


A little more balance. A lot less stress.
With more than 19 years of accounting experience, Balance Tax & Accounting provides trusted, personalized tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll and accounting services in Dubuque, Iowa. Whether you’re managing your personal finances or running a business, you’ll receive knowledgeable, down-to-earth support tailored to your needs. Proudly serving clients throughout the Tri-State Area, with tax preparation available in all 50 states.
Accounting support that feels more personal.

Your finances are personal, and your accounting experience should be, too. At Balance Tax & Accounting, you’ll find a welcoming, judgment-free approach where questions are encouraged and complicated information is explained in a way that makes sense. Whether you need help once a year or ongoing support for your business, the goal is simple: to help you feel organized, informed and more confident about what comes next.
Tax Services
Individual and business tax preparation and proactive tax planning.

Accounting &
Payroll
Bookkeeping, payroll, financial statements and reporting.

Business Support
QuickBooks assistance, new business setup and consulting.

Why Balance Tax & Accounting?
Personal, not one-size-fits-all.
Here for more than tax season.
We understand small business.
No two people or businesses have exactly the same financial picture. Kaysha and her team takes the time to understand your needs, goals and challenges so the guidance and services you receive actually make sense for you.
Great accounting happens all year long. From bookkeeping and payroll to tax planning and the questions that come up along the way, Balance Tax & Accounting provides ongoing support to help you stay organized and prepared.
As a small business owner herself, Kaysha understands that running a business means wearing a lot of hats. She especially enjoys helping small business owners with everything from getting started to managing the books, payroll and taxes as the business grows.

Meet Kaysha
With 19 years of experience in public accounting, Kaysha Schmitt brings plenty of expertise to the table—but what she enjoys most is getting to know the people behind the numbers. As the owner of Balance Tax & Accounting, she takes a personal, relationship-focused approach, helping individuals and small business owners feel comfortable asking questions and confident in their financial decisions. When she’s not working with clients, Kaysha enjoys traveling, reading a good book and spending time with her husband and two boys.
More than just numbers.
"I’ve trusted Kaysha with my personal and small business taxes for more than five years. She’s prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and makes the entire process easy. It’s such a relief knowing I have someone dependable handling the numbers. I’m always happy to recommend Kaysha to my friends and family!"
Fallon O.
"Kaysha and her staff are the best. I never have to worry about the accounting. It takes a huge load off my shoulders and makes running my business so much easier. I don't know what I would do without them."
George N.
Jumble Coffee
"Between moving across the country, selling a home, changing jobs, and dealing with taxes in multiple states, my tax situation was anything but simple. Kaysha made the entire process incredibly easy. She’s knowledgeable, responsive, and took the stress out of what could have been a complicated situation. I can’t recommend her enough!"
Peter P.