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Showing 1 to 3 of 3 CPAs in Merrill, Oregon
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Edwin R. Gilman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Merrill, Oregon 97633
Based in Merrill, Oregon, Edwin R. Gilman offers general accounting and advisory services, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, to clients in various industries including individuals and families, S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over years of experience, his areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services. Gilman's services cater to the diverse needs of his clients, and his extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations enables him to provide accurate and reliable financial guidance.
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Lisa C. Johnson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Merrill, Oregon 97633
Lisa C. Johnson is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in taxation and bookkeeping, serving the Merrill, Oregon community since 2005. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, catering to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises with their accounting and financial needs. Johnson's services encompass sales tax compliance, payroll processing and compliance, ensuring her clients remain up-to-date with relevant financial regulations and laws.
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Denise H. Guthrie
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Merrill, Oregon 97633
Based in Merrill, Oregon, Denise H. Guthrie provides accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, catering to entrepreneurs and startups in the region. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Guthrie specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex financial situations. Guthrie is also skilled in IRS representation and sales tax compliance, ensuring clients are in compliance with local and federal tax regulations, and addressing any tax-related disputes or issues that may arise.

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.