About the Firm
At Lisbet Hardison CPA PLLC, we believe every Main Street business deserves the same strategic financial insight once reserved for Fortune 500 companies.
We combine decades of accounting, tax, and operational expertise to help business owners move from reactive to proactive — with clean books, organized payroll, and tax strategies designed to reduce stress and build lasting wealth.
Based in McAllen, Texas, with plans to expand into Houston, our mission is simple: Deliver accuracy, reliability, and strategy — with integrity and care.
Our Core Services
Accounting Powered by QuickBooks
Stay on top of your numbers without lifting a finger.
Our bookkeeping and QuickBooks services ensure your financial records are precise, organized, and insightful. You’ll always know exactly where your business stands — month after month.
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Setup & clean-up of QuickBooks
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Monthly reconciliation & reports
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Financial insights to guide decisions
Taxation Advisory & Preparation
Smart tax strategy isn’t just about compliance — it’s about planning ahead.
Our Main Street Certified Tax Advisors provide tailored tax planning and preparation designed to minimize liabilities, protect assets, and help your business grow sustainably.
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Tax planning & quarterly reviews
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Accurate federal & state filings
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IRS support & audit readiness
Payroll Management
Let us take the stress out of payroll.
We handle everything from pay runs to filings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and peace of mind for both you and your employees.
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Payroll setup, processing, & reports
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Tip tracking & compliance (for restaurants)
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Quarterly & annual filings (W-2s, 1099s)
Training & Education
Stay up-to-date or get customized training on QuickBooks or general bookkeeping processes and procedures.
We will provide tailored training to prepare you and your staff to process and pay bills, create invoices, track time, and run reports.
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Customized training materials
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Live instructional training
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Recorded training videos
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Q&A
Industries We Serve
We specialize in helping real-world business owners — not faceless corporations. Our expertise spans industries where accuracy, cash flow, and compliance matter most:
Small Business Owners
Small business owners often struggle with messy books, missed deductions, and time-consuming payroll tasks. They don’t know if their numbers are accurate, compliant, or working in their favor. We help solve this by providing clarity, compliance, and strategy so they can focus on running their business instead of worrying about IRS letters or payroll mistakes.
Real Estate & Healthcare
Real estate investors and healthcare professionals face industry-specific tax laws, cash flow challenges, and compliance requirements. Without expert guidance, they risk losing money to poor structuring, audits, or overlooked deductions. We want to help them protect income, optimize taxes, and set up systems that keep their businesses financially healthy.
Franchise Owners & Restaurants
Franchise owners and restaurant operators deal with slim margins, complex payroll, tip reporting, and constant compliance rules. They often don’t have the time or expertise to manage the financial side effectively. We help to solve this by giving them streamlined bookkeeping, accurate payroll, and tax strategies tailored to their unique industry challenges — so they can focus on serving customers and growing profitably.
Meet the Team
Lisbet Hardison, CPA
Lisbet brings over 35 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial systems transformation.
A graduate of Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business, Lisbet began her career with Grant Thornton before moving into corporate finance with American Airlines, and later consulting for global firms like Computer Sciences Corporation and PricewaterhouseCoopers. In addition to being a CPA, she is also a Main Street Certified Tax Advisor, which adds another layer of expertise to the work she delivers.
Fred Martinez, Main Street Certified Tax Advisor
With more than 25 years in restaurant accounting and hands-on experience in retail, manufacturing, and payroll, Fred knows small business operations inside and out.
As a QuickBooks Level 2 ProAdvisor and Main Street Certified Tax Advisor, he helps clients streamline their financial systems and stay compliant year-round.
Stats & Figures
35+ Years
Professional Accounting Experience
500+
Small Businesses Supported
99%
Client Retention Through Trust & Service
2
Certified Main Street Tax Advisors Partnered for Your Success
How It Works: Our Process
1. Discovery & Onboarding (Week 1–2)
We start with a discovery call to understand your business, then onboard you through our TaxDome Client Portal — complete with mobile app access.
3. Monthly & Quarterly Support (Ongoing)
You’ll receive monthly reports, payroll updates, and tax estimates — all delivered securely through your portal.
2. Setup & Clean-Up (Week 2–4)
We organize your QuickBooks, align payroll, and review prior-year records to ensure everything is accurate and compliant.
4. Annual Tax Strategy & Filing
(Year-End)
We close your year strong with tax filing, strategic reviews, and a clear plan for the year ahead.
✅ TaxDome Client Portal Access ✅ Monthly P&L & Balance Sheets ✅ Payroll & Tax Filings
✅ Quarterly Tax Updates ✅ Year-End Financial Package
Deliverables Include:
Ready to Bring Clarity to Your Finances?
You don’t need to face financial uncertainty alone. Whether you’re an investor, an entrepreneur, or a growing small business, we’ll help you turn confusion into confidence and build a strategy that lasts.
📍 Address: 4900 N. 10th St, Suite C4, McAllen, Texas 78504
📞 Phone: 956-368-7855
📧 Email: lisbet@lisbethardisoncpa.com
