About US

At Emerald Tax & Accounting Inc., we believe every small business deserves expert financial guidance, no matter its size. Founded by Tanya Akimenko, an experienced tax accountant with nearly 20 years of hands-on accounting and tax expertise, ETA was created to give small business owners—especially those earning under $200,000 in annual revenue—access to the same high-quality bookkeeping, tax preparation, and tax planning services trusted by larger companies.

Tanya’s passion for small business finance began long before ETA. As the founder of Golden Apple Agency Inc. (GAAI), she has successfully helped established companies earning $200K–$1M+ per year stay compliant, maximize deductions, and scale profitably. Seeing firsthand how many smaller entrepreneurs struggled to find affordable, personalized accounting services, Tanya launched Emerald Tax & Accounting to close that gap—offering accurate bookkeeping, proactive tax planning, and stress-free tax filing tailored to growing service-based businesses.

Chase Lawrence, Tanya’s fiancé and co-owner, brings a grounded, local perspective to ETA. Before becoming a full-time firefighter with Glynn County, Chase built his own career as a licensed contractor in Brunswick, Georgia, giving him a deep understanding of what small business owners face day to day—managing projects, juggling budgets, and staying tax-compliant. His contractor background and commitment to service make him the perfect partner in supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening our Brunswick community.

Together, Tanya and Chase combine decades of accounting experience, tax strategy, and real-world small business insight to help you:

• Stay audit-ready with precise bookkeeping and clean financial statements

• Save money through expert tax deductions and year-round tax planning

• Gain clarity and confidence to grow your business the smart way

Whether you’re a solo service provider, a home-based business, or a growing local company, Emerald Tax & Accounting is here to handle the numbers—so you can focus on what you do best. And for businesses that have already crossed the $200K threshold, Tanya continues to provide advanced tax and accounting solutions through Golden Apple Agency Inc.

Let’s make your finances simple, stress-free, and built for success.

Partner with Emerald Tax & Accounting today and experience accounting that’s as dedicated to your growth as you are.