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Meet Your Tax Advisor

Built on trust, experience, and a genuine commitment to your financial future.

CPA in Chesterfield, MO & Houston, MO offering IRS tax preparation, planning, resolution, and IRS help for garnishments, liens, and levies

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

20+ Years Tax & Audit Experience

Member, American Institute of Public Accountants (AICPA)

Principal & Founder

A Different Kind of Tax Advisor
Erica Kessler, CPA

Kessler Tax Advisory Group was founded on a simple but powerful belief: that every client deserves personalized, strategic tax guidance — not just a return prepared on deadline. Erica believes the most effective tax advice comes from understanding each client’s unique goals and challenges. She takes a relationship-driven approach, providing personalized guidance rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.

Erica Kessler is a CPA licensed in Missouri and founder of Kessler Tax Advisory Group, a tax and advisory firm serving individuals and businesses throughout Chesterfield, St. Louis, and South Central Missouri. She received her Master’s of Accountancy degree from Missouri State University. She has over 20 years of tax and audit experience. Erica began her career in the audit field and transitioned over to tax advisory, tax preparation, and tax resolution over 17 years ago.

When she’s not helping clients navigate tax matters, Erica enjoys kayaking, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. One of her favorite accomplishments was completing the Mammoth March in Eastern Tennessee, a 20-mile endurance hike that tested both physical and mental resilience.


“My goal is simple: help you keep more of what you’ve earned — and build a strategy for what’s ahead.”

Our Philosophy

Core Values

01

Proactive Partnership

We don’t wait for tax season. Our advisors reach out year-round with ideas, updates, and opportunities tailored to your situation.

02

Transparent Communication

You’ll always understand what we’re doing and why. We translate complex tax law into clear, actionable guidance.

03

Unwavering Integrity

We recommend only what is legally sound and strategically sound. Our reputation is built on unwavering trust.

Trusted Tax Planning, Tax Preparation, & Tax Resolution Services in Chesterfield, Missouri and the Greater St. Louis region.

At Kessler Tax Advisory Group, we help individuals, families, and business owners throughout Chesterfield, Missouri, and the greater St. Louis area navigate complex tax matters with discretion and confidence. With over 20 years of experience, we provide personalized tax solutions focused on reducing tax liabilities, maintaining compliance, and helping clients make smarter financial decisions year-round.

Unlike firms that focus solely on tax return preparation, we take a proactive approach by combining tax planning, tax advisory services, tax preparation, and tax resolution into a comprehensive strategy designed around each client’s unique goals.

Whether you need a trusted CPA in Chesterfield, MO, strategic tax planning for your business, or representation before the IRS, Kessler Tax Advisory Group is committed to providing experienced guidance and exceptional service. We can help you ease the stress and burden of looming tax bills so you can concentrate on growing your business or spending more worry free time with your family.

Serving Chesterfield, St. Louis & South Central Missouri
With office in Chesterfield, Missouri, and Houston, Missouri, we proudly serve clients throughout:

  • Chesterfield
  • Wildwood
  • Ballwin
  • Ellisville
  • Town and Country
  • Clarkson Valley
  • Creve Coeur
  • Des Peres
  • St. Louis County
  • South Central Missouri, including Houston, Cabool, Summersville, Raymondville, Bucyrus, Licking
  • We also work with clients virtually throughout Missouri and across the United States

Chesterfield MO Tax Services
Accounting & Tax Preparation Services
Accurate books and records for accurate tax preparation are the foundation of a strong tax strategy. We provide accounting and tax preparation services for:

  • Individuals & Families
  • Small Businesses
  • S Corporations
  • Partnerships
  • LLC’s
  • Trusts & Estates

Our goal is to ensure every return is prepared accurately while identifying opportunities to legally minimize taxes and maximize available deductions.

Strategic Tax Planning

Many taxpayers pay more than necessary because they only focus on taxes once a year. Our proactive tax planning services in Chesterfield help clients identify opportunities before year-end and implement strategies that can create meaningful tax savings. Tax planning services include:

  • Business Tax Planning
  • Entity Structure Analysis
  • Retirement Tax Strategies
  • Income Tax Reduction Planning
  • Estimated Tax Planning
  • Small Business Growth Strategies

By looking ahead rather than backward, we help clients make decisions that support both their current and long-term financial goals.

Our goal is to ensure every return is prepared accurately while identifying opportunities to legally minimize taxes and maximize available deductions.

IRS Tax Representation

Tax problems can be stressful and overwhelming. If you need IRS help, we provide professional tax resolution services in Chesterfield and St. Louis for individuals and businesses facing IRS or state tax issues. Our tax resolution services include:

  • IRS Notice Assistance
  • IRS Audit Representation
  • Penalty Abatement Requests
  • Payment Plan Negotiations
  • Back Tax Return Preparation
  • State Tax Resolution
  • Small Business Growth Strategies

We work directly with taxing authorities on your behalf to help resolve issues efficiently and professionally. If you need help with a letter or notice from the IRS or Department of Revenue, In addition, we adhere to the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion when dealing with this sensitive topic. We can even help if you have liens, levies or wage garnishments already in place. We may even be able to stop the wage garnishments from the IRS or State Department of Revenue.

Small Business Specialists

Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and they are a primary focus of our practice. For more than 20 years, we have helped service-based businesses improve profitability through better tax planning, compliance, and financial decision-making. We understand the challenges faced by business owners and provide practical guidance that extends beyond tax filing deadlines. We frequently work with:

  • Professional Service Firms
  • Consultants
  • Contractors
  • Healthcare Providers
  • Real Estate Professionals
  • Truck Drivers and Transportation Industry
  • Pet Breeders, including dog and cat breeders
  • Other Service Business where potential Hobby Loss could be an issue

A Relationship Driven Approach

At Kessler Tax Advisory Group, we believe the best results come from strong client relationships. We take time to understand your business, your goals, and your challenges so we can provide advice that is relevant and actionable. Clients choose our firm because they value:

  • Personalized service
  • Direct access to a CPA in Chesterfield, MO
  • Confidential and discreet handling of sensitive financial information
  • Responsive communication
  • Long-term strategic guidance

We are committed to earning your trust and becoming a valuable resource for years to come.
Work With a Chesterfield, MO Tax Advisor Who Looks Beyond the Tax Return
Whether you need tax preparation, proactive tax planning, or assistance resolving an IRS issue, Kessler Tax Advisory Group provides the expertise and personalized attention you deserve.

Contact Kessler Tax Advisory Group today to learn how strategic tax planning and experienced tax guidance can help you keep more of what you earn and achieve greater financial confidence.
Chesterfield Office: 636-736-0040
Houston Office: 417-967-1040

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Serving Clients Across Missouri

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