Who We Are
At The Gold Standard, we believe it’s vital for our clients to have a clear understanding of their financial standing. Our goal is to empower you to make informed financial decisions for your business and personal success.
We specialize in individual and corporate tax preparation, bookkeeping, and tax planning. Let us handle the numbers so you can focus on what you do best!
Meet The Team
Damari Perez E.A.| MSAF
Owner / Tax Advisor
Damari has well over 15 years experience in accounting and tax. She holds a Masters Degree in Accounting & Finance and is Enrolled to practice before the IRS. She is well versed in tax planning and preparation to help clients maximize their tax dollars.
James Steffler E.A. | BSAF
Owner / Managing Partner
James is a U.S. Navy Veteran, who served in Operation Desert Fox ('98), and Operation Enduring Freedom ('01). He is an Accountant and Quickbooks Expert, with 10 years of experience in the industry. He prides himself on Integrity, and superior Ethics. His ability to make complicated tax jargon easy to digest for our clients is unmatched.
Elyssa Medina
Bookkeeper
Elyssa is a proud UC Irvine graduate and Southern California native, excited to be part of a team that values accuracy and organization. As a bookkeeper, Elyssa is dedicated to ensuring everything runs smoothly by keeping clients’ financials in order. She appreciates knowing this work contributes to the company’s success.
Melinda Villagrana
Executive Assistant / BS
With 15 years of experience in personal relations, Melinda excels in building and nurturing strong client relationships. Bilingual and deeply committed, she ensures clients feel informed, valued, and confident in their interactions with the firm. Her dedication to exceptional customer service ensures that clients are not only satisfied but also empowered with the knowledge they need to make confident decisions.
We understand
Messy beginnings, & we are here to help you stay on track.
We help you get organized.
We help you save.
We help you maximize.
We help you make smart financial decisions.
We help you make smart tax decisions.
Our team is dedicated to educating our clients so that they are able to make more confident business & financial decisions.
It might take time, but with time we believe our clients will find freedom.