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Showing 1 to 10 of 11 CPAs in Carmel Valley, California
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Linda M. Jensen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Linda M. Jensen is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Carmel Valley, California, with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her practice focuses on basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, with a specialization in tax preparation and planning. She also offers payroll processing and compliance services, ensuring businesses meet their tax obligations and maintain accurate financial records.
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Alvin W. Payne
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Based in Carmel Valley, California, Alvin W. Payne is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience in providing tax planning and consulting services to small and medium-sized businesses. His expertise includes basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs and startups. Payroll processing and compliance is another area of specialization, ensuring timely payments and adherence to regulatory requirements.
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Alan P. Cosseboom
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Based in Carmel Valley, California, Alan P. Cosseboom is a seasoned accounting professional with over a decade of experience. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Cosseboom's expertise also includes payroll processing and compliance, with a focus on ensuring accurate and timely payments for clients. He represents clients before the IRS, addressing tax disputes and ensuring that their rights are protected.
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Thomas F. Quilty
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Based in Carmel Valley, California, Thomas F. Quilty has been providing expert accounting services for over 20 years. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, serving family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Quilty's practice focuses on general accounting and advisory services, as well as tax planning and consulting, offering personalized guidance to help clients navigate complex financial matters.
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Thomas H. Riordan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Thomas H. Riordan, a certified public accountant based in Carmel Valley, California, has over 10 years of experience providing tax and accounting services. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services. Riordan's service offerings also encompass sales tax compliance and retirement account tax reporting, catering to the needs of individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises in the region.
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Lynn J. Sakasegawa
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Lynn J. Sakasegawa, a certified public accountant based in Carmel Valley, California, has over 20 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Her expertise includes sales tax compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, in addition to basic accounting services and individual tax services. Ms. Sakasegawa's specialization in tax compliance is notable, with a focus on helping clients understand and meet their tax obligations.
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Cheryl E. Wong
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Based in Carmel Valley, California, Cheryl E. Wong is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, catering to the diverse needs of various industries. Notably, Cheryl E. Wong assists businesses with payroll processing and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and minimizing the risk of penalties.
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Gary A. Sinnet
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Located in Carmel Valley, California, Gary A. Sinnet is a seasoned accountant with a strong background in financial management and tax planning. With over 20 years of experience in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, he provides expert guidance to entrepreneurs and startups across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as tax planning and consulting to help clients achieve their financial goals.
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Kathleen H. Pfitzer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Kathleen H. Pfitzer is a certified public accountant based in Carmel Valley, California, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals. Her specialization includes basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, catering to the diverse needs of her clients. Pfitzer is well-versed in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring her clients meet the necessary regulatory requirements. In addition to her core services, Pfitzer also specializes in sales tax compliance, providing expert guidance to her clients in this area.
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Alice S. Morris
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Carmel Valley, California 93924
Alice S. Morris is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of experience in providing expert accounting and tax services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Located in Carmel Valley, California, her practice specializes in general accounting and advisory, payroll processing, and tax compliance, with a focus on business tax services and basic accounting needs. Ms. Morris' expertise in tax compliance and business tax services allows her to help clients navigate complex regulatory requirements, ensuring accurate and timely filing of tax returns and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

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.