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Elizabeth S. Gregory
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bishopville, Maryland 21813
Elizabeth S. Gregory is a CPA with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses in the Bishopville, Maryland area. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, allowing her to effectively address the unique needs of her clients. Gregory is particularly experienced in retirement account tax reporting and tax planning and consulting, helping her clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Patricia A. Greer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bishopville, Maryland 21813
Patricia A. Greer, a licensed CPA, has been serving the financial needs of individuals and families in Bishopville, Maryland, and surrounding areas for over 15 years. Her expertise lies in providing comprehensive bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, as well as tax planning and consulting for entrepreneurs and startups. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, Patricia Greer offers customized solutions to meet the unique needs of her clients.
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James P. Shumate
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bishopville, Maryland 21813
Bishopville, Maryland-based CPA James P. Shumate has over three decades of experience rendering expert accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. An expert in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, Mr. Shumate provides tailored guidance to meet the diverse needs of his clients. His expertise includes sales tax compliance, IRS representation, and more, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations with confidence.
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Ronald C. Orash
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bishopville, Maryland 21813
Ronald C. Orash is a licensed CPA based in Bishopville, Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, the majority of his practice focuses on serving small and medium-sized businesses, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, providing guidance on various aspects of their financial operations. His expertise includes tax compliance, tax planning and consulting, as well as basic accounting services, making him a valuable resource for business owners seeking financial guidance and support.

Maryland's sophisticated CPA market serves a wealthy state with strong government contracting, biotechnology, and financial services sectors. The Maryland Board of Public 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 in accounting subjects.

Key Tax Considerations: Maryland has graduated individual income tax up to 5.75% (plus local county taxes) and an 8.25% corporate rate. CPAs commonly handle complex multi-state taxation due to proximity to D.C., Virginia, and Pennsylvania, state and local tax compliance, and high-income tax planning. The concentration of federal employees creates specialized needs for federal retirement benefits, Thrift Savings Plan distributions, and security clearance-related business structures.

Industry Specializations: Federal government contracting (especially defense and cybersecurity), biotechnology and life sciences, financial services, healthcare systems, higher education, real estate, and professional services are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in government contractor accounting systems (DCAA compliance), biotech startup funding and equity, and serving high-net-worth individuals in affluent suburbs.

For CPA Professionals: The Maryland Association of CPAs provides extensive resources across the state. Major markets include Baltimore (financial services, healthcare), suburban Washington D.C. areas (government contracting, high earners), and the I-270 biotech corridor. Competition is strong in metro areas but sophisticated client needs create opportunities for specialized expertise. High cost of living in D.C. suburbs is offset by strong compensation and proximity to major federal contracting opportunities.