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Showing 1 to 7 of 7 CPAs in Hampden, Massachusetts
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Stephen E. Sugermeyer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
Based in Hampden, Massachusetts, Stephen E. Sugermeyer is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in accounting and taxation. His pra...
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Lisa M. Fallon
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
Lisa M. Fallon is a practicing CPA based in Hampden, Massachusetts, with over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting services to various b...
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Kathleen T. Zilch
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
Hailing from Hampden, Massachusetts, Kathleen T. Zilch brings over 20 years of experience in delivering accounting services to her clients. Her expert...
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Camilla Desmarais
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
Based in Hampden, Massachusetts, Camilla Desmarais provides expert accounting services to clients across a range of industries, including family-owned...
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Karen Myracle
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
Karen Myracle is a certified public accountant with over 12 years of experience in Hampden, Massachusetts. She specializes in providing basic accounti...
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John M. Obrien
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
John M. Obrien is a certified public accountant based in Hampden, Massachusetts, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to...
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Amy A. Shank
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hampden, Massachusetts 01036
Amy A. Shank is a certified public accountant based in Hampden, Massachusetts, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to famil...

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.