About EliteNine
Partners in your financial success
At EliteNine, we are more than a tax, payroll and bookkeeping firm. Our mission is to bring a Big Five experience to every client, whatever the size or complexity of their needs.
Our story
Big Five expertise. Boutique attention.
EliteNine was founded on a simple belief: do things the right way. We follow the law of the land and deliver transparent, accurate financial services with the expertise of a large firm and the personal attention of a boutique practice.
Our founder, Kumar Bacchu, built his career at a Swedish multinational and leading Indian companies before earning his IRS credential as an Enrolled Agent. Together with co-founder Nandeesha PM — a CPA, Chartered Accountant and CISA — he created EliteNine to serve individuals and businesses with complex needs.
Why Elite? Why Nine?
The high standards, exceptional quality and premium service our clients can expect.
Our client-first commitment to best-in-class, tailored solutions that make a difference.
About EliteNine
Our core values
Integrity
The highest ethical standards in every interaction. Compliance is non-negotiable.
Quality
Premium financial services, with every detail handled precisely and carefully.
Client-centered
We listen, respond and offer advice tailored to your situation.
Continuous learning
Tax law changes constantly. We stay ahead so you don't have to.
Meet the team
Credentialed leaders with multinational experience and a global perspective.
Kumar Bacchu
Founder
Enrolled Agent admitted to practice before the IRS
Kumar began his career at a Swedish multinational and later worked with leading Indian companies. After earning his IRS Enrolled Agent credential, he founded EliteNine to deliver Big Five-level expertise with a personal touch.
Nandeesha PM
President & Director
CPA (U.S.) · Chartered Accountant (India) · CISA
An All-India Rank 40 Chartered Accountant who started at Infosys and advised Fortune 500 companies, including Apple, Bombardier and Barclays, as an SAP ERP consultant. He also founded Nandeesha & Associates, a virtual CFO practice.
Yashwanth
Senior Tax Lead
Chartered Accountant · MBA in Finance
More than four years of bookkeeping, accounting and tax experience across Indian and U.S. practice, specializing in federal, state and international compliance and tax optimization.
Credentials
What our letters mean for you
EA
Enrolled Agent
Licensed by the U.S. Treasury with unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
CPA
Certified Public Accountant
The U.S. standard for accounting, audit and tax expertise, licensed at the state level.
CA
Chartered Accountant
India's premier accounting qualification — invaluable for clients with ties to India.
CISA
Certified Information Systems Auditor
Systems and controls expertise that keeps your financial data accurate and secure.
What to expect
Your first 30 days with EliteNine
No black box. Here's how a typical new engagement unfolds, so you always know what's next.
- 1
Day 1
Discovery call
A focused conversation about your business, your filings and anything urgent — like a notice or a looming deadline.
A clear scope and quote
- 2
Week 1
Secure onboarding
You upload documents through our client portal, and we request access to your POS, bank and payroll reports.
A personalized document checklist
- 3
Weeks 2–3
Review & clean-up
We reconcile your books, check prior returns and sales tax, and flag risks and missed savings.
A findings summary in plain language
- 4
Week 4
Plan & first close
We walk you through the plan, the calendar of deadlines and your first set of monthly reports.
Your compliance calendar
- 5
Every month
Steady rhythm
Bookkeeping, payroll and sales tax on a predictable schedule, with a quick check-in when it matters.
Monthly financial statements
Client stories
Trusted by families and business owners
They were super helpful with my first return in the US… His team patiently explained what was done and why, and educated me immensely on the nuances of the US income tax engine.
We have had the distinct privilege of partnering with Kumar Bacchu and team for the last 6 years, and our experience has been nothing short of exceptional.
Let's take the first step toward financial clarity.
Tell us about your business and we'll get back to you with clear next steps — no obligation.