Our Approach

At TaxTime, we believe tax and accounting support should feel clear, dependable, and steady — not rushed, confusing, or reactive.


We work with individuals and small business owners who want a firm they can rely on year after year. Our role is to bring structure to complexity, clarity to decision-making, and consistency to a process that too often feels overwhelming.


Everything we do is guided by a simple principle: Good financial support should reduce stress, not create it.

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Built on Experience, Guided by Care

TaxTime was founded on a commitment to serving the Arizona community with accuracy, integrity, and straightforward guidance. That foundation continues to shape how we operate today.

Our team brings together seasoned tax professionals and experienced operators who understand both the technical side of tax work and the real-world challenges faced by business owners and families. The result is a firm that combines deep expertise with organized systems, thoughtful communication, and a long-term mindset.

We’re here to support you not just through filings, but through the decisions that surround them.

Leadership & Oversight

Our firm is led by professionals who are actively involved in both client service and operational excellence.

  • Zack Neilson, CPA
    Zack brings deep expertise in tax strategy, personal finance, and small-business accounting. His background in education and accounting allows him to explain complex topics clearly and guide clients with thoughtfulness and precision.
  • Cody Barton
    Cody brings extensive experience in building and operating service-based businesses. His focus is on strengthening systems, communication, and workflows so clients experience organized, timely, and dependable service.

Together, the leadership team ensures that TaxTime operates with both technical rigor and operational clarity — creating a firm built for the long term.

How We Work

We believe strong client relationships are built through consistency, transparency, and respect for your time. Clients can expect:

Strong communication & clear expectations

Accurate, timely work with CPA oversight

Organized processes supported by modern systems

A professional, approachable team that values long-term relationships

You’re not passed around, rushed through, or treated like a transaction.
You work with a team that knows your situation and is invested in supporting you over time.

A Firm You Can Rely On

Whether you’re filing personal taxes, running a growing business, or planning ahead, TaxTimeAZ is committed to providing steady, thoughtful support — today and in the years ahead.