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Showing 1 to 4 of 4 CPAs in Curtis Bay, Maryland
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Matthew L. Gahm
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Curtis Bay, Maryland 21226
Based in Curtis Bay, Maryland, Matthew L. Gahm has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. He specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. Matthew's expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, in addition to tax planning and consulting.
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Scott D. Handwerger
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Curtis Bay, Maryland 21226
Based in Curtis Bay, Maryland, Scott D. Handwerger leverages his experience as a CPA to provide trusted accounting and advisory services to clients in the Baltimore metropolitan area. With over 10 years of experience, Handwerger specializes in serving family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs, offering tailored guidance on financial planning, tax preparation, and compliance. His expertise encompasses a range of services, including basic accounting, small business accounting, and individual tax services, as well as IRS representation and dispute resolution.
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Robert J. Szumla
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Curtis Bay, Maryland 21226
Located in Curtis Bay, Maryland, Robert J. Szumla provides expert accounting services to meet the diverse needs of his clients. With over 20 years of experience in the field, he specializes in tax preparation and planning for individuals and businesses, including complex business structures like S-Corps and Partnerships. Robert's areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, making him a trusted resource for family-owned enterprises and various business entities, including LLCs. By combining technical knowledge with personalized attention, Robert helps his clients navigate tax laws and optimize their financial strategies, ensuring compliance and maximizing financial efficiency.
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Diana K. Hester
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Curtis Bay, Maryland 21226
Diana K. Hester is a licensed CPA based in Curtis Bay, Maryland, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services. She specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, with a focus on serving small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Hester's expertise also includes sales tax compliance, making her a valuable resource for companies navigating complex tax regulations.

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.