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Darla S. Hardwick
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cardington, Ohio 43315
Darla S. Hardwick is a certified public accountant based in Cardington, Ohio, with over a decade of experience in providing accounting and tax services. She specializes in individual and business tax return preparation, as well as general accounting and advisory services, serving individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With a focus on basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, Hardwick offers customized solutions to meet the complex needs of her clients.
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Christopher S. Gadfield
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cardington, Ohio 43315
Based in Cardington, Ohio, Christopher S. Gadfield is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience. His practice focuses on general accounting and advisory services, including tax compliance and small business accounting. Gadfield's expertise also extends to representing clients before the IRS, helping resolve tax disputes and ensure compliance with federal regulations. He serves clients from various industries and business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and family-owned enterprises.
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Wendy Lowe
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cardington, Ohio 43315
Based in Cardington, Ohio, Wendy Lowe provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and small business owners. With over 10 years of experience in tax planning and consulting, Lowe specializes in financial planning, business tax services, and basic accounting services. Lowe offers expert tax planning and consulting, including retirement account tax reporting, to help clients manage their financial affairs and make informed business decisions.
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Lea A. Maceyko
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cardington, Ohio 43315
Lea A. Maceyko is a certified public accountant with over 16 years of experience serving the financial needs of individuals and businesses in Cardington, Ohio. With a strong focus on tax planning and consulting, she provides expert guidance on tax compliance and preparation for a range of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise extends to small business accounting and basic accounting services, making her a valuable resource for family-owned enterprises and other entrepreneurs seeking financial support.

Ohio's substantial CPA market serves a diverse economy transitioning from traditional manufacturing to healthcare, technology, and services. The Accountancy Board of Ohio requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 2.5 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Ohio eliminated its corporate income tax in favor of the Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) based on gross receipts, creating unique compliance needs. Individual income tax has graduated rates up to 3.75%. CPAs commonly handle CAT compliance, municipal income taxes (most Ohio cities have their own income tax requiring separate filings), sales and use tax, and various business tax credits. The complex municipal tax structure creates opportunities for specialized local tax expertise. Cross-border issues with Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky are common.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems (Cleveland Clinic, major hospital networks), manufacturing (automotive, aerospace, steel), insurance and financial services, technology and software, logistics and distribution, higher education, agriculture, and professional services are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in healthcare reimbursement and compliance, manufacturing cost accounting, or navigating Ohio's unique CAT and municipal tax landscape.

For CPA Professionals: The Ohio Society of CPAs serves practitioners across a populous state. Major markets include Columbus (state capital, diverse economy), Cleveland (healthcare, manufacturing), Cincinnati (consumer products, financial services), and numerous secondary markets like Toledo, Akron, and Dayton. The state offers affordable cost of living, central U.S. location, and diverse practice opportunities from urban corporate work to rural manufacturing. Ohio's continued economic transformation creates needs for advisory services helping businesses adapt to changing markets and technologies.