Ami Shah

Ami Shah, CPA, MS in Taxation, FCA, is the founder and principal of Ami Shah CPA, a respected certified public accounting firm based in San Jose, California. Since launching the practice in 2006, Ami has dedicated her career to helping individuals, business owners, and investors navigate complex tax and financial landscapes with clarity and confidence. With over 20 years of experience in public accounting, she brings deep technical knowledge and a personalized approach to every client relationship.
Ami holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Mumbai, is a Chartered Accountant (India), a licensed CPA in California, and has earned a Master’s in Taxation from San José State University. She is also a Certified Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor, offering expert guidance on accounting software implementation and process improvement.
Her firm provides a comprehensive suite of services including tax planning and preparation, entity structuring, accounting for business and real estate transactions, international tax compliance, and business advisory services. Ami is particularly known for her ability to craft effective tax strategies that maximize savings and ensure compliance, especially for clients with international interests or complex financial situations.
• WOSB Certified
• WBE Certified
• Small Business Certified
• Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
• San José State University - MS
• Institute of Chartered Accountants of India - ACA
• SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)