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Showing 31 to 40 of 87 CPAs in South Pasadena, California
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Shang-Ling Huang
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Based in South Pasadena, California, Shang-Ling Huang brings over 15 years of experience to her practice as a certified public accountant. With a focus on basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, she provides tailored guidance to various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise in tax planning and consulting enables her to help small and medium-sized businesses navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve their goals. Shang-Ling Huang's services encompass general accounting and advisory, ensuring that her clients receive comprehensive support in managing their finances and making informed business decisions.
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Kristen N. Dahlstrom
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Kristen N. Dahlstrom is a certified public accountant based in South Pasadena, California. With over 10 years of experience, she provides a range of accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, including family-owned enterprises. Her expertise includes individual tax return preparation, business tax return preparation, and financial statement compilation, as well as basic accounting services for small businesses. She is well-versed in the financial needs of small businesses, offering customized financial planning and bookkeeping services to meet their unique requirements.
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Marc I. Walton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Marc I. Walton provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families in the South Pasadena, California area. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, he specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, serving the diverse needs of his clients. His expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, as well as IRS representation, ensuring clients receive accurate and timely results.
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William R. Vasquez
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
William R. Vasquez is a certified public accountant based in South Pasadena, California, with over 15 years of experience. He provides specialized accounting and financial planning services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. Notably, Vasquez offers IRS representation services to help clients navigate tax disputes and avoid penalties. His expertise encompasses basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, helping clients achieve their financial goals.
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Jeremy R. Calva
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Located in South Pasadena, California, Jeremy R. Calva is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses. His focus areas include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, serving various business structures such as S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as family-owned enterprises. Key services offered by Jeremy R. Calva include retirement account tax reporting and individual and business tax return preparation.
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Kenneth S. Vietzke
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Based in South Pasadena, California, Kenneth S. Vietzke is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in accounting and taxation. With over 25 years of experience serving individuals and families, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, he provides comprehensive support in areas such as sales tax compliance and general accounting and advisory services. His expertise also encompasses financial planning, basic accounting services, and individual tax services, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
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Ellen Wood
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Based in South Pasadena, California, Ellen Wood provides general accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Ms. Wood offers a range of specialized services, including basic accounting, small business accounting, and individual tax services. Her expertise in bookkeeping and financial statement compilation enables clients to receive accurate and timely financial information, facilitating informed business decisions.
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Margaret M. Lee
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Based in South Pasadena, California, Margaret M. Lee provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. With over 10 years of experience, Lee specializes in basic accounting, financial planning, and business tax services, catering to the needs of startups and growing companies. Her practice focuses on bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, ensuring clients have a clear picture of their financial position. She also assists clients with retirement account tax reporting, helping them navigate the complexities of tax compliance.
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David L. Lasell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Located in South Pasadena, California, David L. Lasell provides comprehensive accounting services to individuals and families, as well as various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, Mr. Lasell offers specialized knowledge in these areas. His expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, as well as retirement account tax reporting, ensuring clients meet their financial obligations on time.
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Lee-Min Doo
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Pasadena, California 91030
Located in South Pasadena, California, Lee-Min Doo is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience. Her practice specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services to individuals, families, and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to financial statement compilation and bookkeeping, Doo also offers payroll processing and compliance services to help clients maintain accurate and timely payroll records.

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.