Accounting, Taxes, & Financial Services that you can trust

Account Services

As an enrolled agent for the IRS, Matthew can help manage your bookkeeping, payroll, financial statements & company analysis.

Tax Services

Matthew delivers for clients in the areas of income tax, accounting and IRS preparation, plus financial and insurance services.

Financial Services

You will receive an honest, knowledgeable, responsible and transparent approach from start to finish.

Proudly Serving the Chicagoland Area and all of IL

AJ Pope is a multi-generational, family-owned firm providing a range of accounting, financial, and tax services with a personal touch. Established in the 1970s by Joseph Pope in Chicago, the firm is now based in Elmhurst, Illinois.

Combining traditional values with modern practices, AJ Pope honors the founders commitment to honest and transparent client support. Client success is the top priority—whether the goal is to grow or maintain achievements, exceptional value is delivered at every step.

Industries We Serve

Small Businesses

Our accounting and tax services provide companies on the rise with vital operational expertise that creates an audit trail and supports fiscal responsibility.

Sole Proprietorships

Individual entrepreneurs and independent contractors typically are not experts when it comes to taxes—we deliver accounting and budgeting services that help them succeed.

Retail & Restaurants

We assist bars, restaurants and grocery stores with their accounting and tax needs, particularly when it comes to inventory, sales tax issues and avoiding audits.

Construction & Trades

Whether you’re a carpenter, electrician, homebuilder, painter or plumber, our monthly/quarterly accounting, payroll and other financial services keep your business running smoothly.

Professional Services

From attorneys and engineers to doctors and physical therapists, we advise our clients how to proceed as they grow and support them throughout their journeys.

Manufacturing

We work with several manufacturing clients to provide monthly/quarterly accounting, payroll, tax planning and other financial support as needed.

Services Tailored to Your Needs

We recognize that every client has unique financial needs. That’s why we offer a diverse range of services tailored specifically to you. From tax preparation and accounting to personalized financial planning, our expert team is dedicated to helping you navigate your financial journey with confidence. Whether you're an individual or a business, we’re here to deliver solutions that support your goals and drive your success.

  • Audit

    • Workers Compensation

    • General Liability

    Bookkeeping

    • Bank Reconciliation

    • Income Statement

    • Balance Sheet

    • Cash Flow Statement

    • A/R & A/P Reports

    • Transaction Report Analysis

    Financial 

    • Company Budget Reports

    • Company Financial Statement Analysis

    • Company Valuation Analysis

    • Company Payroll Planning

  • Income Tax Return Preparation & E-Filing 

    • Personal: (Form 1040, etc.) 

    • Corporate: (Form 1120, 1120S, 1065)

    • Estate: (Form 1041, 706, 709)

    Other Tax Return Preparation & E-Filing

    • Corporate

    • Sales Tax (Form ST-1, etc.)

    • Payroll Tax (Form 940, 941, W2, W3, etc)

    Individual & Corporate Tax Planning

    • Innovative Ways to Reduce Income Taxes

    • Planning to Minimize Expenses and Federal Estate Taxes

    • Strategic Use of Life Insurance in Estate Planning

    • Charitable Giving Strategies

    • Tax-Free and Tax Advantaged Investing

    IRS Representation

    Family Business Succession Plans

  • Retirement Planning

    • Traditional IRAs and ROTH IRAs

    • Account Rollovers

    • Tax Planning around distributions

    • Investment Strategies for Retirement

    Investment Planning

    • Mutual Funds

    • Fixed and Variable Annuities

    • Individual Stocks and Bonds

    Tax Planning

    • Tax-Free and Tax Advantaged Investment Planning

    • Tax Loss Harvesting

    • Other ways to reduce Income Taxes

    Estate Planning

    • Minimization of Federal and State Estate Taxes

    • Strategic Planning utilizing  Life Insurance and Charitable Giving

    • Succession Planning

    Business Financial Services

    • Setup of Company Retirement Accounts to help shelter taxes. Accounts including:

      • Simple IRA, SEP, 401k, Profit Sharing, Solo 401K, etc.

What Our Clients Say About Us

“We went to Anthony Joseph Pope for tax planning to help my small business during one of our worst years. After AJPope finished with the IRS, we ended up receiving a refund of over $60,000.”

“I’ve been a client of Anthony Joseph Pope for over 15 years and received excellent accounting, tax, and retirement planning services. Give AJPope a call—you won’t regret it.”