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William W. Yost
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Piedmont, Ohio 43983
Dedicated to providing expert guidance in financial matters, William W. Yost has been serving the Piedmont, Ohio community since 2008 with his comprehensive accounting services. As a seasoned professional with extensive experience in general accounting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, Yost offers tailored solutions for individuals and families, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, providing clients with a single point of contact for all their accounting needs.
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Patricia M. Kasik
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Piedmont, Ohio 43983
Patricia M. Kasik is a certified public accountant based in Piedmont, Ohio. With over 15 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, Kasik specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting. She is well-versed in retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing and compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and ensure accurate financial reporting. Kasik's expertise extends to family-owned enterprises, where she offers tailored financial guidance and strategic planning to support long-term success.

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.