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Rossana V. Bruni
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Located in Soquel, California, Rossana V. Bruni has been a practicing CPA for over 15 years, providing expert accounting services to entrepreneurs, startups, and individuals. Specializing in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, her practice focuses on helping clients achieve financial stability and tax efficiency. In addition to tax planning and consulting, she prepares individual and business tax returns for clients in a variety of industries, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to the IRS.
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William P. Mcdermott
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Based in Soquel, California, William P. Mcdermott has been providing accounting services since 2001, offering specialized support for small businesses and family-owned enterprises. His expertise includes sales tax compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, ensuring clients maintain accurate and compliant financial records. With experience serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, William P. Mcdermott helps his clients navigate complex tax compliance and regulatory requirements.
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Susan M. Fox
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Susan M. Fox is a certified public accountant based in Soquel, California, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting and advisory services to entrepreneurs and startups. Her practice specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, catering to a range of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to general accounting and advisory services, Fox also offers expertise in sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate the complexities of sales tax laws and regulations.
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Melanie A. Cleveland
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Located in Soquel, California, Melanie A. Cleveland is a certified public accountant with more than 15 years of experience providing accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. Her expertise spans basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting, as well as individual and business tax services, such as tax planning and preparation. Cleveland also specializes in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees, and sales tax compliance, helping businesses navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Peter A. Thomas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Peter A. Thomas, a seasoned accounting professional based in Soquel, California, has been serving clients for over 20 years. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, including financial statement compilation and bookkeeping, to family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. Additionally, Thomas offers IRS representation services, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and resolve disputes with the Internal Revenue Service. With a focus on individual tax services, basic accounting services, and small business accounting, Peter A. Thomas offers tailored support to meet the unique needs of his clients.
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Louis R. Del Prete
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Based in Soquel, California, Louis R. Del Prete provides expert accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. With over 25 years of experience, Del Prete specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting. He also offers specialized services, such as retirement account tax reporting and sales tax compliance, to help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and avoid penalties.
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Robert J. Cihos
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Robert J. Cihos is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Soquel, California, with over 20 years of experience in accounting and taxation. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, his expertise caters to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises and small businesses. Mr. Cihos provides IRS representation and tax planning and consulting services to help clients navigate complex tax laws and resolve various tax issues.
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Valerie B. Walters
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Located in Soquel, California, Valerie B. Walters provides general accounting and advisory services to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, Ms. Walters specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services. Servicing a diverse range of clients, including small and medium-sized businesses, Valerie B. Walters offers tailored tax planning and consulting to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether providing general accounting support or assisting with complex tax matters, Ms. Walters brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every engagement.
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Graham Stokes
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Soquel, California 95073
Graham Stokes is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience, providing tailored accounting services to clients in Soquel, California. His expertise encompasses general accounting and advisory services, tax planning and consulting, as well as financial planning for family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Stokes' specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning enables him to offer comprehensive guidance to his clients.

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.