About Us
James Wilder Sr.
I Know Exactly Why Your Cannabis Business Is Overpaying Taxes
I’m James Wilder Sr., founder of James Wilder & Associates LLC, specializing in Section 280E cannabis tax planning. Most cannabis businesses overpay $50K-$200K annually because they don’t understand COGS optimization, inventory accounting under Section 471c, or how cultivation costs differ from retail operations. I’ve studied every major Section 280E case from Alterman v. Commissioner to Standing Akimbo LLC, analyzed the TIGTA Report showing $475.1M in cannabis compliance failures, and understand exactly what triggers IRS audits in cannabis businesses.
Whether you’re a dispensary struggling with wholesale purchase classifications, a cultivation facility optimizing direct labor costs, or a vertically integrated operation managing multi-state compliance, I know your specific challenges because I understand cannabis operations from seed-to-sale. My cannabis accounting expertise and Masters in Accounting provide the foundation, but it’s my deep industry knowledge that delivers the $87,000+ average savings my clients see.
⚖️ Section 280E Case Law Mastery
I’ve studied Alterman, Olive, Alpenglow Botanicals, San Jose Wellness, Standing Akimbo, and CHAMP cases. I know exactly what works and what triggers audits.
🌿 Seed-to-Sale Operations
From cultivation labor costs to dispensary inventory management, I understand every aspect of cannabis operations and how they impact your COGS calculations.
📊 TIGTA Report Intelligence
I’ve analyzed the TIGTA Report showing $475.1M in cannabis tax issues. I know exactly what compliance mistakes to avoid and how to structure your books.
💼 Multi-State Cannabis Knowledge
Whether you’re in Northern Virginia, the D.C. metro area, California, Colorado, or expanding to new states, I understand the varying state tax treatments and how they interact with federal 280E requirements.
🏆 The Foundation Behind the Expertise:
The Cannabis Tax Problems I Solve Daily
Dispensaries losing money on improper wholesale purchase classifications. Cultivation facilities missing direct labor deductions. Vertically integrated operations struggling with cost allocation between business segments. Multi-state operators dealing with varying state tax treatments. These are the real-world cannabis tax challenges I solve using proven Section 280E strategies and deep operational knowledge.
The “Make It Make Sense” Approach
Complex tax problems don’t have to be confusing. I translate complicated regulations into clear, actionable strategies that protect your bottom line and give you competitive advantage. My graduate-level education in accounting and finance, comprehensive cannabis industry knowledge, combined with proven Section 280E expertise, means I can optimize your tax strategy with academic rigor, industry knowledge, and precision results.
Complex regulations into clear strategies
Your exact 280E penalty and savings
COGS optimization and compliance
Maximum deductions, minimum risk
Client Success Stories
I’ve saved cannabis clients an average of $87,000+ annually in tax penalties through strategic Section 280E planning and COGS optimization. One multi-location dispensary saved over $112,000 in their first year without changing their business operations. Because I understand every aspect of cannabis operations through my certifications and deep case law knowledge, I can identify tax-saving opportunities that deliver real results.
Why I’m Your #1 Choice for Cannabis Tax Planning, CFO Services & Accounting
While there are many talented Accountants and CPAs in the cannabis industry, my combination of deep cannabis expertise and proven results sets me apart. I’ve mastered every Section 280E case law, analyzed the TIGTA Report showing $475.1M in compliance failures, and understand cannabis operations from cultivation genetics and extraction processes to retail budtending and compliance protocols. This isn’t just academic knowledge – I’ve delivered $87,000+ average annual savings to cannabis clients through strategic COGS optimization, CFO advisory services, and comprehensive accounting solutions.
🏆 What Makes Me Your #1 Choice:
🌿 I Understand Your Entire Operation
From cannabis genetics and strain development to CO2 extraction yields, from cultivation labor tracking to dispensary inventory turnover – I understand every operational detail. More importantly, I know exactly how to structure each transaction for maximum Section 280E deductions, whether you’re optimizing cultivation overhead allocation, managing dispensary wholesale purchases, or documenting compliance protocols for audit protection.
📊 I Provide Strategic CFO Guidance
Beyond tax compliance, I provide CFO-level strategic advisory including monthly financial analysis, cash flow optimization, and business growth planning specifically designed for cannabis operations.
💰 I Deliver Complete Accounting Solutions
From monthly bookkeeping and financial statements to year-end tax planning and entity structuring – I provide comprehensive accounting services that save you $87,000+ annually through strategic planning.
🎯 I Know What Triggers IRS Audits
Through studying the TIGTA Report and every major 280E case, I know exactly what red flags to avoid and how to structure your books for audit protection across all service areas.
🔥 See Your Section 280E Impact
Use my exclusive “Make It Make Sense Section 280E Calculator” to see exactly how much 280E penalties are costing your cannabis business.
🚀 Ready to Make Your Taxes Make Sense?
Don’t let Section 280E penalties drain your profits. With my comprehensive tax planning, CFO advisory, and accounting expertise, I can help you save thousands while staying compliant.
Our “Make It Make Sense” Approach
LEAD
We make complex tax challenges make sense, leading your business through strategic planning that maximizes profitability.
GROW
We make tax optimization make sense, helping your business grow by recovering thousands annually through strategic planning and CFO advisory.
ENGAGE
We make financial management make sense, engaging with your operations to maximize deductions while maintaining full compliance.
INSPIRE
We make business success make sense, inspiring confidence through proven results and precision financial strategies.
