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Steven R. Dandurand
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Based in Fostoria, Ohio, Steven R. Dandurand has been providing accounting expertise to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, for over 15 years. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, with a focus on ensuring clients remain up to date on sales tax compliance requirements. Dandurand also handles payroll processing and compliance, utilizing his experience to minimize administrative burdens for his clients.
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Carrie T. Hunter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Based in Fostoria, Ohio, Carrie T. Hunter is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing tax and accounting services to entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises. She specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. Carrie T. Hunter prepares individual and business tax returns, as well as retirement account tax reports, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to the relevant authorities.
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Gilbert E. Pierce
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Gilbert E. Pierce is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving Fostoria, Ohio and surrounding areas. With over 10 years of experience in accounting and tax services, Pierce specializes in individual tax services, tax compliance, and basic accounting services for entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. His practice also focuses on IRS representation and payroll processing & compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and ensure accurate tax filings.
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Damon D. Alt
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Damon D. Alt, a certified public accountant, is based in Fostoria, Ohio, and has been serving clients in the region for nearly two decades. He specializes in providing tax planning and consulting services, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, with a focus on tax compliance and basic accounting needs. With extensive experience serving family-owned enterprises and individuals, Alt brings a unique understanding of the financial challenges faced by these groups and offers tailored solutions to address their needs.
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Matthew W. Meyers
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Matthew W. Meyers is a certified public accountant serving the Fostoria, Ohio area. With over 15 years of experience, he provides individual and business tax return preparation, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, Meyers helps entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises navigate their financial needs. He has a unique ability to communicate complex financial information to clients, providing personalized guidance and support to small business owners.
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Leon L. Wyden
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Leon L. Wyden is a Certified Public Accountant based in Fostoria, Ohio. He has more than 20 years of experience in accounting and tax services, providing expertise in Basic Accounting Services, Business Tax Services, and Individual Tax Services. Pronounced by his clients for his exceptional knowledge of tax planning and consulting, Wyden offers personalized guidance to Small and Medium-Sized Businesses, Entrepreneurs, and Startups, including Payroll Processing and Compliance services.
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Richard C. Zbiegien
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Located in Fostoria, Ohio, Richard C. Zbiegien provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. With over 20 years of experience in general accounting and advisory services, he offers payroll processing and compliance expertise to ensure accurate and timely payments. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, making him a valuable resource for businesses and individuals seeking expert guidance.
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Joanne L. Bower
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Based in Fostoria, Ohio, Joanne L. Bower is a seasoned certified public accountant. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in providing comprehensive financial services to entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. Hers areas of expertise include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, as well as individual and business tax return preparation and tax planning and consulting. Her extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations enables her to deliver customized solutions to meet her clients' unique financial needs.
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Donald S. Yarris
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Fostoria, Ohio 44830
Located in Fostoria, Ohio, Donald S. Yarris provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises. With over 20 years of experience in accounting, Yarris specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, catering to the unique needs of startups and established family-owned businesses. His services include general accounting and advisory, as well as retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and financial decisions. Yarris' extensive experience has equipped him to provide expert guidance on financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management, ensuring businesses run smoothly and efficiently.

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.