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Michael A. Mcclain
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601
Michael A. Mcclain is a certified public accountant with expertise in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services. Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, he brings over 20 years of experience in general accounting and advisory services to his clients. His specialization in sales tax compliance and services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups make him a valuable resource for businesses navigating complex tax regulations. With a strong foundation in accounting principles and tax laws, Mcclain provides personalized advice and guidance to help his clients achieve financial stability and success.
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Thomas J. Kristofco
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602
Thomas J. Kristofco is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with over 10 years of experience in tax and accounting services. He specializes in providing small business accounting services, including basic accounting and business tax services, catering to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. In addition to tax return preparation, Kristofco offers IRS representation services to assist clients with tax-related issues and disputes.
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Richard J. Peo
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16603
Richard J. Peo, a certified public accountant based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, brings over 15 years of experience to his work with family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. As a seasoned practitioner of basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, Peo provides expert guidance in retirement account tax reporting and individual & business tax return preparation. With a deep understanding of tax regulations and accounting principles, Peo helps his clients navigate complex financial situations, ensuring accurate and timely tax filings and financial reports.
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David L. Baumgartner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601
David L. Baumgartner, a certified public accountant based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, provides comprehensive accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups. With over 20 years of experience in general accounting and advisory, payroll processing and compliance, Baumgartner helps small businesses navigate financial complexities and ensure tax compliance. Specializing in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, Baumgartner delivers expert guidance on financial planning, budgeting, and financial statement preparation.
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Joseph M. Reilly
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602
Joseph M. Reilly is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting. Mr. Reilly provides individual and business tax return preparation, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to a diverse range of clients, including various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as individuals and families.
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Lawrence D. Field
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16603
Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Lawrence D. Field offers a range of accounting services tailored to meet the diverse needs of his clients. With over 10 years of experience in public accounting, Field provides expert guidance on basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services to entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. In addition to his expertise in individual and business tax return preparation, Field also assists clients with sales tax compliance, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations and laws.
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Tracylynn M. Mullins
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602
A licensed CPA based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Tracylynn M. Mullins has over 10 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, with a focus on ensuring regulatory adherence and minimizing financial risks. As a certified public accountant, Tracylynn M. Mullins also offers expert payroll processing and compliance services, as well as IRS representation for clients facing tax-related issues.
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Frederick A. Ciocca
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602
Frederick A. Ciocca is a certified public accountant providing accounting and financial expertise to individuals and businesses in the Altoona, Pennsylvania area. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, Ciocca assists clients in navigating complex financial situations. His services include sales tax compliance, general accounting and advisory, and he has extensive experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups.
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Mary B. Tsikalas
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601
Mary B. Tsikalas is a certified public accountant based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with over 10 years of experience in providing financial services. She specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, serving various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups in the regional area. Tsikalas's expertise also includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, and she represents clients before the IRS in case of tax disputes or audits.
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David A. Cyran
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602
David A. Cyran, a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience, serves clients in Altoona, Pennsylvania, providing expert accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a specialization in individual and business tax services, he offers comprehensive bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for small and medium-sized businesses. His services include sales tax compliance, a critical aspect of managing financial obligations for entrepreneurs and business owners operating in Pennsylvania.

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.