At Basso & Guida, our story is one of dedication, friendship, and an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing. Founded in 2015 by Carmine and Jesse, our journey has been guided by a deep belief in the value of precision in our work and a passion for serving our clients with the utmost care. We understand that accounting isn’t just about numbers—it’s about providing a level of service that makes a real difference in our clients’ lives.
Jesse and I played on a baseball team together when we were kids (Jesse remembered this, I didn’t). We reconnected as co-workers at a family-owned tax firm in Port Jeff Station, NY. Our time there was beneficial in a few ways. We learned a tremendous amount about taxation and return preparation, IRS problem resolution, worked with some special people, and most importantly, became close friends. Our time there lasted from 2011 until we left in 2015. The work schedule during tax season was demanding, and we both wanted more from our life. It would have been difficult to start a family while working 80 days straight during tax season!
When we left, we went into different sectors. Jesse went to work at St Anthony’s High School where he started in the accounting department and worked his way to Assistant Admissions Director (while keeping some accounting duties). His personality and people skills could not be contained behind a desk, and he flourished dealing with incoming students and their parents. At such an important juncture in their kid’s lives, Jesse excels at making the family feel comfortable during such a big transition. Oh, and most importantly, Jesse starred on a Netflix show in 2016 called “Friends from College” where he was recruited to a speaking role while working his second job at a winery. (He is in season 1 episode 5 “Party Bus” if you haven’t seen it already)
I left to work in the accounting department at a construction company in Deer Park. I began as a senior accountant and ended my tenure there as the Controller. My time there was incredibly valuable. The owner of the company was a mentor for me and challenged me every chance he could. My work ranged from bids and proposals to high-end client sales meetings. I was thrown into every situation possible because the owner knew…if I wasn’t challenged, he was going to lose me as an employee. Because of his tutelage, I gained a level of business acumen that I would not have been able to obtain anywhere else.
During our time away from taxes as a day job, we worked on growing our business. It was never easy. In the early days Jesse drove across Long Island to meet clients when we didn’t have an office, and I would be working past midnight catching up on the tax returns we needed to input and review. There have been endless nights and weekends to bring us to this point.
Despite those struggles, we decided that we can’t work for anyone else but each other. We are meant to work with people to give them an unparalleled experience. The accounting industry has a severe lack of people who care. Jesse and I are different in that aspect. Before everything else, we care about you..the client. We have laughed with clients and unfortunately cried with them as well. In doing this, we felt like our hard work could pay off.
Now, our experience spans a wide range of industries. From fitness studios and breweries, to professional services and retail. Whether you’re a high net worth individual or a small business owner, we bring the same level of precision and passion to every client we serve.
My background in construction accounting and Jesse’s diverse experience in education and admissions have uniquely positioned us to understand and address the challenges our clients face. We’ve worked late nights, weekends, and juggled day jobs and family life to build this business from the ground up, all while keeping our focus on what matters most—our clients.
Today, with our name on the door and an ever-growing list of satisfied clients, we’re proud to say that Basso & Guida is more than just an accounting firm. We’re your financial partner, committed to providing reliable support, expert guidance, and a personal connection that you can count on, year after year.
We invite you to experience the difference that precision and passion can make in your financial journey. Let’s build a brighter future together.
Salute!
Carmine & Jesse