What services does DWK Tax & Accounting offer?

DWK Tax & Accounting offers tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping, accounting, business advisory, and outsourced CFO services for individuals and small businesses in Wheaton, IL and DuPage County.

Where is DWK Tax & Accounting located?

DWK Tax & Accounting is based in Wheaton, Illinois, serving clients throughout DuPage County including Naperville, Glen Ellyn, Lisle, Downers Grove, and the greater Chicago suburbs.

Do you work with small businesses?

Yes. DWK Tax & Accounting specializes in serving small business owners, entrepreneurs, and growing companies who need more than basic tax compliance, including strategic advisory and fractional CFO support.

How do I schedule a consultation?

You can schedule a consultation by visiting https://dwkcpa.com/contact, calling (708) 369-0044, or emailing david@dwktaxaccounting.com.

Why do restaurants need a specialized CPA?

Restaurants have accounting challenges that generic bookkeepers miss: food cost percentages that must be tracked against industry benchmarks, tip reporting and tip credit compliance, POS system integration with accounting software, liquor tax filings, and inventory management for perishable goods. A CPA who understands restaurant accounting ensures your books reflect true food costs and your tax return captures every restaurant-specific deduction.

How do you handle tip reporting and payroll for restaurants?

We set up tip reporting systems that comply with IRS requirements, Form 8027 for large food establishments, tip allocation, FICA tip credit (Form 8846), and tip income reporting for employees. Our payroll services handle tipped employee minimum wage calculations, tip credits, and ensure all payroll tax filings are accurate for your front-of-house and back-of-house staff.

Can you integrate my POS system with QuickBooks?

Yes. We work with major POS systems, Toast, Square, Clover, TouchBistro, and others, and configure the daily or weekly summary imports into QuickBooks. Proper POS integration means your revenue, sales tax, tips, and payment processing fees flow into your books automatically, eliminating manual data entry and reducing errors.

What is food cost percentage and why does it matter?

Food cost percentage is the ratio of your ingredient costs to your menu revenue, typically 28-32% for a healthy restaurant. Tracking it by menu category (not just overall) reveals which items are profitable and which are draining margin. We set up inventory tracking and cost-of-goods-sold reporting so you can price your menu from real data, not estimates.

Do you handle sales tax and liquor tax for restaurants?

Yes. Illinois restaurant sales tax includes state, county, and municipal portions, plus additional taxes on food and beverage in some jurisdictions. Liquor tax is separate and varies by municipality. We manage all sales tax and liquor tax registrations, filings, and compliance so your restaurant stays in good standing.

Restaurants

Restaurant CPA & Accounting in Wheaton, IL

Restaurants operate on thin margins where every percentage point of food cost matters. DWK Tax & Accounting provides restaurant-specific CPA services to restaurants across Wheaton and DuPage County, food cost tracking, tip reporting, POS integration, payroll for tipped employees, and sales and liquor tax compliance. David Korzeniowski, CPA understands the financial dynamics of the restaurant industry and provides the accounting infrastructure that helps restaurants track true costs and maximize profitability.

What We Handle for Restaurants

Food cost percentage tracking by menu category

Tip reporting and FICA tip credit (Form 8846)

POS system integration with QuickBooks

Tipped employee payroll and minimum wage compliance

Sales tax and liquor tax filing

Inventory and cost-of-goods-sold accounting

Restaurant-specific tax deductions and strategies

Multi-location revenue consolidation

Business and personal tax preparation

Cash flow planning for seasonal fluctuations

Restaurant Accounting Expertise

A restaurant's financial health depends on tracking food costs, labor costs, and prime costs as percentages of revenue, not just dollar amounts. Without this visibility, you may be profitable on paper but losing money on individual menu items.

David Korzeniowski, CPA sets up accounting systems that track these metrics, integrates your POS with QuickBooks, and prepares your taxes with every restaurant-specific deduction captured, from the FICA tip credit to small beverage equipment depreciation.

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Why Choose DWK

A CPA Partner Who Invests in Your Success

Business owners choose DWK Tax & Accounting because they get direct access to a licensed CPA who understands their industry, their goals, and their numbers, not a revolving door of staff.

Licensed Illinois CPA

David Korzeniowski is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Illinois, not a seasonal tax preparer or a software dashboard. Every return is prepared and reviewed by a CPA who is accountable for accuracy and compliance.

Small Business Experience

8+ years working with contractors, restaurants, medical practices, law firms, e-commerce, real estate investors, and consultants across DuPage County. Industry-specific knowledge means better deductions and fewer surprises.

Year-Round Support

Tax strategy doesn't stop in April. David is available throughout the year for questions, planning conversations, and proactive adjustments, not just at filing season.

Proactive Tax Strategy

We plan ahead. Entity structure, timing, retirement contributions, and quarterly estimates are reviewed continuously so you keep more of what you earn, legally and strategically.

Personalized Planning

Every business is different. Recommendations are built around your specific circumstances, goals, and growth plans, never a generic template or a one-size-fits-all checklist.

Local & Accessible

Based in Wheaton, serving DuPage County and the western suburbs. You can call, email, or meet in person. No call centers, no overseas outsourcing, no account handoffs.

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Take Control of Your Financial Future

Whether you need strategic tax planning, business advisory, or CFO-level financial leadership, DWK Tax & Accounting is ready to serve as a dedicated financial partner for your business.