Hall & Holden P.C

At Hall & Holden, P.C., we are a local accounting firm situated on Route 17 in Fayston, Vermont, at the heart of the Mad River Valley. Since our establishment in 1974, we have been dedicated to providing personalized, confidential, and friendly services to our clients. With over 80 years of combined experience between our two principals, we take pride in our commitment to serving our clients in the most efficient and effective manner possible.

We are a member of the Vermont Society of CPA's and the American Institute of CPA's, and we strive to offer a wide range of services to our individual and business clients. Because we are a relatively small firm, our clients can expect personalized quality service that is beyond comparison. Below, we have listed the services that we offer to our clients. However, as the list is by no means all-inclusive, please feel free to inquire about a service if you do not see it listed.

Services We Provide

Tax Planning & Preparation: We offer tax planning and preparation for individuals, and for C-Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, LLC's, Homeowner Associations, and Non-profit Organizations.

Reviews & Compilations: We can assist with reviews and compilations of financial statements for your business.

Financial Statements: Our team is skilled in preparing and analyzing financial statements for your company.

Accounting Services: We provide comprehensive accounting services, including financial planning, budgeting, and more.

Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor: We are a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor and can assist you in QuickBooks Setup, Training, and ongoing support for your needs.

Bookkeeping/Write-Up: Our team can handle your bookkeeping and write-up needs.

Estate & Trust Tax Preparation: We can assist with estate and trust tax preparation.

Business Consulting: We offer business consulting services, including business planning, strategy development, and more.

Financial Planning: Our team can help with financial planning, including retirement planning, investment planning, and more.

Buying & Selling a Business: We can assist with buying and selling a business, including due diligence, financial analysis, and more.

IRS Representation: We can represent you in front of the IRS and state tax authorities.

Notary Public: We can provide notary public services for your legal documents.

Our People

Michele A. Eid, CPA: Originally from New Jersey, Michele moved to the Mad River Valley in 1979. She graduated from Trinity College in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree, and came to work as a staff accountant at Hall & Holden, P.C. in 1995. Michele became a certified public accountant in 1997, and in 2003, became the third partner at Hall & Holden. Michele served on the Board of Directors for the Vermont Society of CPAs, and is a past President of the Vermont Association of Public Accountants. She is also very active in the community, and is a past board member of the Mad River Valley Little League, Mad River Soccer Association, Women's Auxiliary for the Warren Fire Department, and Treasurer of the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce. Michele was also a member of the Mad River Lions Club. She is currently one of the Commissioners on the Vermont State Ethics Commission and Treasurer of the Warren Cemetery Commission.

Douglas L. Hall, former partner: A native Vermonter, Doug Hall has been a practicing accountant since 1971, after graduating from Champlain College with an Associate degree in Accounting. He acted as the comptroller for the Sugarbush Inn in Warren, and in 1976, Doug became a public accountant working with Bob Holden at the R.J. Holden Company. He became a certified public accountant in 1989, and in 1996, Doug and Bob formed Hall & Holden, P.C., with Doug becoming the firm's managing partner. Doug acted as the Vermont State Director for the National Association of Public Accountants, and was the Treasurer of the Vermont Association of Public Accountants. He served on the Tax Committee for the VT Society of Certified Public Accountants. He also served as Treasurer of the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce for 6 years, from 1997-2003 and again from 2009 through 2012. He currently assists with taxes.

Our Location

Our office is conveniently located on Route 17 in Fayston, Vermont, in the heart of the Mad River Valley. Our central location allows us to serve clients from all over the state of Vermont and beyond.