CHERYL TAYLOR

RDH | BSA | Owner of Cheryl’s Cloud Accounting

Cheryl Taylor is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor with a magna cum laude degree in Accounting, and is a retired Registered Dental Hygienist licensed in California and Washington. At the forefront of her cloud-based bookkeeping business, she offers specialized services in bookkeeping, QuickBooks Online consulting, payroll, and notarial work. Her expertise ensures accurate, well-organized financial records for streamlined tax preparation.

  • I worked as a registered dental hygienist in Washington and later in my home state of California. My scope of practice included periodontal, prosthodontic, and general dental practices. I founded a dental hygiene service business in the Sacramento, California area, servicing over fifty dentists, and I served with the Dental Board of California (formerly called COMDA) assisting with dental hygiene board exams for three years. These combined experiences have made me comfortable with communicating with clients as well as business owners. Eager to continue my service beyond dentistry, I pursued further education, earning a Bachelor of Science (BSA) in Accounting, and embarked on my latest entrepreneurial journey.

    My husband Ken Tune and I reside at Sun City Lincoln in northern California. He attended UC Berkeley as an undergraduate, graduating with honors. After serving in the Army, he attended Harvard Law School, where he also graduated with honors. Ken actively practiced law in Orange County, Sacramento, and Los Angeles before we moved to Lincoln, where he now practices law at a considerably less hectic pace. His current practice is primarily in the area of estate planning. After the passing of our beloved Bernese Mountain Dog, Trace, we decided to welcome Teddi, a female Havanese puppy, into our home.

  • about helping business owners to grow and thrive. My expertise extends beyond mere proficiency in numbers and processes; at the heart of my work lies a commitment to collaborating with clients, guiding and nurturing their aspirations. Being part of someone's journey towards achieving their dreams is not just a responsibility, but a privilege that I cherish. It's a fulfilling and humbling experience to contribute to the success of those who are dedicated to their vision. My ultimate goal is to be an integral part of their entrepreneurial journey, helping dreams flourish into reality.

  • My passion for dancing is evident from my pictures. I have been involved with Ballroom and West Coast Swing dancing since 1989.

    I am an animal lover, and I enjoy international travel to explore diverse cultures and cuisines, and I have been a PADI certified scuba diver since 1997.

    And when I have time, I love entertaining and cooking for my friends.

  • The Tax Gap Trap, an article that empowers small business owners to take control of their finances and their life.

    Internal Controls for Small to Medium Sized Businesses, a guide to fraud prevention for owners of small to medium sized businesses.

    Business Bookkeeping 101 an article that advises new business owners about the first steps toward success.

    Key Tax Changes for 2018, a practical and sometimes humorous look at the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

    The Benefits of Cloud Accounting, an evangelistic look at how working in the cloud can benefit businesses on multiple levels.

    Why W-9? Why employers need to obtain W-9 forms from their contract service providers.

    Quarterly Estimated Taxes 101, key information you need to know to prevent IRS penalties.

    Selling a rental home? What might be the surprising tax consequences?, the calculations to make before you consider a sale!

    Great news for California Military spouses!, 2/1/19 update on state residence election to save money.

    What part of California DMV fees are tax deductible? A guide to find what DMV fees may be tax deductible.

    Is THIS a second home on federal tax returns? A look at the complex tax deduction issues relating to second homes.

    Hey Cheryl, can I write that off? An explanation of the key formula for determining whether you can take a deduction.

    Do you have questions about whether to use the cash or accrual basis of accounting? Practical answers for managerial accounting.

    The Workers Compensation Audit. A tutorial to help you survive an audit.

    Independent contractor or employee? A closer look at the new Assembly Bill No. 5 signed by the California Governor 10/19.

    California Mandatory Sexual Harassment Training. This article is for employers with more than five employees.

    Keeping track of mileage. Quick tips for understanding business mileage deductions.

    Protecting your business from negligent hiring claims. How to work within California state hiring laws to avoid third party negligence lawsuits.

    Pay Social Security tax or defer it? Explaining the media's misnomer of Executive Orders, and informing employers and employees about how the new Memorandum on deferring Social Security tax may affect them.

    Understanding the new 1099-NEC Form. An explanation of the importance of filing on time with the new 1099-NEC form for the 2020 tax year and beyond. Reading this could save you money in penalties!

    Best practices for handling cash. A guide for churches, non-profit organizations, and businesses for the safekeeping of cash assets.

    Top reasons to outsource your accounting and payroll needs. An argument for outsourcing accounting and payroll needs.

    Which business entity should I choose? An overview of the choices to make when starting or operating a business.

    What tax forms are needed for foreign independent contractors? Includes practical tips for hiring ANY contractor.