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Certified Public Accountants in Ripley, Ohio

Find qualified CPAs in Ohio serving the state's diverse manufacturing base, healthcare systems, and growing tech sector. Ohio's central location and reformed tax structure support business growth and innovation. Connect with experienced accountants in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and throughout the Buckeye State..

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Lawrence R. Nelson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ripley, Ohio 45167
Based in Ripley, Ohio, Lawrence R. Nelson provides comprehensive accounting services to a diverse range of businesses. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in tax compliance, business tax services, and basic accounting services for S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His expertise also extends to payroll processing and compliance, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation for small and medium-sized businesses.
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Sandra M. Trapp
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ripley, Ohio 45167
Ripley, Ohio-based certified public accountant Sandra M. Trapp specializes in tax planning and consulting for family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies.With over 15 years of experience, she provides comprehensive financial planning and business tax services to help clients navigate complex financial situations.Her expertise in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services enables her to provide tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of her clients.As an experienced IRS representative, Trapp has a proven track record of successfully resolving tax disputes and resolving complex tax issues for her clients.
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Stephen P. Porter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ripley, Ohio 45167
Stephen P. Porter is a certified public accountant based in Ripley, Ohio, with over 15 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, helping clients navigate compliance requirements. Porter's expertise also extends to sales tax compliance and payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
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Kathleen I. Plymesser
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ripley, Ohio 45167
Kathleen I. Plymesser is a certified public accountant based in Ripley, Ohio. With over 10 years of experience, she provides general accounting and advisory services to clients in various industries, including entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. Her specialization lies in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, offering financial statement compilation services to support business growth and decision-making.
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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.