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Certified Public Accountants in West Salem, 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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Showing 1 to 3 of 3 CPAs in West Salem, Ohio
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Todd R. Smith
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location West Salem, Ohio 44287
Todd R. Smith is a certified public accountant based in West Salem, Ohio. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in providing financial planning and individual tax services, as well as offering basic accounting services to a range of business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He also assists entrepreneurs and startups with payroll processing and compliance, along with individual and business tax return preparation. Smith's areas of expertise include financial planning and individual tax services, and his experience serving various business structures makes him a valuable resource for business owners and individuals alike.
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Matthew G. Baltic
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location West Salem, Ohio 44287
Based in West Salem, Ohio, Matthew G. Baltic is a licensed certified public accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience in the field. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, covering a range of industries such as small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. Mr. Baltic's services encompass bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, ensuring accurate and reliable financial records, in addition to sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations.
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John S. Bauer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location West Salem, Ohio 44287
Based in West Salem, Ohio, John S. Bauer is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs. His expertise includes general accounting and advisory services, as well as financial planning and tax preparation for individuals and businesses. Notably, Bauer also specializes in retirement account tax reporting, making him a valuable resource for clients navigating complex tax laws and regulations.
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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.