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Showing 21 to 30 of 34 CPAs in Watsonville, California
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David L. Mc Collum
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Based in Watsonville, California, David L. Mc Collum is a certified public accountant (CPA) with extensive experience serving the accounting needs of family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. With over years of experience in the field, Mr. Mc Collum specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, as well as financial planning and tax compliance expertise. Additionally, he offers IRS representation services to assist clients with tax-related issues, providing expert guidance and support throughout the process.
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Lei Su
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Based in Watsonville, California, Lei Su offers comprehensive accounting services to small businesses and entrepreneurs. With over 5 years of experience in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, Lei Su caters to the needs of family-owned enterprises and startups. Her expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as payroll processing and compliance, ensuring clients' financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
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Alan K. Uyematsu
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Alan K. Uyematsu is a certified public accountant based in Watsonville, California, with over 25 years of experience in financial services. He specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises, supporting their growth and tax compliance needs. Mr. Uyematsu's expertise in basic accounting services and tax planning enables him to help clients navigate complex financial situations, including retirement account tax reporting.
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Christopher P. Fischer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Christopher P. Fischer is a certified public accountant based in Watsonville, California. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting to family-owned enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses. Mr. Fischer represents clients in IRS matters and offers tax planning and consulting services to help them navigate complex tax laws.
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Clara H. Radin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Located in Watsonville, California, Clara H. Radin provides accounting services to clients in diverse business structures, including family-owned enterprises and S-Corps. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services for clients with various financial needs. Her expertise extends to payroll processing and compliance, as well as sales tax compliance, ensuring that clients are in full regulatory adherence.
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Brittney A. Dexel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Based in Watsonville, California, Brittney A. Dexel is a certified public accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in providing tax planning and consulting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, with a focus on ensuring that clients meet their financial goals and obligations. With over years of experience, Brittney Dexel has developed a strong understanding of the financial needs of her clients, tailoring her services to meet the unique requirements of each individual or business.
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Michael R. Johnson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Based in Watsonville, California, Michael R. Johnson has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. His experience includes specializing in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, focusing on supporting family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Johnson's services cover IRS representation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, helping clients navigate and comply with tax regulations and financial reporting requirements.
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Jerome R. Leite
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Based in Watsonville, California, Jerome R. Leite is a certified public accountant with over 25 years of experience providing accounting and tax expertise to a diverse range of businesses. He specializes in tax compliance and small business accounting, serving various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as offering basic accounting services to meet the evolving needs of his clients. A key focus of Leite's practice is payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that his clients stay up-to-date with changing regulations and minimize the risk of penalties and fines.
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Thomas C. Townsend
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95076
Thomas C. Townsend, a certified public accountant (CPA), provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses in Watsonville, California. With over 10 years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning. His expertise in payroll processing and sales tax compliance ensures that clients' financial obligations are met in accordance with state and federal regulations. Mr. Townsend's services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, providing personalized support and guidance on taxation, financial planning, and accounting matters.
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Robert M. Foster
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Watsonville, California 95077
Based in Watsonville, California, Robert M. Foster provides expert accounting services to meet the diverse needs of his clients. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in small business accounting, individual tax services, and basic accounting services, focusing on helping small and medium-sized businesses navigate complex financial matters. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as payroll processing and compliance, ensuring his clients are up-to-date on the latest tax laws and regulations.

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.