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Janet B. Bell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Jane is a certified public accountant with 15 years of experience serving family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses in the Chester area. Her expertise includes basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, which have been essential for businesses navigating complex regulatory environments. One notable service offered by Jane is IRS representation, providing peace of mind and expertise in handling tax disputes and negotiations on behalf of her clients. She helps businesses and individuals stay in compliance with tax laws and regulations, including sales tax compliance.
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Julius S. Simon
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Based in Chester, Pennsylvania, Julius S. Simon has worked as a certified public accountant for over 20 years. His services include IRS representation and individual and business tax return preparation, catering to a diverse range of clients, including family-owned enterprises and various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Simon specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, helping entrepreneurs and business owners navigate complex financial matters.
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Barbara F. Dinan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Based in Chester, Pennsylvania, Barbara F. Dinan provides a range of accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting. Her expertise includes general accounting and advisory, as well as payroll processing and compliance. Ms. Dinan has a proven track record in helping clients navigate complex tax laws and financial regulations, making her a valuable resource for business owners seeking reliable financial guidance.
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Jason W. Oppmann
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Jason W. Oppmann is a certified public accountant based in Chester, Pennsylvania, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services to family-owned enterprises and individuals. In addition to his expertise in basic accounting services and financial planning, Oppmann offers specialized tax compliance and reporting for retirement accounts, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. With a focus on serving the unique needs of family-owned enterprises and individuals, Oppmann brings a tailored approach to each client, combining tax planning and consulting with thorough financial analysis.
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Patrick C. Higgins
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Hailing from Chester, Pennsylvania, Patrick C. Higgins has over 20 years of experience in providing expert accounting services. With a focus on bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, general accounting, and advisory services, his specialization lies in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance. He serves a diverse clientele, including individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Gary A. Miller
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Located in Chester, Pennsylvania, Gary A. Miller is a seasoned accountant with over a decade of experience providing financial guidance to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and family-owned enterprises. His expertise lies in tax compliance and planning, as well as retirement account tax reporting, making him an invaluable resource for business owners navigating complex financial issues. With a focus on basic accounting services and business tax services, Miller ensures clients are informed and prepared for tax season, providing a seamless experience through careful planning and consultation.
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Peter G. Neuberg
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Based in Chester, Pennsylvania, Peter G. Neuberg provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and individuals. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in individual and business tax return preparation, general accounting, and advisory services. Specifically, he offers financial planning to help individuals and families achieve their long-term financial goals, and is well-versed in tax compliance and basic accounting services.
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Beatriz Iglesias
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Based in Chester, Pennsylvania, Beatriz Iglesias provides accounting services to various business structures and individuals. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, offering expertise in tax compliance for complex business structures. In addition to standard tax preparation, Beatriz provides specialized services, such as retirement account tax reporting, to ensure clients' financial security and compliance.
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Kirk A. Blair
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Kirk A. Blair resides in Chester, Pennsylvania, providing accounting services to individuals and family-owned enterprises. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, he specializes in general accounting and advisory services, including business tax and individual tax services. His services include retirement account tax reporting, catering to the diverse needs of his clients, which encompass basic accounting services and tax planning for individuals and families, as well as tax and accounting needs of family-owned enterprises.
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Brian R. Saville
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chester, Pennsylvania 19013
Brian R. Saville is a Certified Public Accountant based in Chester, Pennsylvania. With over 10 years of experience in public accounting, he provides expert tax planning and consulting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, and he prepares individual and business tax returns with precision and accuracy. As a seasoned tax professional, Brian helps clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and minimizing liability.

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.