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Gregory W. Stark
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sparta, Missouri 65753
Located in Sparta, Missouri, Gregory W. Stark offers bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to help clients maintain accurate financial records. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting, individual tax services, and financial planning, Stark provides tax planning and consulting services tailored to the unique needs of each client. His expertise serves a diverse range of industries, including small and medium-sized businesses and individuals and families, helping them navigate complex financial situations with confidence and clarity.
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Erin M. Norris
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Sparta, Missouri 65753
Erin M. Norris, a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience, is based in Sparta, Missouri. Her expertise includes tax planning and consulting, as well as retirement account tax reporting, making her a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses in the region. Norris' specializations also cover basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, catering to the diverse needs of her clients.

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.