Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
★★★★★ (141 reviews)5012 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304
(270) 688-9070
Website: office.jacksonhewitt.com/tax-preparation-services-locations/en/wv/charleston/5012-maccorkle-ave-se/16429?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=local&utm_content=16429
Hours: {}
United Way of Central West Virginia
★★★★½ (74 reviews)1 United Way Square, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 340-3500
Website: unitedwaycwv.org
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–2 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
H&R Block
★★★★½ (68 reviews)1513 Washington St E, Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 346-9435
Website: www.hrblock.com/tax-office-near-me/west-virginia/charleston/46117/?otppartnerid=9308&campaignid=pw_mcm_9308_9762&utm_medium=local
Hours: {}
Liberty Tax
★★★★½ (53 reviews)601 Delaware Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 205-1074
Website: www.libertytax.com/18482
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–7 PM"]}
TurboTax - Downtown, Charleston
★★★★★ (43 reviews)1038 Quarrier St, 105 Suite 102, Office 102, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 305-8012
Website: turbotax.intuit.com/local-tax-offices/wv/charleston/8eec40f4430d491aa250167e2e2cb737
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Kanawha County Sheriff's Tax Office
★★★☆☆ (28 reviews)409 Virginia St E #120, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 357-0210
Website: www.kanawhasheriff.us
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Taxpayer Assistance Center
★★☆☆☆ (28 reviews)161 Court St, Charleston, WV 25301
(844) 545-5640
Website: apps.irs.gov/app/office-locator
Hours: {}
State Tax Department
★★★☆☆ (14 reviews)1001 Lee St E, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 558-3333
Website: tax.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Ovie Gibson CPA AC
★★★★☆ (9 reviews)207 Tennessee Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 343-6264
Website: www.oviegibsoncpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Effortless Solutions Tax Services
★★★★★ (6 reviews)2801 Chesterfield Ave, Charleston, WV 25304
(681) 622-9033
Website: www.effortless-tax.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–12 AM"],"Sunday":["12–6:30 AM","12–7 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–12 AM"],"Wednesday":["12–6 AM","9 AM–7 PM"]}
Brown Edwards
★★★★★ (6 reviews)300 Chase Tower, 707 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-4188
Website: becpas.com/contact/charleston
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Ellis & Ellis PLLC:
★★★★½ (6 reviews)500 Virginia St E # 1000, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 342-4169
Website: www.elliscpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["7:30 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Peoples Tax Services LLC
★★★★★ (5 reviews)6817 Sissonville Dr, Charleston, WV 25312
(304) 984-9050
Hours: {"Friday":["10:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["10:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
Teed and Associates CPA
★★★☆☆ (7 reviews)511 50th St SE, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 925-8752
Website: teed-and-associates-cpa.ueniweb.com/?utm_campaign=gmb
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7 PM"]}
Ford and Sweeney Accounting and Tax Services
★★★★☆ (5 reviews)4402 Crede Dr, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 935-4801
Website: www.fordandsweeney.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Messer & Associates AC CPAs
★★★☆☆ (6 reviews)300 Technology Dr, Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 776-4011
Website: messercpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
The Estate Planning Group
★★★½☆ (5 reviews)1508 Bigley Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 432-2865
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Hawley Candice a CPA
★★★★☆ (4 reviews)4628 Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 965-5101
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Suttle & Stalnaker, PLLC
★★★☆☆ (4 reviews)1411 Virginia St E Ste 100, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-4126
Website: www.suttlecpas.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Davis & Davis Accounting Services
★★★★★ (2 reviews)602 Tennessee Ave #101, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 343-4656
Website: splinternetmarketing.com/local-pros/wv/charleston/davis-davis-accounting-services
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Herman & Cormany Certified Public Accounts, A.C.
★★★★★ (2 reviews)812 Quarrier St, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-2320
Website: www.herman-cormanycpas.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Eliott Borris, CPA PLLC
★★★★★ (2 reviews)801 Indiana Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 545-8657
Website: www.borriscpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–8 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–8 PM"]}
Brown Edwards: Harold Holstein, CPA, CMM
★★★★★ (2 reviews)300 Chase Tower, 707 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 341-2149
Website: becpas.com/team/harold-holstein
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Gray, Griffith & Mays, a.c.
★★★★★ (2 reviews)707 Virginia St E Ste 400, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-9400
Website: www.ggmcpa.net
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Blackwell John D CPA
★★★★★ (2 reviews)3897 Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 344-3324
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Smith Cochran and Hicks, PLLC
★★★★★ (2 reviews)3510 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 345-1151
Website: www.schcpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
IRS Tax Solutions Charleston
★★½☆☆ (3 reviews)Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 249-9856
Hours: {"Friday":["Open 24 hours"],"Monday":["Open 24 hours"],"Saturday":["Open 24 hours"],"Sunday":["Open 24 hours"],"Thursday":["Open 24 hours"],"Tuesday":["Open 24 hours"],"Wednesday":["Open 24 hours"]}
BLAIR & COMPANY, A.C.
★★★★★ (1 reviews)179 Summers St #721, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-4603
Website: www.blaircpas.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"]}
Austin & Associates
★★★★★ (1 reviews)1556 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 344-2727
Website: www.austincpaac.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Gray Griffith & Mays: Jacobs Randall W CPA
★★★★★ (1 reviews)707 Virginia St E Ste 400, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-9400
Website: www.ggmcpa.net
Hours: {}
Woomer Nistendirk Associates, PLLC
★★★★★ (1 reviews)231 Capitol St Ste 400, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 342-2006
Website: wnacpas.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–12 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Charleston City Collector Office
★★★★★ (1 reviews)915 Quarrier St # 4, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 348-8024
Website: www.charlestonwv.gov/government/city-departments/city-collector
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Smith Accounting Services
★★★★★ (1 reviews)307 Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(681) 265-4506
Website: smithacctservices.com/contact
Hours: {}
DAF Associates -
★★★★★ (1 reviews)121 Old Goff Mountain Rd, Charleston, WV 25313
(304) 776-4011
Website: dafacct.com
Hours: {}
Clark Michelle L CPA
★☆☆☆☆ (1 reviews)500 Virginia St E # 1000, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 342-4169
Website: www.elliscpa.com
Hours: {}
Mac Christopher McIntyre - TurboTax Expert
1038 Quarrier St, 105 Suite 102, Office 102, Charleston, WV 25301
(915) 671-5972
Website: turbotax.intuit.com/local-tax-experts/mac-christopher-mcintyre/13337d7e9728a9c4d7eb2ea293455022f16?cid=ye
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Ernst & Young
500 Virginia St E #900, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-8971
Website: www.ey.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Open 24 hours"],"Monday":["Open 24 hours"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["Open 24 hours"],"Tuesday":["Open 24 hours"],"Wednesday":["Open 24 hours"]}
Accounting & Tax Offices Inc
701 Virginia St W, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 346-3943
Hours: {}
Forvis Mazars, LLP
500 Virginia St E #800, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-0168
Website: www.forvismazars.us/about-us/locations/charleston-wv?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=yext
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Arnett Carbis Toothman, LLP
Washington St E #124, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 346-0441
Website: www.actcpas.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Austin C a CPA
1556 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 344-2727
Website: austincpaac.com
Hours: {}
Phyllis A Lynch
701 Virginia St W, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 346-3943
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–5 PM"]}
Rollins Cleavenger & Rollins
1012 Kanawha Blvd E Ste 400, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-5503
Website: www.rcrcpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–12:30 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
About Tax Preparers in Charleston, WV
Finding the right tax preparer in Charleston, West Virginia, starts with understanding the local economy. As the state capital and a hub for government, healthcare, and energy industries, Charleston residents often face unique tax situations—from state-specific credits for natural resource work to complex filings involving small businesses or remote employment. A knowledgeable local preparer can help navigate these nuances while ensuring compliance with both state and federal rules.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional at CAMC, a contractor tied to the chemical or coal sectors, or a retiree managing pensions and investment income, a dedicated tax professional saves time and reduces stress. They can also identify deductions you might miss, like West Virginia’s personal income tax credits or energy-efficiency incentives. BeforeTaxUSA.com connects you with vetted preparers who understand Charleston’s specific financial landscape, so you file with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications should a tax preparer have?
At minimum, a paid tax preparer must have an IRS-issued PTIN. Look for additional credentials like Enrolled Agent (EA) status, CPA license, or completion of the IRS Annual Filing Season Program. These indicate higher levels of training and accountability.
How much does tax preparation cost?
Simple individual returns (W-2 income only) typically cost $100-$300. Returns with itemized deductions, self-employment income, or rental properties can cost $300-$800 or more. Always ask for a fee estimate upfront before committing.
What documents do I need to bring to my tax preparer?
Bring all W-2s, 1099 forms, records of deductible expenses, last year's tax return, Social Security numbers for all family members, bank account information for direct deposit, and any IRS correspondence you have received.
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