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Linda Trifone
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Linda Trifone is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience based in Ridgeland, Mississippi. She provides individual and business tax return preparation, as well as IRS representation services to small and medium-sized businesses with various business structures. Specializing in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, Linda helps clients navigate complex financial matters and stay compliant with tax laws.
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Robert D. Parker
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Robert D. Parker is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience in Ridgeland, Mississippi. He specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance for individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. Parker also provides general accounting and advisory services, including IRS representation for clients facing tax issues.
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Thomas J. Wiygul
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Thomas J. Wiygul has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. His expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, as well as payroll processing and compliance. With specializations in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, Wiygul caters to the needs of individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. He offers additional support through his expertise in QuickBooks software, enhancing his clients' accounting and financial management capabilities.
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Jonathan M. Legner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Jonathan M. Legner is a certified public accountant serving the financial needs of small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises in Ridgeland, Mississippi. With over 20 years of experience, Legner provides specialized expertise in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning to help clients achieve their long-term goals. Additionally, he offers unique services in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that businesses are in full compliance with local and state regulations. Legner's extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations helps clients navigate complex financial situations, providing peace of mind and financial security.
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Kevin T. Lightheart
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Kevin T. Lightheart has over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to various clients across the state. His specialization includes basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, making him a trusted resource for entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises. Lightheart's expertise also extends to individual and business tax return preparation, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, helping business owners maintain accurate financial records.
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Cecil W. Harper
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Cecil W. Harper is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, with over a decade of experience serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex financial regulations. His expertise encompasses general accounting and advisory services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, allowing clients to make informed business decisions.
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Elizabeth T. Michaels
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Elizabeth T. Michaels is a certified public accountant based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Specializing in small business accounting and financial planning, Michaels offers tailored solutions for tax reporting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, catering to the unique needs of her clients. Her expertise extends to basic accounting services, ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, budgeting, and cash flow management for her clients. Michaels is well-versed in the tax implications of retirement accounts, providing personalized guidance on tax reporting and compliance for her clients.
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Linda D. Trunzler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Linda D. Trunzler operates a CPA practice based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, with extensive experience of over 15 years in accounting and taxation. Her expertise encompasses basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, catering to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Trunzler provides specialized services in retirement account tax reporting and prepares individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
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Susan D. Egger
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Susan D. Egger is a certified public accountant located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, with over 10 years of experience providing tax and accounting services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. She specializes in individual and business tax services, offering tax planning and consulting to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. Egger's expertise includes retirement account tax reporting, as well as basic accounting services for businesses and individuals, making her a valuable resource for those seeking comprehensive tax and accounting solutions.
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Ryan L. Sugden
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
Located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Ryan L. Sugden provides comprehensive tax and accounting solutions to Individuals and Families, as well as Entrepreneurs and Startups. With over 15 years of experience in Basic Accounting Services, Business Tax Services, and Financial Planning, Sugden stays up-to-date on the latest tax laws and regulations to ensure accurate and timely compliance. His expertise includes Sales Tax Compliance and Retirement Account Tax Reporting, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and make informed decisions.

Mississippi's CPA community serves a traditional economy with agriculture, manufacturing, and growing gaming industry. The Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 4 hours of ethics and minimum accounting/auditing requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Mississippi has graduated individual income tax up to 4.7% and corporate income tax up to 4%. CPAs commonly handle state income tax compliance, sales tax, and various economic development incentives offered to attract and retain businesses. The gaming industry along the Gulf Coast and Mississippi River creates specialized needs for gaming tax compliance and internal controls. Agricultural tax planning remains important in rural areas.

Industry Specializations: Agriculture (cotton, soybeans, catfish farming), manufacturing (automotive, furniture, aerospace), gaming and hospitality, healthcare, energy, forestry, and higher education are key practice areas. CPAs often develop expertise in gaming compliance and controls, agricultural cooperatives, or serving the automotive manufacturing supply chain that has grown in recent decades.

For CPA Professionals: The Mississippi Society of CPAs serves practitioners across the state. Major markets include Jackson (state capital and largest city), the Gulf Coast (gaming and tourism), Tupelo, and university towns like Oxford and Starkville. The state offers very low cost of living and Southern lifestyle, though it faces economic challenges and lower compensation compared to many states. Rural areas often experience CPA shortages, creating opportunities for practitioners comfortable serving smaller communities and agricultural clients.