About us

Monique Wright, CPA
CEO/Founder

Monique has started Beach Cities Tax & Accounting twenty two years ago, after taking over a small client base of sixty individuals and some small businesses from her former boss and mentor. Since 1997, the firm has experienced a steady growth, currently serving over four hundred clients. Monique is a long time South Bay resident, and she enjoys the coastal life. Originally from Poland, she came over with her family in 1981, and completed her education as well as professional CPA designation in the U.S. Over the years, Monique served as an officer for Torrance PTA, while her three children attended the local schools. She stays involved in the local community, by volunteering during beach clean- up, and doing pro-bono accounting work for Torrance school district. In her spare time, she enjoys working out, ballroom dancing, and dining at the local restaurants. She has been married to Rich Wright for 31 years, whom she met at El Camino College.

Steven
Partner

Steven grew up in Los Angeles, California. He received his Bachelors of Science Degree in accounting at California State University Northridge. While receiving his Bachelor’s degree, he worked in public accounting and continued until he went to work in private industry where he worked as a controller for 7 years. Steven joined our team in December of 2019 where he prepares tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts.
As of June 2022 Steven became partner.
Steven enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He enjoys listening to music, RVing and taking long walks.

Katherine
Senior Admin

Katherine joined our team February 2020; she is an administrative and customer service specialist with two decades of successful experience in client communication and day to day office essentials. She has experience working in accounting, food & beverage and entertainment & staging industries. In 2018, she became a Certified CA Notary. She is a strong believer in the power of positive thinking & communication in the workplace. She enjoys watching the sunset and capturing photos. Photography being a hobby along with spending free time with her family, crafting, watching sports, food tasting and always happy to find a great standalone coffee shop.

Olivia
Admin

Olivia joined the Beach Cities team during the summer of 2021 as an administrative assistant. She works part time at Beach Cities, and also attends El Camino College part time. In her free time, she enjoys tabletop gaming, creative writing, and drawing

Big news 📣 We have moved!

After 26 years on Pacific Coast Highway, we’re thrilled to be at our new location. Our new office address is:
24445 Hawthorne Blvd, Ste 100
Torrance, CA 90505
Feel free to stop by and say hello if you’re in the area.
We hope to see you soon!