Individual Taxes
Accurate preparation and filing for individuals, with attention to eligible deductions, credits, income sources, and compliance requirements based on each taxpayer’s situation.
F.I.C. provides accounting, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, audit support, and financial consulting designed to bring clarity to complex money matters. With over 35 years of experience, our team helps individuals, families, and businesses stay compliant, organized, and prepared for smarter decisions. From everyday filings to multi-state and international financial challenges, we deliver practical guidance tailored to your goals.

Comprehensive accounting, tax, payroll, audit, and advisory services for individuals and businesses.
Accurate preparation and filing for individuals, with attention to eligible deductions, credits, income sources, and compliance requirements based on each taxpayer’s situation.
Business tax preparation for companies of varying size and complexity, helping owners maintain compliance, organize year-end records, and identify eligible deductions.
Monthly bookkeeping support that records, categorizes, and organizes business transactions so owners have reliable financial records for planning, taxes, and reporting.
Payroll processing support for employee paychecks, deductions, payroll tax filings, W-2s, 1099s, 940s, and 941s, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
Professional support for IRS notices and audits, including document organization, response guidance, and help navigating communications and required submissions.
Sales tax calculation and filing assistance for businesses operating across state and local jurisdictions, helping keep required forms accurate and on schedule.
Strong financial decisions start with accurate records, compliant filings, and guidance from experienced professionals. F.I.C. brings tax, accounting, payroll, audit support, and advisory services together so clients can reduce confusion and act with confidence. Whether you need year-round bookkeeping, help resolving an IRS notice, or strategic planning for growth, our solutions are built around your financial reality.

F.I.C. combines experience, broad expertise, and personalized service for clearer financial outcomes.
Over 35 years guiding individuals and businesses through accounting, tax, and financial decisions.
Accounting, tax, insurance, retirement planning, and advisory support coordinated under one roof.
Chicago-based expertise supported by offices in St. Paul, Ireland, and Egypt.
Customized financial strategies built around each client’s records, goals, risks, and compliance needs.
Experienced specialists helping clients make informed financial decisions.

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.
A finance accountant helps individuals and businesses organize financial records, prepare reports, monitor cash flow, support tax compliance, and provide insight for better decisions. At F.I.C., this can include bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, business tax preparation, individual tax filing, audit assistance, and advisory services that help clients understand their financial position and plan ahead confidently.
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Decades of financial consulting experience.
Service across U.S. and international markets.
Pro bono support for financial hardship.
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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.