
CPA Services for Restaurants, Franchises & Hospitality Businesses
Accounting Expertise Built for Restaurants, Hotels, and Franchise Owners
Running a restaurant, franchise, or hospitality business comes with unique financial challenges—managing inventory, tracking revenue, payroll for staff, franchise fees, and navigating complex tax regulations. At Markham Norton, we specialize in accounting services for the hospitality industry, providing the clarity and guidance you need to maximize profitability and ensure compliance.
Why Choose a CPA Who Understands Restaurants & Hospitality?
Not all accountants understand the complexities of the hospitality industry. With years of experience working alongside restaurant owners, hotel operators, and franchisees, we know how to:
Accurately track sales, inventory, and cost of goods sold
Simplify payroll and staff management for large teams
Manage franchise compliance, royalty fees, and tax obligations
Optimize cash flow and operational budgeting
Implement strategies to minimize tax liability and increase profitability

Our Hospitality CPA Services
We offer full-service accounting solutions designed for restaurants, franchises, and hospitality businesses of all sizes:
Restaurant & Hospitality Accounting – Track revenue, expenses, and profitability across locations.
Tax Planning & Preparation – Reduce tax burden while remaining compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
Payroll & Staff Management – Streamline payroll, benefits, and tips reporting for employees.
Franchise Accounting & Compliance – Manage franchise fees, royalties, and contractual obligations.
CFO & Advisory Services – Make informed business decisions with strategic financial guidance.

Who We Serve
We partner with businesses across the restaurant, franchise, and hospitality industries:
Restaurants & Cafes
Hotel & Lodging Operators
Franchises Across Various Sectors
Catering & Food Service Companies
Bars, Nightclubs & Event Venues
Resorts & Hospitality Groups
Build a Strong Financial Foundation
With the right CPA by your side, you’ll spend less time worrying about accounting and more time focusing on your guests and operations. Our proactive approach ensures you get more than compliance—we help you improve cash flow, maximize profitability, and plan for long-term success.
Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurant & Hospitality CPA Services
Why does my restaurant or hospitality business need a specialized CPA?
A CPA with hospitality expertise understands inventory tracking, payroll, franchise compliance, and tax strategies unique to the industry, ensuring accurate financial reporting and optimized profitability.
What tax services do you provide for restaurants and hospitality businesses?
We handle tax planning, preparation, and compliance for restaurants, hotels, franchises, and food service operations to minimize tax liability while staying compliant.
Can you help with financial reporting and profitability tracking?
Yes. We provide detailed accounting for sales, expenses, and overall business performance to monitor profitability.
Do you offer payroll and staff management?
Absolutely. We manage payroll, tips reporting, benefits, and contractor payments while ensuring compliance with IRS and state regulations.
Do you work with all types of hospitality businesses?
Yes. We serve restaurants, cafes, hotels, resorts, bars, franchises, and catering or food service companies.
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