Meet Our Team
Paul Liang
CPA
A Certified Public Accountant with an MBA, Paul brings a distinguished blend of financial acumen, strategic vision, and entrepreneurial leadership cultivated over an accomplished 24-year career. He began his professional journey with globally recognized firms, serving as a Manager at Deloitte & Touche and within the Commercial Banking Division at Bank of America, where he developed a deep expertise in financial structuring, risk analysis, and corporate advisory services. Building on this strong foundation, he went on to establish Enfijian & Liang Accountancy Corp., a highly respected firm that has grown to serve over 500 clients. Under his leadership, the firm has become known for its personalized approach, technical excellence, and forward-thinking strategies tailored to individuals, entrepreneurs, and complex business entities. Paul specialized expertise lies in advanced tax strategies, utilizing SAAS, Section 179, 168(k) & 181 as well as estate planning, where he is recognized for designing sophisticated, results-driven solutions that preserve wealth, optimize tax positions, and support long-term financial legacies. Known for his strategic insight, discretion, and client-centered approach, Paul continues to be a trusted advisor to a diverse and growing clientele.
JASON LAM
CPA
Jason is a Certified Public Accountant with over 14 years of experience advising individuals and businesses on tax, accounting and financial matters. He has worked with a broad range of clients, including high net worth individuals, W-2 earners, sole proprietors, complex passthrough entities, and C Corporations. Jason’s practice covers all federal and state tax filings, with a particular emphasis on international tax; including foreign investment in the United States and U.S. Taxpayers expanding abroad. Before launching his own practice, Jason spent several years in “Big 4 Tax” as well as served as Head of Tax for mid-sized companies. His background gives him a practical understanding of tax compliance from both the advisor and client perspectives. Jason knows where processes break down, how to resolve issues efficiently, and how to build scalable tax systems that reduce risk. A significant portion of Jason's work involves corporate tax clients, and to ensure accurate and timely reporting. He collaborates closely with trusted bookkeeping and payroll providers. Having worked in both public accounting and in house tax leadership roles, Jason's goal is to deliver clear, personalized solutions that make compliance efficient and empower clients to make confident, informed financial decisions.
Georgina kleinsmith
Member
With a long-standing career rooted in real estate and mortgage banking, Georgina (Gina) Kleinsmith brings decades of industry expertise and a genuine passion for client service to the team. After stepping away from her professional career to raise her twin daughters, she now returns to the workforce with renewed energy, perspective, and commitment. Georgina Kleinsmith began her career in the real estate industry, serving as a property manager, escrow officer, and title specialist before transitioning into mortgage banking in the early 1980s. She built a comprehensive foundation in lending—starting in loan processing, advancing to both retail and wholesale loan officer roles, and ultimately managing multiple mortgage banking offices. Her leadership and industry involvement include serving as both Vice President and President of the San Diego Mortgage Bankers Association, as well as contributing to the Building Industry Association’s Finance Committee. Throughout her lending career, she developed a strong expertise in analyzing complex tax returns and structuring income to help clients successfully secure financing. Known for her people-first approach, Gina is highly service-oriented and takes pride in understanding each client’s unique needs. She excels at building relationships and thoughtfully matching individuals and families with the right financial solutions, creating a positive and supportive experience every step of the way. In her free time Gina enjoys spending time with her family, golfing, decorating cakes and quilting.
KIM VU
Member
Dr. Kim Vu is a board-certified, DNP-prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner with an MBA, specializing in the intersection of psychological well-being and financial decision-making. With over 20 years of combined experience in direct patient care and client-centered service, she works with individuals, families, and professionals to address stress, anxiety, and behavioral patterns that influence both personal and financial outcomes. Her approach integrates clinical expertise with practical insight, helping clients build healthier thought patterns, strengthen emotional resilience, and make more informed decisions in both life and finances. As a strategic partner to our CPA and accounting team, Kim brings a unique, integrative perspective to client care—recognizing that financial and mental health are deeply connected. She supports clients in navigating high-stakes financial decisions, business ownership challenges, and major life transitions with clarity and confidence. Known for her thoughtful, confidential, and client-centered approach, Kim helps individuals better understand the behavioral drivers behind their financial habits. Her work enhances our firm’s ability to deliver truly holistic advisory services—supporting not only financial success, but overall well-being.
Joshua Forrester
CPA
Joshua Forrester is a California-licensed Certified Public Accountant with over 12 years of experience advising individuals, families, businesses, trusts, and investment entities. He is the CEO and operator of Virtus Consulting LLC, a family office and tax mitigation advisory firm, and a co-founding partner at Virtus CPAs and Advisors. Joshua’s work spans family office advisory, tax mitigation strategies, pass-through entity taxation, business accounting, and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses.
CHARLES HAI NGUYEN
Member
Charles Hai Nguyen brings more than 30 years of experience across finance, business operations, accounting, tax, insurance, real estate, and strategic planning. With a broad financial background and a practical, client-centered approach, Charles helps individuals, families, and business owners gain clarity, confidence, and direction in making important financial decisions. Charles earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Real Estate from California State University, Long Beach. His career includes leadership roles in financial services, business consulting, and corporate operations, including serving as CFO of a growing food manufacturing company where he helped improve profitability and operational performance. At Astute Tax Solutions, Charles focuses on strategic growth, client experience, business development, process improvement, and financial service integration. He is passionate about helping clients connect tax strategy, business planning, risk management, and long-term financial goals into a more complete picture. Charles also serves as Chairperson of the Board of Directors for ASSISTNA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting underserved and diverse communities through education, mentorship, and financial empowerment. He has also spent more than a decade serving as a Board Advisor for Women of Achievement and is the founder of The Smarter Money Guy, a platform focused on helping people align their finances with their goals, values, and vision for the future. Charles holds California life insurance and real estate salesperson licenses, giving him a broader perspective on wealth protection, property ownership, legacy planning, and practical financial decision-making. Charles believes that successful financial planning begins with understanding what matters most to each client and creating strategies that support lasting prosperity.
Qualifications
& Affiliations
Certified Public Accoutant (CPA) Masters in Business Admistration (MBA) Former Deloitte & Touche Associates Experts in Tax Mitigation Strategies (SAAS, IRC 179, 168(k) & 181)
Phone
(949) 289-9880
info@astutetaxsolutions.com
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