5 Common Tax Mistakes to Avoid as a Small Business Owner

With more than 30 years of professional accounting, Frank D’Urban-Jackson brings a breadth of public accounting and industry knowledge to his role as Chief Tax Officer at CKH Group. His expertise spans public accounting, tax strategy, and wealth management, enabling him to provide comprehensive solutions for individuals and small businesses.

Originally from South Africa, Frank holds a Bachelor of Business Science in Finance from the University of Cape Town and an Honors Degree in Accounting from the University of South Africa. Frank is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and a member of both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Georgia Society of CPAs, where he serves on the council.

Drawing on his background in both corporate finance and public accounting, Frank focuses on proactive tax planning and compliance strategies designed to help clients optimize every opportunity within the tax code.

With more than 30 years of professional accounting experience, Umesh Patel brings strong expertise in tax preparation, financial analysis, and general ledger management to his role as Senior Tax Accountant at CKH Group. His background in public accounting and business management enables him to provide precise and reliable tax solutions for individuals and small to mid-sized businesses. A graduate of the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Umesh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Business Management. His extensive experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting supports CKH Group’s commitment to accuracy and excellence across every engagement. Dedicated to helping clients navigate complex tax matters with confidence, Umesh focuses on delivering compliant, data-driven results that optimize financial outcomes year-round.