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Melinda S. Brown
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Damascus, Oregon 97089
Based in Damascus, Oregon, Melinda S. Brown provides financial guidance to business owners and entrepreneurs in the region. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, she specializes in Basic Accounting Services, Tax Compliance, and Small Business Accounting. Her services include Retirement Account Tax Reporting, Bookkeeping, and Financial Statement Compilation for Various Business Structures, such as S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs.
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Travis J. Warneke
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Damascus, Oregon 97089
Travis J. Warneke is a certified public accountant based in Damascus, Oregon, with over 15 years of experience. He specializes in providing individual and business tax return preparation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation services, catering to various business structures and individual clients. His expertise also extends to basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, making him a valuable resource for individuals and families seeking reliable accounting support.
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Brian C. Gosney
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Damascus, Oregon 97089
Located in Damascus, Oregon, Brian C. Gosney is a CPA with over 10 years of experience in taxation and accounting. He provides expert services in retirement account tax reporting, general accounting and advisory to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses, including family-owned enterprises. Brian specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, offering guidance on financial management and tax strategy.
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Brandon L. Works
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Damascus, Oregon 97089
Located in Damascus, Oregon, Brandon L. Works is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in tax preparation and financial planning. Over the past 10 years, his areas of specialization have included Basic Accounting Services, Business Tax Services, and Individual Tax Services, with a focus on delivering accurate and timely solutions. With expertise in handling IRS Representation and Payroll Processing & Compliance, he is well-equipped to assist a wide range of clients, including S-Corps, partnerships, and family-owned enterprises.

Oregon's progressive CPA market serves a state with no sales tax, strong technology sector, and focus on sustainability. The Oregon Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 4 hours of ethics and 24 hours in technical subjects.

Key Tax Considerations: Oregon has graduated individual income tax up to 9.9% and complex corporate tax structure including Corporate Activity Tax (CAT) on gross receipts. Notably, Oregon has no sales tax, simplifying one compliance area but increasing reliance on income taxation. CPAs commonly handle state income tax planning, CAT compliance, multi-state taxation for businesses operating beyond Oregon (especially in Washington), and unique provisions like the Oregon Retirement Savings Plan. Cross-border issues with Washington (no income tax) are extremely common for Portland metro residents and businesses.

Industry Specializations: Technology and software (Portland tech hub), manufacturing (especially semiconductors and sportswear), forest products and timber, agriculture (wine, nurseries, specialty crops), renewable energy, healthcare, tourism and outdoor recreation, and craft brewing are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in technology startup equity planning, sustainable business advisory, or serving the unique needs of Oregon's environmentally-focused economy.

For CPA Professionals: The Oregon Society of CPAs provides resources across the state. Portland dominates the market with technology focus and sophisticated client base, while Eugene, Salem, and Bend offer alternatives with strong lifestyle benefits. The state's progressive culture, outdoor recreation access, and lack of sales tax attract both practitioners and businesses, though high income taxes and cost of living in Portland are considerations. The Vancouver, Washington adjacency creates interesting practice opportunities serving clients across state lines.