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Showing 1 to 22 of 22 CPAs in Northampton, Massachusetts
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Erin Moore
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Daniel W. Polachek
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Robert L. Cummings
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Wesley H. Brown
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Frank Sansom
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Leda Mahmoodi
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Cailyn M. Reed
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Steven H. Harrington
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Susan C. Lowe
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Pamela L. Richardson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Kevin K. Foley
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Magdalena E. Bishop
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Alan Hankowski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Jennifer L. Rippel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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David E. Pascucci
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Susan A. Mcquay
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Cailyn Reed
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Lyle D. Phipps
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Mary C. Meehan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Joseph Lamanna
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Joseph P. Bova
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts
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Susan A. Weiss
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Northampton, Massachusetts

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.