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Jeniffer K. Johnson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport, Oregon 97365
Jennifer K. Johnson, a certified public accountant, has been serving clients in Newport, Oregon, for over 15 years. Her expertise spans financial planning, business tax services, and basis accounting services, catering to the diverse needs of small to medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. Johnson specializes in ensuring accurate retirement account tax reporting and compliance with sales tax regulations, providing critical support for clients navigating complex tax environments.
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Susan G. Forhan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Newport, Oregon 97365
Susan G. Forhan is a certified public accountant with extensive experience providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses in the Newport, Oregon area. With over 15 years of experience in tax planning and consulting, she specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services. Her expertise also includes ensuring sales tax compliance for her clients, helping them navigate complex regulatory requirements.

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.