Universal ManagementAccounting · Atlanta, GA
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About

A firm built on trust — for twenty-plus years.

Since 2003, UMA has been Atlanta's partner for tax, accounting, and business formation — serving 700+ clients nationwide with the same personal attention we started with.

Are you on the lookout for an accounting firm in Atlanta, GA that you can trust and rely on? Our team handles taxes, permits, and paperwork so you can focus on growing your business — with fast, friendly service at fair, clearly-explained prices.

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Our values

What guides our work.

The ideas that haven't changed in twenty-two years.

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[Trust & Integrity]

Every return, every filing, every consultation handled with the rigor clients deserve.

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[Personal Attention]

Not a call center. Real accountants who know your business by name after 22+ years in Atlanta.

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[Comprehensive Expertise]

From personal tax returns to business formation to IRS representation — 12 services under one roof.

Milestones

Twenty-plus years of building trust.

  1. 2003

    UMA founded in Atlanta, GA.

  2. [2008]

    [Expanded to serve small business clients beyond individual tax prep.]

  3. [2015]

    [Grew to 3+ staff accountants, serving 300+ clients annually.]

  4. [2025]

    [Reached 700+ clients across multiple states.]

Inside UMA

Where the work happens.

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Our team

Dedicated professionals, ready to help.

A tight-knit Atlanta team of accountants, tax pros, and notaries — led by owner Laura Arana.

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Laura Arana

Owner · Senior Accountant

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[Tax Specialist]

Income & business returns

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[Audit Lead]

W.C. & G.L. audits

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[Bookkeeping Manager]

Monthly close & reporting

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[Formation Advisor]

LLC / INC & licenses

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[Notary & Translations]

Notary & translation

Want to see how we can help? Let's talk.

Every new client starts with a free conversation. No obligation — just honest advice.

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