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Elvin Lay
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Auburn, Illinois 62615
Elvin Lay is a certified public accountant based in Auburn, Illinois, with over 20 years of experience in tax and accounting services. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, catering to various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Elvin also assists entrepreneurs and startups with tax planning, retirement account tax reporting, and other tax-related matters, providing expert advice to ensure compliance with the relevant tax laws and regulations.
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Matthew J. Dodd
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Auburn, Illinois 62615
Matthew J. Dodd is a certified public accountant based in Auburn, Illinois, with more than two decades of experience in the field. He specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, and provides tailored solutions for entrepreneurs and startups as well as individuals and families. Dodd's areas of expertise include tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and optimize their tax strategies.
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William A. Gregurich
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Auburn, Illinois 62615
Based in Auburn, Illinois, William A. Gregurich provides accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. With over [number] years of experience, he offers a range of services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, to support businesses in managing their finances effectively. His expertise in basic accounting, individual tax, and business tax services enables him to provide specialized support for retirement account tax reporting and other complex tax requirements. A certified public accountant, William A. Gregurich is dedicated to delivering accurate and reliable accounting solutions to his clients.
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Jeff S. Mortimer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Auburn, Illinois 62615
Located in Auburn, Illinois, Jeff S. Mortimer provides accounting and tax services to individuals, businesses, and various business structures. With over 20 years of experience in public accounting, Mr. Mortimer offers expertise in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, payroll processing, and compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations. His expertise spans across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, making him a valuable resource for small and medium-sized businesses in the region.
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Jason Jones
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Auburn, Illinois 62615
Jason Jones is a certified public accountant serving clients in Auburn, Illinois. He brings over 15 years of experience in providing tailored accounting solutions to meet the unique needs of his clients. With a focus on basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, Jason helps entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises navigate financial complexities and achieve their goals. His expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as payroll processing and compliance.

Illinois's substantial CPA market serves a diverse economy centered on Chicago's global financial and corporate hub. The Illinois Board of Examiners requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 4 hours of professional ethics and 15 hours annually in technical subjects.

Key Tax Considerations: Illinois has a flat 4.95% individual and corporate income tax, but high property taxes and complex local tax structures create planning opportunities. CPAs commonly handle multi-jurisdictional taxation (especially for Chicago businesses), sales and use tax compliance, property tax appeals, and helping high-income residents evaluate relocation to neighboring states with lower taxes. Recent tax law changes require practitioners to stay current on evolving requirements.

Industry Specializations: Financial services and commodities trading, manufacturing and industrial production, transportation and logistics (major rail and shipping hub), healthcare systems, technology, food processing, and professional services are primary focus areas. Chicago CPAs often specialize in derivatives and options trading taxation, municipal finance, and serving Fortune 500 corporate headquarters.

For CPA Professionals: The Illinois CPA Society provides extensive resources, particularly in the Chicago area. Chicago offers big-city opportunities with all major national firms present, while suburban and downstate markets (Springfield, Peoria, Rockford) provide alternatives with lower cost of living. The state faces fiscal challenges and out-migration of high earners, but Chicago's position as a global business center maintains strong demand for sophisticated accounting services.