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Showing 1 to 9 of 9 CPAs in Rutherfordton, North Carolina
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James M. Faust
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Based in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, James M. Faust provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over years of experience in financial planning, individual tax services, and basic accounting services, Faust assists clients in navigating tax complexities and achieving financial stability. His expertise encompasses retirement account tax reporting, and individual & business tax return preparation, helping clients meet tax obligations and optimize their financial situations. As a licensed CPA, Faust serves individuals and businesses in the region, offering personalized guidance and support to address their unique financial needs and goals.
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Michael A. Gray
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Based in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, Michael A. Gray provides accounting services to a diverse range of clients, including small and medium-sized businesses, and individual families. With over 15 years of experience, Mr. Gray specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex financial situations. His expertise also extends to retirement account tax reporting and sales tax compliance, ensuring that clients remain in compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Warren D. Melton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Based in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, Warren D. Melton provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and individuals. With over 15 years of experience, Melton specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning to meet the unique needs of businesses and individuals. His expertise in payroll processing and sales tax compliance ensures clients maintain regulatory compliance and avoid potential penalties.
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Dewayne T. Cuthbertson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Dewayne T. Cuthbertson is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience serving clients in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. His practice specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services to entrepreneurs and startups as well as businesses with various structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He also offers tax planning and consulting services to help clients navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their financial situations. The services provided by Mr. Cuthbertson include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, supporting clients in maintaining accurate financial records and meeting regulatory requirements.
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Daniel R. Hudson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Daniel R. Hudson is a Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience in serving the financial needs of individuals and small businesses in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. With a focus on providing personalized accounting services, Mr. Hudson specializes in individual tax services, including tax return preparation and representation before the Internal Revenue Service. His expertise encompasses basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax preparation for individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses.
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Julie T. Scherer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Julie T. Scherer is a certified public accountant serving clients in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, her expertise encompasses basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning. She provides specialized support for retirement account tax reporting and sales tax compliance, helping individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, meet their financial obligations.
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Raymond S. Staton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Based in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, Raymond S. Staton has been providing accounting services for over 25 years. His expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, supporting family-owned enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses. Staton's specializations include basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations and make informed decisions.
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Samuel N. Staton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Located in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, Samuel N. Staton provides financial guidance to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. With over 8 years of experience, Staton offers a range of services, including sales tax compliance and retirement account tax reporting. He specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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David M. Faunce
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Practicing as a certified public accountant in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, David M. Faunce has been providing accounting and financial services for over 15 years. With a specialization in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, he offers expertise in tax planning and consulting, as well as IRS representation. His client base consists of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small to medium-sized businesses, for whom he provides personalized financial guidance and support.

North Carolina's thriving CPA market serves a rapidly growing state with strong banking, technology, and life sciences sectors. The North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 4 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: North Carolina has a flat 4.5% individual and corporate income tax following recent reforms, creating a relatively simple tax environment. CPAs commonly handle state income tax compliance, sales and use tax, and various business incentives for economic development. The Research Triangle's concentration of startups and tech companies creates demand for equity compensation planning, venture capital accounting, and R&D tax credits. Growing population from higher-tax northeastern states creates opportunities in residency planning and wealth preservation strategies.

Industry Specializations: Banking and financial services (Charlotte is the nation's second-largest banking center), biotechnology and pharmaceuticals (Research Triangle), technology and software, healthcare systems, higher education, manufacturing, agriculture, and furniture production are key practice areas. Charlotte CPAs often specialize in banking regulations and financial services, while Raleigh-Durham focuses on technology startups and life sciences companies.

For CPA Professionals: The North Carolina Association of CPAs provides robust resources across a large, growing state. Charlotte offers big-city opportunities with major banking presence, while the Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) provides innovation economy focus. Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Asheville offer secondary markets with lifestyle benefits. The state's business-friendly tax reforms, continued in-migration, and diverse economy create expanding opportunities. Excellent universities provide strong talent pipeline, and the moderate climate and lower cost of living than northeastern states attract both practitioners and clients.