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Lisa K. Sexten
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Vienna, Ohio 45369
Based in South Vienna, Ohio, Lisa K. Sexten brings over 15 years of experience in providing expert accounting services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. Her specialization in business tax services and small business accounting enables her to effectively manage financial records and identify opportunities for growth. Sexten also provides IRS representation and tax planning and consulting services, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and ensure compliance.
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Sara Wissel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Vienna, Ohio 45369
Based in South Vienna, Ohio, Sara Wissel has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. Her specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services enables her to effectively assist various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With expertise in bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, tax planning, and consulting, Sara supports entrepreneurs and startups in navigating their financial needs.
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Joanna Mefford
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location South Vienna, Ohio 45369
Joanna Mefford is a certified public accountant based in South Vienna, Ohio, with over a decade of experience in providing tax and accounting services. Her areas of expertise include individual and business tax return preparation, sales tax compliance, and basic accounting services for small businesses and family-owned enterprises. Ms. Mefford serves a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs and startups, and is well-versed in navigating the unique financial challenges faced by these entities.

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.