Business Tax Preparation
F.I.C. prepares business tax returns while helping companies organize financial information, identify eligible deductions, and maintain compliance as their operations evolve.
F.I.C. helps Minneapolis small business owners make clearer financial decisions with practical consulting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax, and advisory support. Our multidisciplinary team brings over 35 years of experience to businesses navigating growth, compliance, cash flow, and complex financial questions. With a regional office in St. Paul, we understand the needs of Minnesota businesses while providing broad U.S. financial expertise.

Practical accounting, tax, payroll, compliance, and advisory support for small businesses managing everyday decisions and long-term growth.
F.I.C. prepares business tax returns while helping companies organize financial information, identify eligible deductions, and maintain compliance as their operations evolve.
Accurate bookkeeping helps business owners understand transactions, organize records, and access clearer financial information for planning, reporting, and daily decision-making.
Payroll support helps businesses manage employee pay, deductions, tax filings, and related forms with an organized approach designed to reduce administrative complexity.
F.I.C. helps businesses calculate and file sales tax while supporting compliance with applicable state and local requirements affecting their operations.
When an IRS audit or notice creates uncertainty, F.I.C. helps individuals and businesses organize documents, respond to requests, and navigate the process with professional guidance.
Audit assistance includes reviewing payroll records, classifications, and insurance documentation so businesses can prepare accurate information for workers’ compensation reporting.
Small businesses often need more than a single accounting task. F.I.C. combines bookkeeping, payroll, tax, compliance, and advisory capabilities to give owners a clearer view of their financial position and practical support for next steps. For Minneapolis-area businesses, our St. Paul regional office connects local accessibility with the experience of a firm serving clients across the United States.

F.I.C. brings integrated financial expertise and personalized guidance to small business owners.
Over 35 years of accounting, tax, insurance, and financial consulting experience supports informed business decisions.
Accounting, tax, payroll, insurance, retirement planning, and business consulting are available through one multidisciplinary firm.
Customized solutions address each business’s circumstances instead of relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Our St. Paul regional office supports Minneapolis-area businesses with access to broad U.S. financial expertise.
Experienced professionals help clients address financial questions with clarity and care.

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.
The cost of consulting depends on the type and complexity of support your business needs. F.I.C. offers several related services with catalog pricing, including business tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and audit assistance. An initial conversation can help clarify the scope, records involved, and appropriate service before work begins. Pricing for consulting itself is available based on the engagement.
Talk with F.I.C. about practical guidance for your business finances.
F.I.C. supports Minneapolis/St. Paul businesses and clients across its listed national and international service areas.
St. Paul, MN
Regional Office
All States
U.S. Coverage
Ireland and Egypt
International Reach
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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.