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Showing 91 to 97 of 97 CPAs in Castro Valley, California
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Karen S. Hui
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94552
Karen S. Hui is a certified public accountant based in Castro Valley, California. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Her expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, as well as sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations.
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I. C. Lee
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94552
Based in Castro Valley, California, I. C. Lee has been providing general accounting and advisory services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses since 2005. The CPA offers bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, in addition to tax preparation and compliance work, including individual tax services and basic accounting services. With expertise in tax compliance and individual tax services, Lee assists clients in navigating complex financial regulations and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
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Leslie C. Maslowski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94552
Based in Castro Valley, California, Leslie C. Maslowski is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of experience in taxation and accounting. She provides a variety of accounting services, including IRS representation, tax planning and consulting, and basic accounting services tailored to individuals and families as well as small and medium-sized businesses. Maslowski specializes in tax compliance and business tax services, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations to optimize their financial situations.
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Mary A. Passarella
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94546
Mary A. Passarella is a certified public accountant based in Castro Valley, California, with extensive experience in providing financial guidance to individuals and businesses in the region. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and tax services, she specializes in general accounting and advisory, individual tax services, and basic accounting services for various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise includes retirement account tax reporting and providing financial guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, utilizing her knowledge of tax laws and regulations to help clients achieve their financial goals.
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Steven D. Dorough
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94546
Located in Castro Valley, California, Steven D. Dorough is an experienced CPA serving the accounting needs of family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning to meet the unique needs of his clients. His services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, helping businesses maintain accurate records and stay compliant with regulatory requirements.
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Desire A. Andjou
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94546
Based in Castro Valley, California, Desire A. Andjou serves the accounting needs of small and medium-sized businesses, including corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies. With over [number of years] years of experience in the field, Andjou provides general accounting and advisory services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting. Her expertise extends to tax compliance and small business accounting, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations and ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance.
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Jack T. Hsieh
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Castro Valley, California 94552
Based in Castro Valley, California, Jack T. Hsieh provides comprehensive accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses as well as individuals and families. With over 10 years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning. His expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, with a focus on retirement account tax reporting, allowing clients to navigate complex tax requirements with confidence. As a seasoned tax professional, Jack T. Hsieh stays up-to-date with the latest tax laws and regulations, ensuring accurate and compliant financial solutions for his diverse range of clients.

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.