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Showing 1 to 25 of 25 CPAs in Amesbury, Massachusetts
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Jared L. Chaput
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Brian P. Cressey
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Gary M. Potavin
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Stephen P. Trenholm
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Ashley M. Calderwood
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Ashley N. Rowe
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
PR
Peter R. Ayer
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Nathan R. Gray
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Robert A. Busch
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Joyce M. Welsh
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
MD
Monique D. Griffin
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Sharon L. Mcafee
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Marilyn Conant
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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David S. Platt
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Laurie H. Knapp
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
DE
Douglas E. Chambers
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
CA
Cynthia A. Dixey
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Thomas P. Graham
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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David Platt
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Michael K. Takesian
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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Linda W. Ferguson
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
CM
Carl M. Hanson
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
DA
David A. Hamel
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
CA
Christine A. Cressey
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed
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R. K. Berman
Certified Public Accountant
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Verified Licensed

Massachusetts's prominent CPA market serves a highly educated, innovation-driven economy with strong financial services and technology sectors. The Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 4 hours of ethics and 16 hours in accounting or auditing subjects.

Key Tax Considerations: Massachusetts has a flat 5% income tax on most income (9% on short-term capital gains) and complex corporate tax structure. CPAs commonly handle state tax compliance, local property tax issues, multi-state taxation for businesses with operations beyond Massachusetts, and sophisticated estate planning for high-net-worth individuals. The concentration of venture-backed startups creates strong demand for stock option taxation, qualified small business stock (QSBS) planning, and 83(b) election guidance.

Industry Specializations: Biotechnology and life sciences, technology and software, financial services and asset management, healthcare systems, higher education, professional services, and venture capital are primary focus areas. Boston CPAs often specialize in startup equity compensation, biotech R&D tax credits, venture capital fund accounting, or serving the needs of university endowments and research institutions.

For CPA Professionals: The Massachusetts Society of CPAs provides robust resources, particularly in the Greater Boston area. Boston offers big-city opportunities with concentration of national firms and specialized boutiques serving innovative industries. Worcester, Springfield, and Cape Cod provide alternatives with lower costs. The state's highly educated workforce, prestigious universities, and innovation economy create dynamic practice opportunities, though high cost of living and competitive market require strong differentiation.