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Showing 11 to 13 of 13 CPAs in Sun Valley, California
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Levon Ayrikyan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sun Valley, California 91352
Levon Ayrikyan, a certified public accountant, brings over 20 years of experience in tax compliance, financial planning, and general accounting to his practice in Sun Valley, California. His expertise extends to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as individual and family tax planning. Levon's services encompass retirement account tax reporting, general accounting, and advisory services, supporting his clients in meeting their financial goals.
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Maria A. Contreras
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sun Valley, California 91352
Maria A. Contreras is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in tax planning and consulting for small and medium-sized businesses in California. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, she provides expert advice on a range of topics, from financial planning to sales tax compliance. Located in Sun Valley, California, her practice serves a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Harriet H. Kam
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sun Valley, California 91352
Harriet H. Kam is a certified public accountant based in Sun Valley, California, with over 10 years of experience in tax planning and financial consulting. Her services encompass comprehensive tax preparation and planning for individual and business entities, as well as basic accounting and financial planning support. Kam's expertise extends to diverse business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, making her a trusted resource for entrepreneurs and startup companies in the region.

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.