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Felicia Samuel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92685
Felicia Samuel, a certified public accountant based in Westminster, California, has over 18 years of experience providing financial guidance to various business structures and individuals. Her specialization in tax compliance and business tax services enables her to expertly navigate complex tax laws and regulations, ensuring clients' financial well-being. Ms. Samuel offers comprehensive general accounting and advisory services, including basic accounting services for small businesses and tax planning for individuals and families. With her extensive expertise and dedication to her clients, Ms. Samuel provides personalized financial solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each business or individual she serves.
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Thanh P. Van
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Based in Westminster, California, Thanh P. Van is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and various business structures. Her expertise includes basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex tax regulations. Van's services also encompass sales tax compliance and retirement account tax reporting, ensuring clients' financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
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Kelly M. Bien
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Kelly M. Bien is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Westminster, California. With over 10 years of experience, she provides tax planning and consulting services, as well as IRS representation to individuals and families. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, catering to the needs of family-owned enterprises. Ms. Bien's expertise spans a range of industries, including those served by family-owned businesses and individuals and families.
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James D. Callahan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Based in Westminster, California, James D. Callahan is a seasoned CPA with over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting services to Individuals and Families, as well as Small and Medium-Sized Businesses. His areas of specialization include Basic Accounting Services, Tax Compliance, and Business Tax Services, ensuring clients receive comprehensive support for their financial needs. Mr. Callahan also provides Sales Tax Compliance services, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Joanne R. Barton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Joanne R. Barton is a practicing certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience based in Westminster, California. She provides expert tax compliance services, including sales tax compliance, to individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and startups across various industries. In addition to tax return preparation for individuals and businesses, Barton offers basic accounting services, catering to the needs of small business owners seeking tailored financial solutions. Her specialization in tax compliance allows her to navigate complex tax laws and regulations, ensuring clients remain compliant and avoid potential penalties.
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Jean Pugh
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Based in Westminster, California, Jean Pugh is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience providing accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals. Her specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services has helped numerous clients navigate complex financial situations. Pugh's expertise also extends to retirement account tax reporting, ensuring accurate and timely filings for clients.
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Sameh William
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Located in Westminster, California, Sameh William is a seasoned accounting professional with over 15 years of experience in providing tax and financial services to entrepreneurs and startups as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His specialization in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services enables him to offer tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of his clients. Sameh's expertise extends to payroll processing and compliance, as well as IRS representation, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in navigating the tax system.
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Angela Q. Cat
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Located in Westminster, California, Angela Q. Cat provides financial guidance and accounting expertise to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex financial situations. Her services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as retirement account tax reporting, ensuring clients meet their financial obligations and stay compliant with tax regulations.
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Barbara E. Willis
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Based in Westminster, California, Barbara E. Willis has over 20 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to a diverse range of clients. Her expertise includes bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and tax return preparation for individuals and businesses. Specializing in business tax services, tax compliance, and basic accounting services, Barbara serves various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups.
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Eric S. Harakuni
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westminster, California 92683
Located in Westminster, California, Eric S. Harakuni brings over 20 years of experience in accounting and taxation to his clients. With specializations in basic accounting, individual tax services, and financial planning, he provides expert guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises in the Westminster area. His services include sales tax compliance and IRS representation, ensuring clients' financial matters are handled efficiently and effectively.

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.