About Ochoa & Associates

An Accounting Firm Built For Small Business Owners

Our Story

At Ochoa & Associates, we believe that financial success starts with expert guidance and personalized support. Our mission is to help individuals and small businesses navigate the complexities of tax preparation, accounting, and financial planning with confidence and ease.

Our expertise extends to both personal finance and business accounting, ensuring that our clients receive well-rounded advice and solutions for their financial challenges. With our team of experienced and dedicated professionals, we are committed to providing exceptional service tailored to each client's unique needs.

Since our establishment in 2007, we have been serving clients across Chicagoland with a comprehensive range of services, including tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll management, and financial consulting.

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Our Services

At Ochoa & Associates, we're proud to offer great tax services for individuals and small businesses. Our expert team, easy-to-understand approach, and focus on saving you time and money make us stand out from other tax firms.

Whether you're an individual looking to maximize your tax savings or a small business owner seeking expert financial guidance, Ochoa & Associates is here to help you achieve your goals and secure a brighter financial future.

Our Ochoa & Associates Locations

Front outside view of Ochoa and Associates Aurora, IL office

Ochoa Taxes - Aurora

835 East Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL 60505

(630) 473-0325
infoaurora@ochoataxescpa.com

Serving Aurora, North Aurora, Montgomery, Sugar Grove, Naperville, Plainfield, Oswego, Yorkville, and the Fox Valley communities.

Aurora - Hours

Monday - 9 AM–6 PM

Tuesday - 9 AM–6 PM

Wednesday - 9 AM–6 PM

Thursday - 9 AM–6 PM

Friday - 9 AM–6 PM

Saturday - 8 AM–5 PM

Sunday - Closed

Front view of the Ochoa & Associates Melrose Park, IL office

Ochoa Taxes - Melrose Park

1515 W. Lake St.
Melrose Park, IL 60160

(708) 343-1400
info@ochoataxescpa.com

Serving Melrose Park, Berkeley, Northlake, River Grove, Elmwood Park, Franklin Park, Oak Park, Forest Park, Maywood, Bellwood, and the surrounding Cook County areas.

Melrose Park - Hours

Monday - 9 AM–6 PM

Tuesday - 9 AM–6 PM

Wednesday - 9 AM–6 PM

Thursday - 9 AM–6 PM

Friday - 9 AM–6 PM

Saturday - 8 AM–5 PM

Sunday - Closed

Our Difference

At our firm, your financial success is our top priority. We're not just tax professionals—we're trustworthy partners dedicated to guiding you through the complexities of financial matters. With a history steeped in loyalty and excellent service, we're proud of our reputation as experts in the industry.

Our experienced team, fluent in both English and Spanish, is committed to ensuring every client feels heard, understood, and confident in their financial choices.

Trust us to exceed your expectations and help you navigate your financial journey with confidence and ease. You're not just a client; you're part of our financial family.

Our Clients

About Our Founder

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Santos Ochoa

Founder of Ochoa & Associates Ltd.
CPA License # 120216

Santos Ochoa is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with dual degrees in Accounting and Information Business Systems from the University of Illinois at Chicago. With over 15 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies, Santos brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as a tax and accounting specialist for small businesses. His goal is to be recognized as the top CPA for small enterprises.

In 2007, Santos identified a need for a Spanish-speaking local CPA and founded Ochoa & Associates Ltd. The firm quickly grew under his leadership and is now one of the largest and fastest-growing Latino-owned CPA firms in Illinois. Santos' proactive approach to business, a departure from the typically conservative CPA demeanor, is part of what sets him apart.

Beyond his accounting work, Santos is a real estate broker in Florida, specializing in AIRBNB properties and property development. He was also a licensed loan officer and recently acquired his property & casualty insurance broker license. His diverse background allows him to provide valuable insights and resources to his small business clients.

Coming from humble beginnings, Santos now lives in Campton Hills, with his wife Ilsia and son Gavin. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and when not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, staying active, and playing golf and basketball.

We are small business tax experts, specializing in:

Taxes are complicated.
We make them easy.