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Showing 1 to 10 of 47 CPAs in Clayton, California
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Janice Y. Eluthesen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Based in Clayton, California, Janice Y. Eluthesen offers a range of accounting and tax services to clients in various business structures, including S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and ensuring tax compliance for her clients. Her expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation as well as sales tax compliance, serving small and medium-sized businesses in the local area. Janice is a certified public accountant with a commitment to delivering accurate and timely financial solutions to her clients.
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Joseph Poka
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Based in Clayton, California, Joseph Poka provides accounting and tax services to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. With over years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, addressing the unique needs of his clients. Poka's expertise also extends to IRS representation and tax planning and consulting, helping his clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Lesile E. Hischier
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Lesile E. Hischier is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience, serving clients in the local Clayton, California area. Her specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services has enabled her to effectively cater to the financial needs of family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Ms. Hischier's expertise extends to tax planning and consulting, as well as sales tax compliance, providing comprehensive financial guidance to her clients.
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Susan K. Mclaurine
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Susan K. Mclaurine is a certified public accountant based in Clayton, California, with over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. She specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, offering expert advice on financial planning and management to entrepreneurs and startups. Mclaurine also provides general accounting and advisory services, and represents clients before the IRS in matters of tax disputes and representation.
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Debora A. Allen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Debora A. Allen, a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience, serves clients in Clayton, California. Her expertise spans a range of services, including general accounting and advisory, payroll processing and compliance, as well as basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning. Allen's specialization in various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, makes her a suitable choice for small and medium-sized businesses seeking professional guidance on financial matters.
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Daniel L. Bernert
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Based in Clayton, California, Daniel L. Bernert is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience in providing accounting services to individuals and family-owned enterprises. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, he offers tailored solutions for a wide range of clients. Mr. Bernert also provides expertise in retirement account tax reporting and sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations with confidence.
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Janet C. Stratford
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Janet C. Stratford is a certified public accountant based in Clayton, California, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to individuals and businesses in the Bay Area. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, catering to various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. She also offers sales tax compliance and individual and business tax return preparation, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to relevant authorities.
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Marc T. Macaulay
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Based in Clayton, California, Marc T. Macaulay is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in providing accounting and tax services. With over [insert years] years of experience, his practice specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance for entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises. Macaulay's expertise also includes retirement account tax reporting and IRS representation, giving clients peace of mind during complex tax situations.
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Steven R. Hanson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Located in Clayton, California, Steven R. Hanson is a CPA with a focus on providing expert accounting and tax services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 20 years of experience in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, Hanson has established himself as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs and startups. His services include sales tax compliance and individual and business tax return preparation, catering to the diverse needs of his clients.
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Martha E. Flannery
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clayton, California 94517
Martha E. Flannery is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Clayton, California, with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to individuals and businesses. Her expertise spans a range of services, including basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, catering to diverse business structures such as S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Martha also specializes in payroll processing and compliance, as well as IRS representation, ensuring her clients receive accurate and timely support in navigating complex tax matters.

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.