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Debra A. Gooldy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47201
Located in Columbus, Indiana, Debra A. Gooldy is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to clients in various industries. She specializes in basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting, as well as business and individual tax services. Debra's expertise also extends to representing clients before the IRS on tax-related matters, providing individual and business tax return preparation, and serving small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups with their accounting needs.
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Mervin Ice
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47203
Certified Public Accountant Mervin Ice is based in Columbus, Indiana, and has been practicing for over 15 years. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to his core services, Mervin Ice also represents clients in IRS matters and assists with sales tax compliance.
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Lyndsey N. Bannick
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47201
Based in Columbus, Indiana, Lyndsey N. Bannick is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning to individuals and families as well as small and medium-sized businesses. In addition to general accounting and tax preparation, Lyndsey offers expertise in sales tax compliance and represents clients in IRS matters, providing guidance and support throughout the process.
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Lawrence M. Ness
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47201
Based in Columbus, Indiana, Lawrence M. Ness is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience providing financial guidance to businesses and individuals. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, with a focus on supporting various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to these services, Ness also offers tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex tax laws to achieve optimal financial outcomes.
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Michael R. Bell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47201
The firm of Michael R. Bell, CPA, provides a range of accounting and advisory services to individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses in Columbus, Indiana. With over 15 years of experience, Michael R. Bell specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, helping clients navigate complex financial issues and ensure regulatory compliance. His expertise includes general accounting and advisory, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, making him a valuable resource for businesses and individuals seeking reliable financial guidance.
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Amy M. Ostrom
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47203
Certified Public Accountant Amy M. Ostrom serves clients in Columbus, Indiana, with over 15 years of experience. Her expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to the Internal Revenue Service. A specialization in tax compliance allows her to effectively guide clients through complex tax laws and regulations, including sales tax compliance for various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Vicki R. Zeller
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47201
Vicki R. Zeller, a certified public accountant, provides bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to clients in Columbus, Indiana, and surrounding areas. With over 15 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, and families, Zeller specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance. Her expertise also includes payroll processing and compliance, ensuring clients meet regulatory requirements.
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Shawna M. Shinkle
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47203
Certified Public Accountant Shawna M. Shinkle has over 15 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups, in Columbus, Indiana. She provides a range of accounting services, including basic accounting, financial planning, and business tax services. Shinkle is also skilled in bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, and offers expertise in retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Julie A. Ness
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47201
Julie A. Ness is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Columbus, Indiana, with over 20 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, catering to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. Ness's services include individual and business tax return preparation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, aiding clients in achieving financial stability and meeting regulatory requirements.
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Thang Nguyen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Columbus, Indiana 47203
Located in Columbus, Indiana, Thang Nguyen brings over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation services, serving a diverse range of clients, including individuals and various business structures. Specializing in Basic Accounting Services, Business Tax Services, and Individual Tax Services, Nguyen provides expert support in areas such as tax planning and consulting, and payroll processing and compliance. With a focus on meeting the unique needs of each client, Nguyen offers customized solutions to help ensure ongoing financial success.

Indiana's stable CPA market serves a manufacturing-heavy economy with competitive tax rates and central location. The Indiana Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 6 hours of ethics and a mix of technical and non-technical subjects.

Key Tax Considerations: Indiana has a flat 4.9% individual income tax (with county add-ons) and a 4.9% corporate rate, creating a relatively simple tax environment. CPAs commonly handle state and county tax compliance, sales tax, and business personal property tax. The state offers various tax credits for economic development, R&D, and job creation that benefit manufacturers. Cross-border issues with neighboring states, particularly Illinois, create planning opportunities.

Industry Specializations: Manufacturing (automotive, steel, pharmaceuticals, medical devices), agriculture, healthcare systems, logistics and distribution, motorsports (Indianapolis), and higher education are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in cost accounting for manufacturers, agricultural cooperatives, and serving the recreational vehicle industry concentrated in Elkhart.

For CPA Professionals: The Indiana CPA Society serves practitioners across the state. Indianapolis dominates the market with diversified opportunities, while Fort Wayne, Evansville, South Bend, and Bloomington offer secondary markets. The state provides attractive cost of living, central location for multi-state businesses, and a business-friendly reputation. The manufacturing base creates stable demand for cost accounting and operational advisory services.