Hi friends,

After spending what feels like a lifetime (and several thousand cups of coffee) in public accounting, I’ve come to realize something: small businesses aren’t just numbers on a spreadsheet — they’re people, stories, late nights, big risks, and a whole lot of heart.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to conduct audits, reviews, and compliance work across just about every industry you can imagine — entertainment, real estate, financial services, government, pension plans, not-for-profits… you name it, I’ve probably reconciled it.

But somewhere along the way, I found my niche.

It wasn’t in the binders.
It wasn’t in the checklists.
It definitely wasn’t in the 200-page audit reports.

It was in sitting across the table from business owners and really understanding what makes their business tick — the heart, the soul, the “why.”

I’ve always believed accounting should feel less like a chore and more like a strategy session. Less “here’s what you owe” and more “here’s how we build wealth.”

After countless hours, long tax seasons, growing with clients, and more spreadsheets than any human should legally open in one lifetime, I finally decided to do the scary/exciting thing…

I opened my own firm.

Some might call it a boutique firm.
Some might call it specialized.
If I’m honest? It’s my little vanity project — built exactly how I think an accounting firm should feel: personal, strategic, proactive, and maybe just a tiny bit fun.

Because taxes are serious… but working with your accountant shouldn’t feel like going to the dentist.

Our approach is simple:
We learn your business inside and out.
We plan ahead.
We talk strategy year-round.
And we look for every legal opportunity to keep more money in your pocket.

In fact, my favorite thing to tell clients is:

“Don’t ask me if it’s deductible — ask me how to make it deductible.”

There’s almost always a smarter way. That’s our job — to find it.

Thank you for trusting us with your businesses, your dreams, and your late-night “quick question” emails. It truly means the world to me.

We’re here to guide you, advocate for you, and occasionally make you laugh during tax season.

Warmly,
Abby Garcia
Owner & Founder

Maria Elias is a dedicated accounting professional with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. She brings more than 15 years of specialized expertise in payroll processing and accounting services, along with 5 years of focused experience in income tax preparation for individuals and businesses.

Throughout her career, Maria has built a strong reputation for accuracy, compliance, and dependable client support. Her extensive industry background allows her to confidently guide clients through financial reporting, payroll management, and tax preparation with clarity, precision, and integrity.

As a proud Partner of GEH & Partners, Maria is excited to embark on this new business ownership journey. She is passionate about the work she does and truly thrives in serving her clients. For Maria, accounting isn’t just about numbers, it’s about helping people feel confident, organized, and financially empowered.

Maria is bilingual (English & Spanish), allowing her to serve and support a diverse community with personalized care and clear communication.

Outside of the office, Maria is a proud wife and mother of three boys who keep her grounded, busy, and highly skilled at multitasking. She believes coffee is a business expense during tax season and that balancing books is almost as satisfying as balancing family life. She may love numbers, but she loves helping people even more and yes, she probably already noticed the math mistake before you did.

She genuinely looks forward to reconnecting with familiar clients and welcoming new ones as she continues growing alongside GEH & Partners in this exciting new chapter because nothing makes her happier than turning financial stress into financial confidence.