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Kevin J. Knaup
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dunkirk, Ohio 45836
Located in Dunkirk, Ohio, Kevin J. Knaup is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing accounting and advisory services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. His expertise includes general accounting and financial planning, as well as representation for IRS matters. Specializing in basic accounting services and small business accounting, Kevin works closely with clients to address their unique financial needs and goals.
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Beth A. Thomas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dunkirk, Ohio 45836
Beth A. Thomas, a certified public accountant based in Dunkirk, Ohio, has over 15 years of experience in tax preparation and accounting. Her specialization lies in providing basic accounting services, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and offering personalized accounting solutions to small businesses. With expertise in IRS representation and individual & business tax return preparation, she assists individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups, in managing their financial affairs. A thorough understanding of tax regulations and accounting principles enables her to provide accurate and timely financial guidance to her clients.

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.