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James S. Wellens
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Based in Mason, Ohio, James S. Wellens is an experienced certified public accountant with over ten years of experience serving clients in the local business community. With a focus on tax compliance and individual tax services, Wellens provides expert guidance on Retirement Account Tax Reporting and Sales Tax Compliance, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, making him a valuable resource for small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups in the region.
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Shawna L. Wylds
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Based in Mason, Ohio, Shawna L. Wylds has been providing professional accounting services for over a decade. Her expertise encompasses basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. Services offered by Shawna L. Wylds include tax planning and consulting, and retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and stay compliant with tax regulations.
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Lawrence G. Zalants
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Located in Mason, Ohio, Lawrence G. Zalants provides accounting and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including family-owned enterprises and various business structures. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, helping clients achieve their financial goals. His expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, ensuring businesses stay up-to-date with the latest regulatory requirements.
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Scott T. Winhusen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Based in Mason, Ohio, Scott T. Winhusen is a seasoned financial professional with a focus on general accounting and advisory services. With over a decade of experience, he provides expert guidance to individuals and families, as well as small businesses and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His areas of specialization include tax compliance, basic accounting services, and small business accounting, with a particular emphasis on tax planning and consulting to help clients minimize their tax liabilities.
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Timothy J. Madden
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Based in Mason, Ohio, Timothy J. Madden is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing expert accounting services. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services such as financial record-keeping and budgeting, as well as tax compliance and financial planning for individuals and businesses. Timothy provides representation before the IRS and prepares tax returns for both individuals and a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He offers specialized guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, helping them navigate complex financial and tax matters.
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Susan E. Baker-Olsen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Susan E. Baker-Olsen is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Mason, Ohio, with over 15 years of experience. She provides tax planning and consulting services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups, offering tailored advice to meet their unique financial needs. Baker-Olsen specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, and is well-versed in navigating the complexities of individual and business tax return preparation. Her expertise spans a range of industries, including those with unique regulatory requirements and financial considerations.
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Melinda M. Shonk
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mason, Ohio 45040
Practicing as a Certified Public Accountant in Mason, Ohio, Melinda M. Shonk brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and financial planning to her clients. Her expertise spans a variety of areas, including basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, as well as tax planning and consulting, and retirement account tax reporting. With a focus on serving individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, Melinda provides comprehensive support for clients navigating complex tax situations and financial decisions.

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.