any kind; however, your refusal to do so may prevent you from using certain features of the Site.
- Usage Data: Information our servers automatically collect when you access the Site, such as your IP address, your browser type, your operating system, your access times, and the pages you have viewed directly before and after accessing the Site.
3. How We Use Your Information
Having accurate information about you permits us to provide you with a smooth, efficient, and customized experience. Specifically, we may use information collected about you via the Site to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide you with requested information or services.
- Maintain and improve our Site's performance and offerings.
- Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience with the Site.
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
4. Client Confidentiality
As a certified public accounting firm, we adhere to the strictest standards of client confidentiality under professional ethics and applicable law. All information provided to us in the course of a professional engagement, whether through this Site or other means, is held in strict confidence and is not disclosed to third parties except as required by law or with your express consent.
5. Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse.
6. Policy for Children
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7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
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If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the information provided on our Contact page.
Terms and Conditions
Last updated: September 1, 2024
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing and using the YIU CPA, PLLC website (the "Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the below, please do not use this Site.
2. No Professional Advice Disclaimer
The information provided on this Site, including but not limited to articles, blog posts, and service descriptions, is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional accounting, tax, legal, or financial advice. The content of this Site is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice from a qualified CPA or financial advisor. No client-fiduciary relationship is created by your use of this Site. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included on this Site without seeking the appropriate professional advice on your particular facts and circumstances from a licensed professional in your state.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise indicated, the Site is our proprietary property and all source code, databases, functionality, software, website designs, audio, video, text, photographs, and graphics on the Site (collectively, the "Content") and the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the "Marks") are owned or controlled by us or licensed to us, and are protected by copyright and trademark laws and various other intellectual property rights of the United States, foreign jurisdictions, and international conventions.
4. Limitation of Liability
In no event will YIU CPA, PLLC, our directors, employees, or agents be liable to you or any third party for any direct, indirect, consequential, exemplary, incidental, special, or punitive damages, including lost profit, lost revenue, loss of data, or other damages arising from your use of the site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. The use of this Site is at your own risk.
5. Site Management
We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to: (1) monitor the Site for violations of these Terms and Conditions; (2) take appropriate legal action against anyone who, in our sole discretion, violates the law or these Terms and Conditions; and (3) otherwise manage the Site in a manner designed to protect our rights and property and to facilitate the proper functioning of the Site.
6. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions and your use of the Site are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas applicable to agreements made and to be entirely performed within the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
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