Alex Zelaya

Enrolled Agent (EA) & Founder, Tax and Advisory Firm

Alex Zelaya is an Enrolled Agent (EA) and tax professional based in New York, focused on helping individuals and small businesses navigate tax planning and compliance with clarity and confidence. After working at national CPA firms, he now runs his own tax and advisory practice, emphasizing long-term client relationships and a straightforward, practical approach to the tax process. He earned a B.S. in Accounting from St. John’s University (Queens, NY) and holds the Enrolled Agent credential. His services include tax preparation and planning as well as support such as bookkeeping, payroll, and corporate taxes.

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