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Showing 21 to 27 of 27 CPAs in Cohasset, Massachusetts
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Kelly J. Sunday
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Kelly J. Sunday is a licensed certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the financial needs of entrepreneurs and startups,...
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James F. Kearney
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Based in Cohasset, Massachusetts, James F. Kearney brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and financial services to his clients. His areas o...
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Julie A. Barrett
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Based in Cohasset, Massachusetts, Julie A. Barrett is a seasoned accountant providing accounting services to individuals and families, as well as entr...
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Paul J. Pitts
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Based in Cohasset, Massachusetts, Paul J. Pitts is a certified public accountant (CPA) with over a decade of experience serving small and medium-sized...
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Daniel T. Crumley
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Daniel T. Crumley is a certified public accountant based in Cohasset, Massachusetts, with over a decade of experience serving small and medium-sized b...
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Maryann E. Murphy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Maryann E. Murphy is a licensed CPA based in Cohasset, Massachusetts, with over 20 years of experience in providing accounting services to small and m...
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Michael B. Kearney
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cohasset, Massachusetts 02025
Based in Cohasset, Massachusetts, Michael B. Kearney serves family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs with his expertise in tax and accounting matter...

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.