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Certified Public Accountants in California

Discover experienced CPAs in California specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, and financial planning services. California's complex state tax code and diverse business landscape require knowledgeable accounting professionals. Browse our directory to find qualified CPAs offering personalized accounting solutions for individuals and businesses..

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Takashi B. Ueki
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90501
Takashi B. Ueki is a certified public accountant based in Torrance, California, with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses. He specializes in basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting, as well as business tax services, such as tax planning and corporate returns. A notable aspect of his practice is his representation of clients before the IRS, helping resolve tax disputes and issues. Mr. Ueki's services cater to businesses with various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, offering customized accounting solutions to meet their unique needs. With a deep understanding of the complexities of business taxation, he provides expert advice and support to businesses in Torrance and the surrounding areas.
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Peter K. Kim
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90501
Located in Torrance, California, Peter K. Kim serves a diverse client base, including individuals and families, as well as businesses across various structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 10 years of experience, Mr. Kim provides expert financial planning, tax consulting, and basic accounting services to help clients navigate the complexities of business taxation and compliance. His expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, as well as tax planning and consulting, making him a valuable resource for those seeking financial guidance.
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Michiko Suzuki
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90501
Based in Torrance, California, Michiko Suzuki has been providing tax and accounting services for over 10 years. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, Suzuki caters to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, families, and various business structures such as S-corporations, partnerships, and LLCs. She offers expert preparation of individual and business tax returns, as well as retirement account tax reporting. With her extensive experience, Suzuki assists clients in navigating complex tax requirements and developing tailored financial strategies.
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Jong N. Cho
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90504
Jong N. Cho is a licensed CPA operating in Torrance, California. With over a decade of experience in the field, Cho has developed a specialization in providing tax reporting services for retirement accounts, financial planning, and general accounting and advisory services. Cho serves a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs and startups with various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Cho's expertise includes business tax services, basic accounting services, and assisting with financial planning for small businesses and individuals.
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Hosoon Kim
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90502
Hosoon Kim is a licensed CPA with a presence in Torrance, California, with over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation. Kim specializes in providing individual and family tax services, as well as serving small business accounting needs in the Los Angeles area. Her expertise includes IRS representation and preparation of both individual and business tax returns, making her a valuable resource for those navigating tax issues. With a focus on basic accounting services, she helps individual clients and family-owned enterprises maintain accurate financial records and achieve financial stability.
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Dean Y. Kikuchi
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90502
Torrance-based accountant Dean Y. Kikuchi brings over 20 years of experience in providing expert accounting services to individuals and businesses. With a specialization in tax compliance and individual tax services, he helps clients navigate complex financial situations and ensure accurate tax returns. Dean's services include IRS representation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, catering to the needs of individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Sheena Wiraatmadja
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90505
Sheena Wiraatmadja is a certified public accountant based in Torrance, California, with over 15 years of experience in financial planning and tax services. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, catering to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. She provides personalized support for clients navigating tax issues, including IRS representation and ensures accurate tax reporting for retirement accounts, ensuring compliance and minimizing potential risks.
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Joanne Hou
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90503
Torrance-based accountant Joanne Hou provides comprehensive financial guidance to Small and Medium-Sized Businesses, Entrepreneurs and Startups in California. With over 15 years of experience in accounting, Hou specializes in providing Basic Accounting Services, as well as Individual Tax Services and Small Business Accounting. She is well-versed in Sales Tax Compliance and prepares Individual and Business Tax Returns, assisting clients in navigating complex tax regulations and ensuring compliance.
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Nao K. Pabalan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90503
Torrance, California-based Nao K. Pabalan has been providing accounting services since 2008. Her expertise includes general accounting and advisory services, as well as payroll processing and compliance for various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as individual clients. Pabalan specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and achieve long-term goals. With experience serving a diverse range of industries, including individuals and families, Pabalan offers tailored guidance to meet the unique needs of each client.
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Justin M. Harano
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Torrance, California 90503
Based in Torrance, California, Justin M. Harano is an experienced certified public accountant with over 12 years of service to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, enabling him to address the distinct needs of small to medium-sized businesses. As a certified public accountant, Harano offers specialized services in payroll processing and compliance, as well as individual and business tax return preparation.
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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.