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About Arc & Ledger

An Enrolled Agent firm in Los Angeles, built for international clients and small business owners who want tax done right

We started Arc & Ledger because we kept meeting international entrepreneurs and expats who were getting tripped up by the US tax system – not because they were doing anything wrong, but because nobody had explained it to them clearly.

ITIN applications, FBAR obligations, E-2 visa financials, international tax treaty positions – these are not complicated concepts, but they require someone who has seen them before. We have, hundreds of times. We can explain what applies to your situation and handle it correctly.

We also work with small US businesses – S-Corps, LLCs, sole proprietors – who need structured, accurate bookkeeping and tax preparation, not whoever is cheapest in February. Every engagement starts with a clear scope and a written agreement. You know what you're paying for before we start.

Credentials

Burak Genc, EA, MST - Founder of Arc & Ledger
Founded
2016 (as TACS Group)
Credential
Enrolled Agent, U.S. Treasury
Education
MST, U. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Industry background
7 years at Intuit, tax content analyst
Published
Author, ABD Vergi Rehberi
Accreditation
BBB Accredited, A+ rating

Arc & Ledger was established in 2016 by Burak Genc, a tax professional with over a decade of experience in taxation and accounting, including service as an Enrolled Agent. Originally operating as TACS Group, the firm rebranded to Arc & Ledger in 2025 to reflect an expanded service offering including U.S. business formation for international entrepreneurs. Burak spent nearly seven years at Intuit as a tax content analyst, working on TurboTax and professional tax software. He holds a Master of Science in Taxation from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and specializes in the kind of complex IRS cases, cross-border filings, and business structuring decisions where getting the details wrong has real consequences.

Arc & Ledger's practice is led by an Enrolled Agent (EA), enrolled to practice before the IRS by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. That enrollment covers representation in audits, appeals, and collections, not just return preparation. If the IRS contacts you, you work directly with the Enrolled Agent who signs your return.

Arc & Ledger is also a BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating, accredited since March 2026. You can verify our accreditation and read our BBB profile directly.

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How We Work

What to Expect

No surprises. Clear scope, clear pricing, clear communication.

We start with a review

Before any work begins, we review your situation and define the scope. You get a written proposal with clear pricing. No guesswork.

Each service is its own engagement

Tax preparation, bookkeeping, and advisory are separate. You pay for what you need, and you know the price before we start.

Work starts after agreement

Once you accept the scope and pay the engagement fee, we get started. Your position in the queue is confirmed and you get access to the client portal.

Everything is documented

All communication happens through the client portal. Your files, your returns, your correspondence – organized and archived.

Who We Work With

The Clients We Serve Best

We're not the right fit for everyone. Here's who we work best with.

International Clients & Investors

Arrived recently and need an ITIN or help understanding what the US requires of you

Hold an E-2 investor visa and need financial documentation for USCIS

Have accounts or income abroad and need to report them correctly

Want to claim treaty benefits under a US tax treaty

Have years of unfiled returns and need to get compliant without panic

Small Business Owners

Own an LLC or S-Corp and need accurate business tax preparation

Want to set up bookkeeping or make an S-Corp election correctly

Got an IRS notice and need someone to respond on your behalf

Are tired of doing your own books and want it done right

Value accuracy and a clear process over whoever is cheapest

Why It Matters

What We Believe About Tax Work

You deserve a clear answer, not a vague estimate

Before we start, you know what the scope is and what it costs. No surprises at the end. No scope creep without a conversation.

Accuracy matters more than speed

Rushed returns create problems. We take the time to get it right – that means we need your documents before the last week of April.

The IRS is not a reason to panic

Most IRS notices are straightforward. If you get one, tell us. We can read it, respond to it, and represent you if it escalates.

International clients deserve better than generic advice

Tax advisors who don't understand international treaties, FBAR rules, or E-2 visa requirements will get things wrong. We specialize in exactly this.

Your Data

Your Records Stay Yours

Tax work creates a paper trail you may need years from now. Here is what happens to it.

Standard files, not a proprietary format

Returns, financial statements, and the workpapers behind them are delivered as ordinary PDF and spreadsheet files. What we prepare for you opens without our software and without a subscription to anything.

Your records travel with you

If you decide to work with another firm, ask us and we send your documents and filed returns to you or to whoever you name. Keeping your own records is not conditional on staying a client.

Deleted on a schedule, not held indefinitely

Documents you upload are encrypted at rest and removed from our systems 90 days after an engagement closes. The same commitment is written into every engagement letter.

Never sold, never used to train AI systems

Your information is used to deliver your engagement and to meet legal and professional obligations. It is not sold, and it is not used to train AI systems.

Bookkeeping platforms and software subscriptions come and go. The records behind your filings should not depend on any of them. Full detail is in our privacy policy.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

4.6 rating across 19 Google Reviews

Arc & Ledger provided exceptional service, making my tax preparation seamless and stress-free.

Christian S.Google Review

The service I received from this company exceeded my expectations. Their professionalism and sincere approach are truly commendable.

Furkan K.Google Review

This is the third consecutive year I've filed taxes with Burak, and it has always been an amazing experience and relief.

Francesco F.Google Review

Burak is extremely professional and kind. Best tax professional I've ever met.

Sam G.Google Review

The best in the business. Hiring an expert accountant who owns their own business makes all the difference.

Seth O.Google Review

I have been working with Burak on my tax returns since 2021 and I couldn't ask for a better experience.

ChrisGoogle Review

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