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Sandra K. O'Meara
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Summerland, California 93067
Sandra K. O'Meara, a certified public accountant, has been providing accounting services to the Summerland community since 2008. Her expertise includes general accounting and advisory services, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, catering to individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and startups in various industries. With a specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, O'Meara advises clients on financial matters, including budgeting, financial planning, and tax compliance.
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Tod D. Berlinger
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Summerland, California 93067
Based in Summerland, California, Tod D. Berlinger provides expert accounting services to the local business community. A seasoned accountant with extensive experience in the field, he offers specialized services in bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and sales tax compliance. With a focus on small business accounting, tax compliance, and basic accounting services, Berlinger's expertise enables entrepreneurs and startups to establish a solid financial foundation. Having served a variety of industries, including small and medium-sized businesses, he brings a unique understanding of the unique challenges faced by these organizations.
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Kathleen H. Dussaq
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Summerland, California 93067
Based in Summerland, California, Kathleen H. Dussaq is a seasoned accounting professional with years of experience helping small businesses and entrepreneurs navigate complex tax regulations. Her specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services has equipped her to effectively manage the financial operations of various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Dussaq also provides specialized services in retirement account tax reporting and sales tax compliance, ensuring her clients are in compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. With a deep understanding of the tax implications affecting various industries, Kathleen H. Dussaq offers tailored financial guidance to help her clients achieve their business goals.
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Kathryn C. Williams
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Summerland, California 93067
Kathryn C. Williams is a certified public accountant based in Summerland, California, with over 20 years of experience in providing financial expertise to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. Her specialization lies in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, catering to the diverse needs of her clients. She offers bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, ensuring accurate and timely financial records, as well as sales tax compliance, guaranteeing businesses meet their tax obligations.

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.