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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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Ryan J. Swedalla
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94102
Ryan J. Swedalla is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in San Francisco, California, with over 12 years of experience in the field. He specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a focus on basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, Swedalla has worked with numerous entrepreneurs and startups, helping them navigate complex financial regulations and achieve their business goals.
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Wun H. Chan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94119
Based in San Francisco, California, Wun H. Chan is a seasoned certified public accountant. With over 10 years of experience in providing accounting and taxation services, Wun H. Chan specializes in offering business tax services, financial planning, and basic accounting services to a diverse range of clients. Her expertise encompasses payroll processing and compliance, as well as tax planning and consulting, serving various business structures including S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs, as well as family-owned enterprises.
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Olga E. Malkiman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94133
San Francisco-based Certified Public Accountant Olga E. Malkiman has been providing accounting and tax services for over 15 years to small and medium-sized businesses in the San Francisco area. Her practice specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning for a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Malkiman prepares individual and business tax returns and offers advisory services to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Brian W. Smith
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94107
Brian W. Smith, a certified public accountant based in San Francisco, California, has been providing financial guidance to individuals and businesses for over 15 years. With expertise in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, Smith's practice caters to a diverse range of clients, including family-owned enterprises and various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. As a seasoned practitioner of IRS representation, Smith assists clients with tax disputes and audits, ensuring compliance and minimizing financial liabilities.
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Lindsey M. Brooksher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94109
Lindsey M. Brooksher is a certified public accountant based in San Francisco, California, with over a decade of experience in providing accounting and advisory services. She specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, serving small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises. Through her practice, she offers comprehensive IRS representation, assisting clients with tax disputes and audits.
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Jinglan Song
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94133
Jinglan Song is a certified public accountant (CPA) with extensive experience serving clients in San Francisco, California. With over 5 years of practice in accounting and tax preparation, Jinglan specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services. Her expertise encompasses sales tax compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation for various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as family-owned enterprises.
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Cecilia Eng
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94108
Cecilia Eng is a certified public accountant based in San Francisco, California, with over 12 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. Her practice focuses on basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations and manage their finances effectively. Notably, she has extensive experience in sales tax compliance and IRS representation, providing expert guidance in areas such as sales tax audits and dispute resolution.
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Kyle R. Klopfer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94105
Based in San Francisco, California, Kyle R. Klopfer has over 10 years of experience providing accounting services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. As a certified public accountant, Klopfer specializes in individual and business tax return preparation, as well as IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. He offers a range of services, including basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, catering to the diverse needs of his clients across various industries.
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John L. Kwan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94122
John L. Kwan is a certified public accountant with years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups in the San Francisco area. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning to meet the unique needs of his clients. Kwan's expertise in payroll processing and compliance has helped businesses maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. With a focus on individual and business tax return preparation, he ensures that clients receive timely and accurate tax returns.
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Kevin I. Lee
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location San Francisco, California 94105
Based in San Francisco, California, Kevin I. Lee provides accounting services to a diverse range of clients. With over a decade of experience in the field, Lee offers a range of specialized services including tax compliance and basic accounting for small businesses. His expertise encompasses individual and business tax return preparation, as well as retirement account tax reporting. Lee's experience serving individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the unique financial needs and challenges faced by his clients.
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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.