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Certified Public Accountants in Avila Beach, California

Discover experienced CPAs in California specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, and financial planning services. California's complex state tax code and diverse business landscape require knowledgeable accounting professionals. Browse our directory to find qualified CPAs offering personalized accounting solutions for individuals and businesses..

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Showing 1 to 3 of 3 CPAs in Avila Beach, California
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Lacy K. Griffin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Avila Beach, California 93424
Lacy K. Griffin is a licensed CPA based in Avila Beach, California, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses. Her specialization includes basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, as well as sales tax compliance and payroll processing & compliance. With a focus on meeting the unique needs of her clients, Griffin offers customized accounting solutions that help her clients maintain financial stability and achieve their goals.
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Jonathan J. Ornellas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Avila Beach, California 93424
Based in Avila Beach, California, Jonathan J. Ornellas has been a practicing CPA for over 20 years, specializing in basic accounting services and individual tax services. His expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as general accounting and advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses. Jonathan serves various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, ensuring tax compliance and financial planning for his clients.
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Mary B. Armstrong
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Avila Beach, California 93424
Mary B. Armstrong is a certified public accountant based in Avila Beach, California. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she provides a range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. Her expertise includes tax planning and consulting, sales tax compliance, and small business accounting, with a focus on supporting individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Armstrong's specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting has helped numerous clients achieve financial stability and success.
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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.