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Eric N. Bergstrom
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Based in Newport Coast, California, Eric N. Bergstrom provides a range of accounting services to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 10 years of experience, Bergstrom's expertise spans basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services. His services include retirement account tax reporting, payroll processing and compliance, and he is well-versed in the tax requirements of his clients in the Newport Coast area.
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Osamu Murata
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Osamu Murata is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience in tax and accounting services. Based in Newport Coast, California, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting solutions for family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. Osamu also offers IRS representation and retirement account tax reporting services, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Ronald L. Merriman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Ronald L. Merriman is a certified public accountant based in Newport Coast, California, with over 25 years of experience in tax and accounting services. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services to family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Merriman prepares individual and business tax return services, ensuring accurate and compliant tax filings, and offers sales tax compliance services to ensure clients meet all state and local requirements.
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Ashley B. Hallsman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Based in Newport Coast, California, Ashley B. Hallsman provides accounting expertise to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. With over 8 years of experience in the field, Hallsman specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, helping clients achieve their financial goals. Her services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, ensuring that clients are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
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Grant M. Freeman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Grant M. Freeman is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Newport Coast, California, with extensive experience in providing accounting services to individuals and family-owned enterprises since 2007. His expertise spans basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. Freeman also offers specialized services in IRS representation and payroll processing & compliance, providing critical support for businesses looking to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of family-owned enterprises and individuals, Grant M. Freeman provides tailored accounting solutions to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
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Steven J. Schonwit
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Located in Newport Coast, California, Steven J. Schonwit provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. With over 20 years of experience in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, he offers expertise in payroll processing and compliance. His services include general accounting and advisory, covering areas such as financial planning and budgeting for small business owners and individuals.
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Mark K. Nakamura
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Based in Newport Coast, California, Mark K. Nakamura offers a range of accounting services tailored to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. With over 15 years of experience, Nakamura specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, to support business growth and financial stability. His expertise also extends to individual and business tax services, covering basic accounting needs and complex tax requirements.
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Richard J. Kuchinskas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Based in Newport Coast, California, Richard J. Kuchinskas is a seasoned accounting professional with extensive experience spanning over 25 years. He specializes in providing comprehensive accounting services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses, focusing on basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services. Mr. Kuchinskas' expertise also encompasses payroll processing and compliance, ensuring seamless and accurate management for his clients. His diverse client base includes individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, benefiting from his personalized and customized approach to tax return preparation and other accounting needs.
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George J. Grupp
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
George J. Grupp is a certified public accountant based in Newport Coast, California, with over 15 years of experience serving clients in the local area. His services include general accounting and advisory, as well as IRS representation, addressing clients' tax and financial needs with expertise in financial planning. Grupp specializes in providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses.
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Laurel B. Mann
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport Coast, California 92657
Laurel B. Mann is a certified public accountant based in Newport Coast, California, with over seven years of experience in providing accounting and tax services. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, she serves entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises in the Southern California area. Her services include tax planning and consulting, as well as general accounting and advisory services, allowing clients to navigate complex financial situations with confidence.

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.