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Michael J. Makoul
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18195
Based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Michael J. Makoul is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. With specializations in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, his areas of expertise include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, tax planning and consulting. A unique aspect of his practice is his ability to develop tailored financial plans that take into account the specific needs and goals of his clients.
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Joseph J. Szerencsits
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18103
Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Joseph J. Szerencsits is a seasoned accounting professional with years of experience in providing financial expertise to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups in the local area. His specialized services include basic accounting, business tax planning, and individual tax consulting, catering to the diverse needs of his clients. With extensive knowledge in tax planning and general accounting, Joseph J. Szerencsits is well-equipped to handle a range of financial tasks, from tax preparation to financial statement analysis and planning.
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Deborah A. Kubas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104
Deborah A. Kubas is a certified public accountant based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. Her expertise also includes IRS representation and payroll processing and compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and ensure accurate payroll administration. Deborah A. Kubas is a trusted advisor for businesses and individuals seeking expert guidance on tax and financial matters.
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Peter D. Sayre
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104
Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Peter D. Sayre provides financial guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 10 years of experience in financial planning and tax compliance, Sayre offers specialized services in bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, payroll processing and compliance, and basic accounting services. His expertise extends to financial planning, including creating personalized plans tailored to clients' financial goals and needs.
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Randy S. Thomas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18195
Randy S. Thomas is a certified public accountant based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, with over 20 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. His expertise includes basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, with a focus on meeting the specific needs of his clients. In addition to his core services, Thomas also offers IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and resolve disputes with the Internal Revenue Service.
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Adam Matteo
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18195
Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Adam Matteo is a certified public accountant with over a decade of experience serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His expertise includes basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, providing clients with a comprehensive understanding of their financial situation. Adam Matteo offers specialized support in payroll processing and compliance, helping businesses manage their finances efficiently and stay in compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Nicole L. Simpson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18195
Based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Nicole L. Simpson has extensive experience as a certified public accountant (CPA) with over a decade of expertise in providing accounting services. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, catering to a diverse range of clients, including family-owned enterprises and various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Ms. Simpson is also skilled in IRS representation and payroll processing & compliance, ensuring that clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations with ease.
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Stephen K. Breininger
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18195
Stephen K. Breininger is a certified public accountant based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. With over 10 years of experience providing General Accounting & Advisory services to Individuals and Families, as well as Small and Medium-Sized Businesses, he focuses on delivering personalized financial solutions. His area of specialization includes providing Basic Accounting Services, Small Business Accounting, and Financial Planning to his clients. One unique aspect of his practice is his expertise in Payroll Processing & Compliance, ensuring his clients meet all relevant tax obligations.
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Kristin E. Pennell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18102
Based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Kristin E. Pennell provides expert financial guidance to businesses and individuals in the region. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, Pennell offers specialized services in tax planning and consulting, sales tax compliance, and basic accounting services. Her industry expertise spans various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as individual and family tax preparation and planning.
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Debra A. Barnes
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania 18102
Based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Debra A. Barnes is an accountant with extensive experience in providing tax planning and consulting services. With over two decades of experience, she has developed expertise in handling complex tax situations and ensuring compliance with sales tax regulations. Her specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services has allowed her to serve a diverse range of clients, including family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. Debra A. Barnes stays up-to-date with changing tax laws and regulations, providing her clients with informed guidance on tax planning and preparation.

Pennsylvania's large CPA market serves a populous state with diverse economy from finance and healthcare to manufacturing and agriculture. The Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 2 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% individual income tax (no local deductions allowed) and 8.99% corporate net income tax, but extremely complex local taxation with thousands of jurisdictions imposing earned income tax, local services tax, and business privilege taxes. CPAs commonly handle state tax compliance, navigating the bewildering array of local taxes, sales and use tax, and multi-state issues. Philadelphia has its own city wage tax and Business Income and Receipts Tax adding complexity. The lack of state deductions for federal itemized deductions creates planning differences from most states.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems and life sciences, financial services and insurance, manufacturing (traditional and advanced), higher education, energy (Marcellus Shale natural gas), agriculture, technology, professional services, and tourism are primary focus areas. Philadelphia CPAs often specialize in life sciences and financial services, while Pittsburgh focuses on healthcare and technology transformation. Rural areas maintain strong agricultural and traditional manufacturing practices.

For CPA Professionals: The Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs serves one of the nation's largest CPA communities. Major markets include Philadelphia (life sciences, finance, professional services), Pittsburgh (healthcare, technology, traditional industries), and numerous secondary markets like Harrisburg, Allentown, and Erie. The state offers diverse opportunities from sophisticated urban practices to rural agricultural services. Local tax complexity creates specialization opportunities, and the large population base provides stable demand. Cost of living varies significantly from expensive Philadelphia suburbs to very affordable rural areas.