Filter Results
Ogunquit
Filter Results
Ogunquit
Showing 1 to 4 of 4 CPAs in Ogunquit, Maine
P
Peter Kaufman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ogunquit, Maine 03907
Based in Ogunquit, Maine, Peter Kaufman provides accounting and tax services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs in the startup phase. With over [X] years of experience, Kaufman specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, offering support for individual and business tax return preparation. His expertise includes tax planning and consulting to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting.
RG
Raymond G. Hamlin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ogunquit, Maine 03907
Based in Ogunquit, Maine, Raymond G. Hamlin is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting services to family-owned enterprises, as well as individuals and families. His professional specializations include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, and he is well-versed in tax planning and consulting, ensuring clients are in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Additionally, Hamlin offers comprehensive tax planning and consulting services, and is skilled in preparing retirement account tax reports, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
LP
Laurence P. Cable
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ogunquit, Maine 03907
Based in Ogunquit, Maine, Laurence P. Cable brings over 15 years of experience in accounting services to support the financial needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises. Providing payroll processing and compliance services, Cable ensures that clients meet their tax obligations and maintain accurate financial records. As a seasoned professional in individual tax services and financial planning, he offers tailored guidance on managing personal finances and achieving long-term goals.
FR
Frank R. Zito
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ogunquit, Maine 03907
Based in Ogunquit, Maine, Frank R. Zito provides specialized accounting services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience, Zito focuses on providing expert tax planning and consulting, as well as basic accounting services and tax compliance. His expertise also includes IRS representation and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and make informed financial decisions.

Maine's CPA community serves a rural, tourism-oriented state with small businesses and seasonal considerations. The Maine 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 minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Maine has graduated individual income tax up to 7.15% and corporate income tax up to 8.93%. CPAs commonly handle state income tax compliance, sales tax, and property tax issues. The state's significant seasonal tourism creates cash flow management and quarterly tax planning needs. Many residents and businesses deal with cross-border issues with New Hampshire (no income tax) and Canadian trade relationships.

Industry Specializations: Tourism and hospitality (seasonal businesses), commercial fishing and lobstering, forest products and timber, boat building, agriculture (especially blueberries and potatoes), healthcare, and higher education are primary focus areas. CPAs often develop expertise in seasonal business cash flow management, fishing industry accounting, and serving vacation rental property owners.

For CPA Professionals: The Maine Society of CPAs serves a small professional community across a geographically large state. Portland dominates the market, with smaller concentrations in Bangor, Augusta, and coastal communities. Rural areas face CPA shortages, creating opportunities for practitioners willing to serve dispersed clients. The state offers outstanding quality of life, outdoor recreation, and strong community connections, though seasonal economy and aging population present challenges.