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