Accounting Services in Gretna, LA
The West Bank has always had its own identity — and now it has an accounting firm that treats West Bank businesses with the same expertise as every other ASU client. No bridge required.
Bringing Quality Accounting to the West Bank
Gretna is the seat of Jefferson Parish government — and the commercial and civic center of a West Bank community that has long operated somewhat independently from its East Bank counterpart. The Westbank Expressway corridor supports a dense mix of retail, service, and food businesses. Industrial and maritime operations line the river. Government contractors, healthcare practices, and construction companies round out a business community that is substantial, diverse, and often underserved by accounting firms that concentrate their attention on the East Bank.
That underservice has real consequences for West Bank businesses. Without a qualified accountant who understands Louisiana's parish-by-parish tax structure, contractors miss multi-parish filing deadlines. Maritime businesses mishandle subcontractor 1099s. Growing retail shops get behind on sales tax and face penalties. These are preventable problems — and they're exactly what ASU is set up to solve.
ASU serves Gretna, Harvey, Marrero, and the entire West Bank through QuickBooks Online and remote service delivery. Most clients never need to cross the bridge — their bookkeeping, payroll, and tax filings are handled digitally and accurately, month after month. For clients who want in-person service, our Metairie office is a short drive via the Crescent City Connection. Either way, West Bank businesses get the same rigorous, responsive accounting that has made ASU a fixture in Jefferson Parish for over 25 years.
Accounting Services for West Bank Businesses
Every service ASU provides is fully available to Gretna and West Bank Jefferson Parish clients — handled remotely or in person at our Metairie office.
Bookkeeping
Monthly reconciliation and organized financials delivered in QuickBooks Online — no paper shuffling required.
Tax Preparation
Business and personal tax returns completed with Louisiana-specific expertise and year-round tax strategy.
Payroll Services
Full payroll processing with direct deposit, tax filings, and W-2 and 1099 preparation at year end.
Sales Tax Filing
Louisiana state and Jefferson Parish sales tax returns filed on time, every period, with no missed deadlines.
QuickBooks Setup & Support
We configure QuickBooks Online for your industry, migrate existing data, and provide training for you and your staff.
Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Disorganized or missing records? We'll reconstruct your history, get you current, and set up a clean system going forward.
Why West Bank Businesses Choose ASU
Remote-First Service
Maritime & Industrial Experience
Multi-Parish Compliance
No Contracts. No Minimums.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the West Bank of Jefferson Parish treated separately for sales tax purposes?
No — West Bank Jefferson Parish businesses file the same Jefferson Parish sales tax returns as East Bank Jefferson businesses. The parish tax rate is uniform across both sides of the river. However, if your business has locations on both banks or in multiple parishes, ASU handles consolidated multi-location filing.
What types of businesses does ASU serve on the West Bank?
ASU serves a wide range of West Bank businesses including maritime and marine services companies, government contractors, retail businesses along the Westbank Expressway, healthcare practices, restaurants, construction companies, and professional services firms. The West Bank's mix of industrial, commercial, and suburban business creates diverse accounting needs we're well-prepared to meet.
Can a Gretna business work with ASU without visiting Metairie?
Yes. ASU serves all West Bank clients via QuickBooks Online and remote document sharing. Most bookkeeping, tax, and payroll work is handled digitally. If an in-person meeting is needed, our Metairie office on N. Causeway Blvd is accessible via the Crescent City Connection.
How does ASU handle sales tax for contractors who work across multiple Jefferson Parish zip codes?
Contractors generally owe sales/use tax based on where work is performed, not where they're headquartered. Multi-parish contractors often have filing obligations in every parish where they perform significant work. ASU tracks project locations and prepares accurate filings for each required jurisdiction, eliminating costly oversights.
What is the most common tax mistake West Bank small businesses make?
The most common issue we see is failing to file parish sales taxes on time — or at all — for smaller parishes where the business occasionally does work. Louisiana's per-parish filing requirement catches many businesses off guard. The second most common issue is misclassifying subcontractors as employees (or vice versa), which creates payroll tax problems. ASU catches and corrects both types of issues routinely.
Also Serving Nearby Communities
West Bank communities served include Harvey, Marrero, Westwego, and Terrytown.