Bookkeeping
Keep transactions, vendor bills, customer payments, and operating expenses organized with outsourced bookkeeping tailored to high-volume distribution activity and clearer financial reporting.
Distribution companies run on tight margins, fast inventory turns, and accurate vendor, sales tax, and payroll records. F.I.C. provides practical accounting support built for warehouses, wholesalers, logistics teams, and multi-state sellers, helping you keep books current, filings on time, and financial decisions backed by clear, reliable numbers as your operation grows across channels and territories.

Practical accounting, tax, payroll, and compliance services for distribution companies with complex operational needs.
Keep transactions, vendor bills, customer payments, and operating expenses organized with outsourced bookkeeping tailored to high-volume distribution activity and clearer financial reporting.
Stay current with state and local sales tax calculations, forms, and filing deadlines, especially when selling across multiple jurisdictions or expanding distribution channels.
Manage employee paychecks, deductions, payroll tax filings, and year-end W-2, 1099, 940, and 941 forms for warehouse, driver, administrative, and management teams.
Prepare accurate business tax returns while identifying eligible deductions, organizing supporting records, and maintaining compliance for growing distribution companies.
Respond to IRS notices, gather required documentation, and navigate audits with professional support from a team experienced in complex tax resolution matters.
Review payroll records, worker classifications, and insurance documentation to support accurate workers’ compensation audit reporting and reduce costly discrepancies.
Distribution accounting requires more than basic data entry. F.I.C. helps you connect bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, business returns, and advisory support so decision-makers can see the full financial picture. With over 35 years of experience, the team supports complex tax, interstate accounting, and operational challenges while giving distribution owners practical insight into margins, compliance, and growth.

F.I.C. combines deep accounting experience with practical business advisory support for distribution operations.
Over 35 years guiding businesses through accounting, tax, and complex financial challenges.
Bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, returns, insurance, and advisory support in one coordinated place.
Experienced with interstate government accounting, multi-state compliance, and international business considerations.
Customized guidance built around your company size, transaction volume, structure, and growth goals.
Experienced financial consultants supporting complex business accounting needs.

CEO
Al Beheary serves as CEO of Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), bringing entrepreneurial vision and deep expertise in international and inter-state government accounting to the firm. With a strong background in investment strategy, Al works closely with individuals and companies to organize their finances, align their investment portfolios, and achieve their long-term financial and retirement goals. His leadership has guided F.I.C. through over 35 years of growth, expanding the firm from its Chicago roots to a multi-office organization with an international presence in Ireland and Egypt. Al's commitment to empowering clients with knowledge and personalized financial solutions remains at the core of everything F.I.C. does.

COO
Siobhan Kieran serves as Chief Operating Officer of Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), bringing extensive experience working with both individuals and large multinational corporations. As a seasoned risk manager, Siobhan specializes in identifying potential financial setbacks and equipping clients with the foresight and long-term safeguards needed for personal and professional success. Her expertise spans strategic planning, operational oversight, and risk mitigation, making her an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex financial landscapes. Siobhan's client-centric approach and commitment to delivering proactive, comprehensive financial strategies reflect F.I.C.'s core values of transparency, integrity, and excellence.

Administration/New Business Specialist
Mary Kay serves as Administration and New Business Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), playing a key role in welcoming new clients and ensuring seamless onboarding experiences. With a detail-oriented and client-focused approach, Mary Kay helps individuals, families, and business owners navigate the first steps of their financial journey with F.I.C. Her organizational expertise and dedication to exceptional service contribute to the firm's reputation for personalized, responsive client care. As part of F.I.C.'s experienced administrative team, Mary Kay helps uphold the firm's commitment to clarity, transparency, and making every client feel supported from day one.

Administration/Retention Specialist
Thomas Sandhof serves as Administration and Retention Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), focusing on nurturing long-term client relationships and ensuring ongoing satisfaction with the firm's services. Thomas plays a vital role in maintaining the trust and loyalty of F.I.C.'s diverse client base, which spans individual taxpayers, small business owners, and large corporations. His dedication to client retention reflects F.I.C.'s core belief that lasting financial partnerships are built on consistent communication, reliability, and personalized attention. Thomas works to ensure that every client continues to receive the high-quality financial guidance and support they expect from F.I.C.

Administrative Assistant
Aine Breen serves as Administrative Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), providing essential support that keeps the firm's daily operations running smoothly and efficiently. Her organizational skills and commitment to excellent service ensure that clients, colleagues, and partners receive timely, professional assistance across all of F.I.C.'s service areas. Aine's contributions help maintain the high standards of accuracy and responsiveness that F.I.C. is known for across its Chicago headquarters and beyond. Her dedication to supporting both the team and the clients she interacts with reflects the firm's client-centric values and commitment to operational excellence.

Marketing
Matt McDowell serves as Marketing Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), responsible for communicating the firm's comprehensive range of financial services to clients across Chicago, the United States, and internationally. Matt plays a key role in building F.I.C.'s brand presence and helping individuals, families, and business owners understand how the firm's expertise can address their unique financial needs. His work supports F.I.C.'s mission to be a trusted, accessible financial partner for a diverse clientele. Through targeted marketing strategies, Matt helps connect those facing complex financial challenges with the expert guidance F.I.C. has provided for over 35 years.

Insurance Assistant
Sara Peterson serves as Insurance Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), supporting the firm's comprehensive insurance services for individuals, families, and businesses. Sara assists clients in navigating insurance options, policy details, and coverage solutions, ensuring they have the protection and clarity they need to make confident decisions. Her role is integral to F.I.C.'s one-stop financial services model, which combines accounting, tax, retirement planning, and insurance under one roof. Sara's attentive, client-focused approach helps ensure that every insurance client receives accurate information and responsive support, reflecting F.I.C.'s commitment to excellence and transparency.

Irish Logistics
Cara Kennedy serves as Irish Logistics Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), managing the firm's operational coordination from its international office in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. Cara plays a critical role in supporting F.I.C.'s international service delivery, helping bridge the firm's Chicago-based operations with its European clientele and partners. Her expertise in cross-border logistics ensures that clients in Ireland and beyond receive the same high standard of financial service that F.I.C. is known for across the United States. Cara's work reflects F.I.C.'s commitment to providing seamless, globally connected financial solutions for an increasingly international client base.
Distribution companies typically need accurate bookkeeping, sales tax compliance, payroll processing, business tax preparation, and advisory support tied to inventory, vendor payments, margins, and multi-state activity. F.I.C. helps organize financial records, maintain timely filings, and provide reporting that gives owners clearer visibility into cash flow, profitability, and compliance obligations.
Get clear answers from experienced accounting and tax professionals.
Decades of reliable accounting and financial consulting experience.
Support across U.S. and international financial needs.
Community-focused financial support for hardship situations.
Tell us about your distribution operation, accounting challenges, and compliance needs. Our team will review your request and help identify the right next step.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (773) 202-9393. You can also send us a quick email at TAX@FICMN.COM.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (773) 202-9393. You can also send us a quick email at TAX@FICMN.COM.