Empowering Financial Success with Expertise, Integrity - and a Love for the Ride

Located in Urbandale, Iowa, just off Hickman Road, Ann M. Hartz, CPA & Associates is a full-service accounting firm with over three decades of experience serving individuals, families, and small businesses across Central Iowa.

Founded in 2004 by Ann Hartz, a licensed CPA and Certified Tax Resolution Specialist (CTRS), the firm has grown from a one-person, in-home operation into one of the region’s most trusted and awarded accounting offices. In fact, they've been voted Best Local Place for Tax Preparation by CityView readers two years in a row.

But what sets this firm apart isn’t just its professional reputation - it’s the personal commitment to helping clients succeed, from start-up entrepreneurs to well-established businesses.

Core Services

Ann and her team specialize in:

• Tax Preparation for individuals, businesses, and trusts

• Tax Problem Resolution for IRS or state tax issues

• Payroll Services

• Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Quarterly 941 Filings, W2/W3 Processing, Wage Analysis, and more

While the firm is widely known for tax preparation, they are actively growing their payroll and accounting services to better serve Iowa’s expanding small business community.

Who They Serve

With a primary focus on small businesses with 50 employees or fewer, Ann’s team works with clients across many sectors, including:

• Restaurants and food service

• Retail businesses

• Real estate professionals

• Chiropractic clinics

• Attorneys and legal offices

Their approach is hands-on, responsive, and rooted in the belief that small businesses deserve big-league financial guidance.

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Cyclist-Owned & Community-Focused

Ann is more than just a numbers expert - she’s also an avid cyclist and a seasoned RAGBRAI rider. Her passion for biking mirrors her dedication to helping clients navigate their financial journeys: with confidence, clarity, and forward motion.

While the office isn’t located directly on a trail, Ann’s heart is firmly on two wheels - and her support of BIKEIOWA shows her commitment to Iowa’s cycling community.

Community Involvement

Ann M. Hartz, CPA & Associates believes in giving back. They proudly support a variety of community events including:

• Urbandale 4th of July Celebration

• Capital City Pride’s PrideFest

• Beaverdale Fall Festival

• And their annual Shred Event each September, featuring document disposal, community gathering, and complimentary eats from local food trucks.