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Audrey L. Stevens
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rogue River, Oregon 97537
Audrey L. Stevens is a certified public accountant serving clients in Rogue River, Oregon, with over a decade of experience in accounting and taxation. The CPA provides personalized support for individuals and small businesses, offering tax return preparation services, tax planning and consulting, and basic accounting services to help entrepreneurs and startups navigate financial complexities. Her specialization in business tax services and small business accounting enables her to effectively address the unique needs of clients across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a deep understanding of tax laws and regulations, Stevens helps clients make informed financial decisions and achieve their business goals.
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Raymond A. Aardal
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Rogue River, Oregon 97537
Raymond A. Aardal is a certified public accountant based in Rogue River, Oregon. With over 20 years of experience in accounting and taxation, he specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. His expertise extends to tax compliance and business tax services, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations and ensuring accurate tax reporting. A particular area of focus for Aardal is IRS representation, where he assists individuals and businesses in resolving tax disputes and resolving delinquent tax accounts.

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.