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Showing 1 to 4 of 4 CPAs in North Highlands, California
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Carolyn A. Mink
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location North Highlands, California 95660
Based in North Highlands, California, Carolyn A. Mink has been providing professional accounting services for over 10 years. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, catering to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. Carolyn's services also encompass bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as individual and business tax return preparation.
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Janet M. Fazekas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location North Highlands, California 95660
Located in North Highlands, California, Janet M. Fazekas brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation to her clients. She provides general accounting and advisory services, including individual and business tax return preparation, as well as expert guidance on basic accounting services for small business owners. Her areas of specialization include small business accounting and business tax services, serving a variety of business structures, including family-owned enterprises and S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Alan A. Matre
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location North Highlands, California 95660
Based in North Highlands, California, Alan A. Matre, CPA, provides specialized accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Matre focuses on basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, helping clients navigate complex financial matters. His expertise also extends to bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as payroll processing and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.
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Terra A. Van Zant
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location North Highlands, California 95660
Terra A. Van Zant is a certified public accountant in North Highlands, California, with over 15 years of experience serving individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, which cater to the diverse needs of her clients. Van Zant provides valuable services such as retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that her clients meet their financial obligations and stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements. Serving as a trusted advisor, Terra A. Van Zant assists her clients in navigating complex tax laws and accounting regulations, providing them with peace of mind and financial stability.

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.