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Jan R. Hayward
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kearney, Missouri 64060
Based in Kearney, Missouri, Jan R. Hayward is a licensed CPA with over a decade of experience in providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses. Specializing in tax compliance, financial planning, and basic accounting services, Jan helps various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, navigate complex tax regulations and financial planning decisions. Jan's expertise includes preparing individual and business tax returns, as well as retirement account tax reporting, ensuring clients remain compliant with all tax laws and regulations.
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Stephen D. Hayward
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kearney, Missouri 64060
Located in Kearney, Missouri, Stephen D. Hayward has nearly two decades of experience providing expert accounting services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, helping his clients navigate complex financial situations with precision and care. Stephen's services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as general accounting and advisory services, making him a trusted resource for individuals and business owners seeking personalized accounting guidance.
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Douglas L. Walter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kearney, Missouri 64060
Douglas L. Walter is a certified public accountant based in Kearney, Missouri, with over 20 years of experience in providing accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His expertise encompasses financial planning, business tax services, and basic accounting services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. He also specializes in payroll processing and compliance, serving entrepreneurs and startups in the region. In addition, he assists clients with financial statement preparation, ensuring accurate and timely compliance with regulatory requirements.
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David A. Burns
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kearney, Missouri 64060
Based in Kearney, Missouri, David A. Burns is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in individual and business tax preparation, financial planning, and general accounting services. With over 10 years of expertise in providing financial guidance, Burns specializes in tax compliance, basic accounting services, and financial planning for varied business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His clients comprise individuals, families, and a range of business entities, each benefiting from his professional advice and tailored accounting solutions.

Missouri's diverse CPA market serves a state with two major metropolitan areas and varied economy from agriculture to financial services. The Missouri State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 6 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Missouri has graduated individual income tax up to 4.95% and a flat 4% corporate rate. CPAs commonly handle state income tax compliance, sales and use tax, and various business tax credits for economic development. Kansas City and St. Louis create multi-state planning opportunities with Kansas and Illinois. The state's central location means many businesses have multi-state nexus issues requiring sophisticated planning.

Industry Specializations: Financial services and insurance, agriculture, manufacturing (especially automotive and aerospace), healthcare systems, logistics and distribution (central U.S. location), biotechnology and life sciences, and professional services are primary focus areas. Kansas City CPAs often specialize in agricultural businesses and financial services, while St. Louis focuses on healthcare, biotechnology, and corporate headquarters.

For CPA Professionals: The Missouri Society of CPAs serves practitioners across the state. Kansas City and St. Louis dominate the market with diverse opportunities and all major national firms present. Springfield, Columbia, and Jefferson City provide secondary markets. The state offers excellent central location, affordable cost of living (especially outside major metros), and diverse practice opportunities spanning urban corporate work to rural agricultural services. The presence of two major metros creates healthy competition and opportunity for practitioners.