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Showing 1 to 8 of 8 CPAs in Sullivan, Illinois
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Max Sweeney
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Based in Sullivan, Illinois, Max Sweeney brings over 20 years of experience to the table, with a focus on providing expert guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, with a strong emphasis on staying up-to-date with changing regulations and laws. A dedicated advisor, Max offers customized tax planning and consulting services, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and achieve their goals.
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Susan A. Robinson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Based in Sullivan, Illinois, Susan A. Robinson provides comprehensive accounting services to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses in the region. With years of experience in tax preparation and financial management, she specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting. Her practice also offers IRS representation and sales tax compliance services, supporting clients in navigating complex financial regulations and ensuring compliance with tax laws.
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Brian C. Harshman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Based in Sullivan, Illinois, Brian C. Harshman is a certified public accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in accounting and tax services. With over 15 years of experience, Harshman specializes in providing tax planning and consulting, general accounting, and advisory services to entrepreneurs, startups, and small to medium-sized businesses. His expertise includes basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, making him a valuable resource for clients in the region.
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E. L. Freese
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
E. L. Freese is a certified public accountant based in Sullivan, Illinois, with over 20 years of experience in accounting services. The firm provides bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, as well as payroll processing and compliance support, to meet the unique needs of clients. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, E. L. Freese serves individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, with tailored solutions.
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Ruth D. Keown
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Ruth D. Keown is a certified public accountant with extensive experience, based in Sullivan, Illinois, where she provides accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With more than a decade of experience in taxation and accounting, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance. Keown prepares individual and business tax returns, and offers payroll processing and compliance services to ensure clients remain up-to-date with tax regulations.
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Brittany Walters
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Based in Sullivan, Illinois, Brittany Walters has over a decade of experience serving the accounting needs of her clients. Her expertise spans basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, ensuring accuracy and compliance across various industries. Walters' practice includes sales tax compliance and payroll processing & compliance, supporting the financial operations of individuals and families as well as family-owned enterprises.
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Russell Righter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Russell Righter is a certified public accountant based in Sullivan, Illinois, bringing over 20 years of experience in providing financial guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In his practice, Righter specializes in offering basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance solutions, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. One of his key services includes retirement account tax reporting, assisting clients in optimizing their retirement savings and minimizing tax liabilities.
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Katherine M. Bowsher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sullivan, Illinois 61951
Katherine M. Bowsher is a licensed certified public accountant based in Sullivan, Illinois. With over 18 years of experience in public accounting, she provides expertise in various areas, including basic accounting services and individual tax services. Her specialization in tax compliance allows her to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations, ensuring they remain in compliance. She serves individuals, families, and small to medium-sized businesses in the area, offering payroll processing and compliance services, as well as tax planning and consulting.

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.