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Paul Keeler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Umatilla, Oregon 97882
Located in Umatilla, Oregon, Paul Keeler provides a range of accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services, individual and business tax preparation, and financial statement compilation, Mr. Keeler assists clients in managing their financial records and meeting tax compliance regulations. His expertise in bookkeeping and payroll processing, including the preparation of payroll reports and the management of payroll compliance, helps business owners focus on core operations. As a certified public accountant, Mr. Keeler offers accurate financial statement compilation and tax preparation services to family-owned enterprises and small businesses in Umatilla and surrounding areas.
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Paul F. Keeler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Umatilla, Oregon 97882
Paul F. Keeler is a practicing certified public accountant (CPA) located in Umatilla, Oregon. With over 25 years of experience, he provides comprehensive accounting and advisory services to individuals and small and medium-sized businesses. His expertise includes general accounting, business tax services, and sales tax compliance, making him a valuable resource for those seeking financial guidance. Keeler's specialization in basic accounting services and small business accounting enables him to effectively cater to the needs of his diverse client base.
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Robert Z. Deffenbaugh
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Umatilla, Oregon 97882
Based in Umatilla, Oregon, Robert Z. Deffenbaugh is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in providing accounting and tax expertise to individuals and businesses. With over 20 years of experience, his services encompass general accounting and advisory, including IRS representation and support for tax compliance. His specialization in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance has made him a reliable resource for various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as 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.