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Showing 121 to 130 of 189 CPAs in Westfield, Massachusetts
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Thomas M. Higgins
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Thomas M. Higgins is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving individuals and families in Westfield, Massachusetts. With over 15 years of experienc...
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Edward J. Colville
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Edward J. Colville is a certified public accountant based in Westfield, Massachusetts, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting and ta...
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Yung Y. Ching
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Yung Y. Ching is a certified public accountant based in Westfield, Massachusetts, offering accounting services to a diverse range of clients. With ove...
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Anne L. Klein
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Located in Westfield, Massachusetts, Anne L. Klein has provided accounting expertise to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized bu...
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Brian E. Raftery
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Brian E. Raftery is a licensed certified public accountant (CPA) based in Westfield, Massachusetts. With over 15 years of experience serving the Weste...
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John P. Liptak
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Based in Westfield, Massachusetts, John P. Liptak has been providing financial services to clients for over 20 years. His expertise spans bookkeeping...
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John B. Degnan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Based in Westfield, Massachusetts, John B. Degnan is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting services to...
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Denis M. Sullivan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
In Westfield, Massachusetts, Denis M. Sullivan offers a range of accounting services, including general accounting and advisory, bookkeeping, and fina...
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Timothy J. Williams
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Based in Westfield, Massachusetts, Timothy J. Williams is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience providing comprehensive accounting...
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Gerald C. Reiss
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
Gerald C. Reiss is a certified public accountant based in Westfield, Massachusetts. With over 12 years of experience, he provides specialized services...

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.