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Showing 1 to 10 of 18 CPAs in Arcata, California
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Jay E. Reed
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Based in Arcata, California, Jay E. Reed has provided accounting services to business owners since 2005. With expertise in tax compliance, including sales tax and retirement account reporting, Reed helps clients maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. Reed's specialties include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, covering a range of business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. As a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience, Reed supports small and medium-sized businesses in navigating complex financial regulations and ensuring compliance with tax laws.
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Vinson T. Champ
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Based in Arcata, California, Vinson T. Champ provides professional accounting services to individuals and businesses in the region. With over 10 years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting solutions. He offers expertise in sales tax compliance and IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. His services are tailored to meet the unique needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families in the community.
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John B. Hunter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Based in Arcata, California, John B. Hunter is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience in the field. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. John Hunter also represents clients in front of the IRS and offers expert tax planning and consulting services to help his clients achieve their financial goals.
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Donna L. Taylor
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Located in Arcata, California, Donna L. Taylor is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience. Her expertise includes providing basic accounting services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. In addition to these services, Taylor offers specialized support for business tax services and individual & business tax return preparation, including sales tax compliance.
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Felicity L. Wasser
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Felicity L. Wasser is a licensed certified public accountant (CPA) providing accounting and tax services to clients in Arcata, California. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, serving family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. Her expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, helping clients manage their financial records and meet tax obligations.
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Donna K. Sorensen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Donna K. Sorensen is a certified public accountant based in Arcata, California. With over 15 years of experience, she provides expert services to small and medium-sized businesses, including those with various corporate structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her specialization in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning enables her to offer comprehensive support to clients in need of tailored financial guidance.
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Steven P. Fini
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
With over 15 years of experience in accounting and finance, Steven P. Fini provides expert services to individuals and businesses in Arcata, California. His specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services enables him to effectively cater to the needs of family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as general accounting and advisory services. Operating in the Humboldt County area, Steven P. Fini's expertise supports the financial goals of startup companies and established organizations alike.
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Denise F. Isaac
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Denise F. Isaac, a certified public accountant, has been practicing in the North Coast region of California for over 20 years. Based in Arcata, she specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services to individuals and families, and small and medium-sized businesses. Among her services is sales tax compliance, ensuring that clients meet their tax obligations and maintain accurate financial records. Denise Isaac holds certification as a public accountant and adheres to professional standards and regulations in the industry.
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Ralph Olliff
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Ralph Olliff is a certified public accountant based in Arcata, California, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, which enable him to offer tailored support to his clients' unique needs. Olliff provides retirement account tax reporting, payroll processing and compliance, helping his clients stay organized and compliant with relevant regulations.
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Janelle M. Bucklin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Arcata, California 95521
Janelle M. Bucklin, a certified public accountant based in Arcata, California, has been providing tax and accounting services for over 10 years. Her expertise spans individual and business tax return preparation, including sales tax compliance, and she specializes in basic accounting services for small business owners. With experience serving entrepreneurs and startups across various business structures, such as S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Bucklin offers tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.

California maintains one of the largest and most competitive CPA markets in the nation. The California Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester units of education and specific ethics coursework for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing education every two years, including 20 hours in accounting and auditing subjects and 2 hours of regulatory review.

Key Tax Considerations: California has its own complex tax code separate from federal regulations, with the highest state income tax rates in the nation. CPAs commonly handle Franchise Tax Board audits, California LLC fees ($800 annual minimum), sales and use tax compliance, and multi-state tax allocations. The state's high-income population creates strong demand for estate planning, wealth management, and stock option taxation services.

Industry Specializations: Technology startups (especially Silicon Valley), entertainment and media (Los Angeles), agriculture (Central Valley), international trade, venture capital, real estate, and cannabis businesses are major focus areas. Many CPAs specialize in R&D tax credits, stock option and equity compensation taxation, film production accounting, and cryptocurrency taxation.

For CPA Professionals: The California Society of CPAs (CalCPA) offers extensive networking and continuing education opportunities across multiple chapters. Major concentrations of firms exist in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, and Silicon Valley. Competition is intense in metro areas but rural regions often experience CPA shortages. The state offers diverse practice opportunities but comes with high cost of living and complex regulatory requirements.