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Barry K. Jackman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mattapan, Massachusetts Licensed in Massachusetts
Based in Mattapan, Massachusetts, Barry K. Jackman provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. Wi...
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Edgar V. Thomas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mattapan, Massachusetts Licensed in Massachusetts
Based in Mattapan, Massachusetts, Edgar V. Thomas brings over 15 years of experience in accounting services. As a certified public accountant, Thomas...
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Janice M. Horton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mattapan, Massachusetts Licensed in Massachusetts
Janice M. Horton is a certified public accountant with a practice based in Mattapan, Massachusetts. With over 10 years of experience in the industry,...
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Yvette I. Philip
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mattapan, Massachusetts Licensed in Massachusetts
Based in Mattapan, Massachusetts, Yvette I. Philip provides financial expertise to a diverse range of clients, including entrepreneurs and startups, a...

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.