Is Your CPA Firm at Risk of Downtime or Data Loss?
Inner PC Computer Solutions (InnerPC) provides cloud hosting and cybersecurity for CPA firms nationwide. We support tax and accounting software on Microsoft Azure, secure remote access, and Microsoft 365 and Teams for accounting practices and tax professionals.
Works With The Software Your Firm Already Uses
Running a CPA Firm Shouldn’t Mean Fighting IT Fires
Office server failures, slow tax software, login problems, and phishing attacks can interrupt client work. InnerPC helps accounting firms move to the cloud, manage everyday IT, and protect sensitive client information, with support built around tax-season deadlines.
Secure Access & Logins
Protecting client data starts with controlling who can access it. InnerPC manages multi-factor authentication, user permissions, endpoint protection, and threat monitoring to help reduce unauthorized access across cloud desktops and Microsoft 365. Our cybersecurity services for CPA firms combine technical safeguards with staff training and recovery planning.
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Security Monitoring
Threat Protection
Cloud Technology for CPA Firms
Cloud technology lets your accounting team use centrally managed applications and files through an internet connection instead of relying on a server in your office. InnerPC runs compatible desktop tax software on Microsoft Azure so authorized staff can use the same work environment from the office or home. Explore cloud hosting for accounting firms to learn how hosting, backups, and support fit together.
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Secure Access
Never Lose a Filing Deadline to Downtime
Automated backups and rapid disaster recovery keep your firm running through outages, hardware failures, and the chaos of tax season.
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Disaster Recovery
Managed IT, Microsoft 365 & Teams
InnerPC supports the computers, email, Microsoft 365, and Teams your staff use every day. We help with account setup, access permissions, software updates, troubleshooting, and secure collaboration so your team can focus on client work. Learn about our managed IT support for accounting practices.
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Move to Azure Without Missing a Beat
We migrate your applications, files, and client data to Microsoft Azure with daily backups, encrypted transfers, and minimal downtime.
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Why CPA Firms Trust Microsoft Azure – and InnerPC
Azure gives your firm enterprise-grade performance, security, and reliability, without the cost and limits of an in-office server. InnerPC makes sure you get the most out of it.
Built for Accounting, Not Just IT
We don’t do generic IT. Every solution is designed around how accounting firms actually work.
- CPA Focused
- Tax Season Ready
- Accounting Workflows
Certified Microsoft Azure Specialists
Your firm runs on a secure, Microsoft-backed cloud environment, managed by certified Azure experts.
- Secure Cloud
- Fast Performance
- Azure Certified
Compliance-Ready Protection
We protect sensitive financial data with enterprise security built around FTC Safeguards requirements.
- Threat Protection
- FTC Support
- 24/7 Monitoring
Built to Handle Tax Season
Your team stays fast and productive on the software you already rely on, even during peak deadlines.
- Lacerte Ready
- UltraTax Ready
- QuickBooks Ready
A Real Team, Not a Ticket Queue
Get fast, live support from technicians who actually understand accounting software and workflows.
- Live Helpdesk
- Rapid Response
- Proactive Support
IT That Scales With Your Firm
Add users, offices, or seasonal staff without rebuilding your infrastructure from scratch.
- Easy Scaling
- Remote Access
- Business Continuity
Tax & Accounting Applications
InnerPC hosts compatible desktop tax and accounting applications on Microsoft Azure and supports the cloud tools used alongside them. We help CPA firms with Drake cloud hosting, Lacerte cloud hosting, UltraTax cloud hosting, and CCH ProSystem fx hosting and CCH Axcess support. We also provide SmartVault and TaxDome setup and ongoing support for document sharing, client portals, and access workflows.
Hosting Lacerte in the cloud delivers improved processing speed and a smoother user experience, even during peak filing deadlines.
Multi-user collaboration allows preparers, reviewers, and partners to work within the same environment seamlessly, while centralized file storage ensures all data is organized and accessible.
Reduced crash risk during high-demand periods enhances productivity, and secure remote access enables preparers to work efficiently from any location without compromising data security.
- Improved processing speed
- Multi-user collaboration
- Centralized file storage
- Reduced crash risk during deadlines
- Secure remote access for preparers
CCH Tax benefits from optimized performance in a cloud environment, ensuring consistent speed and reliability.
Reduced workstation dependency allows users to access the system through secure virtual environments, while firm-wide collaboration supports streamlined review workflows.
Automatic update management ensures the platform remains current without disruption, and high availability during peak periods keeps operations running smoothly when it matters most.
- Optimized performance
- Reduced workstation dependency
- Secure firm-wide collaboration
- Automatic update management
- High availability during peak periods
UltraTax performs exceptionally well in the cloud with dedicated computing resources that support stable multi-user environments.
Firms experience consistent performance under heavy workloads, particularly during busy season.
Enhanced data protection safeguards sensitive client information, while centralized management simplifies administrative oversight and improves operational continuity.
- Dedicated computing resources
- Stable multi-user environments
- Consistent performance under heavy workloads
- Enhanced data protection
Drake Tax in the cloud provides secure centralized hosting that enhances accessibility and control.
Improved team collaboration allows preparers and reviewers to work efficiently within a unified system.
Simplified remote access supports hybrid work environments, and integrated backup protection ensures critical tax data remains secure and recoverable at all times.
- Secure centralized hosting
- Improved team collaboration
- Simplified remote access
- Integrated backup protection
Cloud-hosted QuickBooks Desktop enables true multi-user access without network constraints, allowing accounting teams to collaborate in real time.
Clients and internal staff can work simultaneously without transferring files, eliminating the risks associated with emailed backups.
Centralized data storage improves organization and consistency, while enhanced security controls protect sensitive financial records.
- Multi-user access without network limitations
- Real-time client collaboration
- Elimination of emailed backup files
- Centralized data storage
- Enhanced security controls
Hosting 1099 in the cloud strengthens compliance and streamlines reporting workflows.
Secure storage of vendor TINs and sensitive data reduces exposure risk, while controlled access permissions ensure only authorized personnel can view or modify records.
Simplified year-end reporting processes improve efficiency and accuracy during critical compliance periods.
By hosting these essential applications in a secure cloud environment, CPA firms gain enhanced performance, seamless collaboration, stronger data protection, and operational reliability, empowering teams to work efficiently and confidently throughout the year.
- Secure storage of vendor TINs
- Reduced compliance risk
- Controlled access permissions
- Simplified year-end reporting
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Cloud Availability
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Monitoring
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CPA Firms Supported
15+
Years Serving CPA Firms
A few Reasons Why You’ll Want to Outsource All Of Your Computer Support To INNERPC
Hear directly from accounting firms who moved to Microsoft Azure with InnerPC, and never looked back.
Saves Us Time and Money in the Long Run
No other if company IT or Cloud computing company will give the dedication and time that INNERPC delivers. We have researched other firms that we have used before, and we never felt like we received value from those companies. INNERPC is fully confident in what they are doing and they go above and beyond what many other IT companies offer. What this means is that INNERPC creates an IT environment where I can finally leave IT to work to the experts and not be the go-to person for computer problems. This is saving us time and money in the long run.
Before InnerPC
- Wasted Time
- No Real Value
- Low Confidence
- Constant IT Interruptions
After InnerPC
- True Expertise
- Full Confidence
- IT Fully Handled
- Time & Money Saved
Friendly on the Phone and they are Creative and Knowledgeable
We love the ability to work remotely on our computers – it is just fantastic. We have a fast-paced business and we cannot afford downtime. Since we started working with INNERPC our downtime has dramatically decreased which enables us to have a more productive day. We also have two offices so having the ability to work in both locations and easily access our data is a huge bonus. – and the support that INNERPC gives is top notch- they are great! They are always there – they take the time to work on the problems and ensure that all work is done completely.INNERPC is friendly on the phone and always gives us creative solutions to our complex network. Not only do they take care of our emails, servers, documents and programs but they always have suggestions on how to run our business in respects to the IT department…THANK YOU INNERPC!
Before InnerPC
- Frequent Downtime
- Limited Multi-Office Access
- Complex Network Issues
- Reactive IT Support
After InnerPC
- Minimal Downtime
- Seamless Remote Access
- Creative IT Solutions
- Proactive, Top-Notch Support
Adapts to our processes and Needs and is Always Extremely Responsive
Being able to access my work computer from anywhere with an internet connection has made working remotely a much more realistic solution. I love that I can log in from anywhere and have my desktop in front of me with all of my customizations and tweaks As compared to other IT firms, INNERPC is extremely responsive and quick to help. I have never had to submit a ticket and wait for a response. INNERPC has been able to adapt to our processes and needs and is always extremely responsive, even at odd hours. They are a hands-on IT firm that provides personalized solutions and service instead of trying to fit our firm into a preexisting mold.
Before InnerPC
- Remote Work Limited
- Slow Ticket Response
- Generic IT Solutions
- Rigid IT Processes
After InnerPC
- Full Remote Access
- Instant, Responsive Support
- Personalized Solutions
- Hands-On, Adaptive IT
InnerPC Has A Great Team And Fast Support
Inner PC has added a revolutionary touch to the work experience. I work in accounting, with highly sensitive data and information. My firm constantly had the fear of being hacked. Once we joined the cloud, our fears disappeared. The cloud is protected by enterprise-level antivirus. However, my favorite feature is the remote access. As long as I keep my firm’s cloud application in my email, I can work from literally anywhere in the world that has internet access. Inner PC has a great team and fast support. As soon as you call they are there to help with any problem you might possibly have. I give Inner PC a 5/5 all around.
Before InnerPC
- Fear of Hacking
- Sensitive Data Risk
- Limited Remote Access
- Slow Support
After InnerPC
- Strong Data Security
- Peace of Mind
- Work From Anywhere
- Fast, Reliable Support
How We Move Your Firm to the Cloud
A proven, secure process that gets your firm running on Microsoft Azure with zero disruption to your daily operations.
- Assessment
- Planning
- Migration
- Testing
- Ongoing Support
We Evaluate Your Current Setup
We review your existing infrastructure, software, and security to build a migration plan tailored to your firm.
- Infrastructure Review
- Software Compatibility
- Security Assessment
We Build Your Custom Roadmap
A detailed migration timeline is created around your firm’s schedule, minimizing disruption during busy season.
- Custom Timeline
- Risk Mitigation
- Team Coordination
We Move Your Data and Applications
Your files, applications, and client data are securely transferred to Microsoft Azure with encrypted, monitored transfers.
- Secure Transfer
- Encrypted Data
- Real-Time Monitoring
We Confirm Everything Works
Every application and workflow is tested thoroughly before go-live, so your team faces zero surprises on day one.
- Application Testing
- Performance Checks
- User Access Verification
We Stay With You Long-Term
Your firm gets 24/7 monitoring, proactive maintenance, and live support long after migration is complete.
- 24/7 Monitoring
- Proactive Maintenance
- Live Helpdesk Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers about cloud technology, tax software hosting, secure access, and the applications accounting firms use every day.
Cloud technology lets an accounting firm access applications, files, and collaboration tools over the internet rather than keeping everything on an office server. InnerPC provides managed Microsoft Azure cloud desktops for CPA and tax practices, along with Microsoft 365 support, backups, and cybersecurity. Authorized staff can work in a shared, centrally managed environment from different locations.
Compatible desktop tax software runs on a cloud-hosted Windows environment, and your preparers connect through a secure remote desktop. InnerPC hosts applications such as Drake Tax, Lacerte, UltraTax CS, and CCH ProSystem fx on Microsoft Azure and manages the hosting environment, updates, backups, and support. Browser-based tools such as CCH Axcess keep their own vendor platform; we support the access and workflows around them. Licensing and application compatibility are reviewed before migration.
InnerPC uses layered safeguards such as multi-factor authentication, access permissions, encryption, endpoint protection, and security monitoring. Managed backups and recovery planning help your firm prepare for outages or data loss. We review the protections included in your service plan and help staff use secure logins and document-sharing workflows.
Yes. InnerPC provides setup and ongoing support for SmartVault and TaxDome, including user access, client portals, and document-sharing workflows. We also support Microsoft 365 and Teams accounts, permissions, and collaboration. These vendor-hosted services work alongside your Azure cloud desktop; they do not need to be re-hosted by InnerPC.
Yes, subject to your application and licensing requirements. InnerPC reviews your users, data, printers, scanners, and integrations, then plans and tests the move to Microsoft Azure. The schedule depends on the size and complexity of your firm, and we plan the final transition around your filing deadlines to reduce disruption. Learn about our cloud migration process.
InnerPC helps CPA and tax firms implement technical safeguards such as multi-factor authentication, access controls, security monitoring, backups, and staff training. We can help identify gaps and support the technology portion of your written information security plan using FTC Safeguards and IRS Publication 4557 as reference points. Your firm retains responsibility for its compliance program. Book a 15-minute call to see if your firm qualifies for a complimentary cyber assessment.
Let’s Secure Your Firm’s Future
Schedule a free consultation with our Microsoft Azure and cybersecurity experts, and see how InnerPC can protect and empower your firm.