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Showing 11 to 20 of 54 CPAs in Hershey, Pennsylvania
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Jeannie E. Harris
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Jeannie E. Harris is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the tax needs of entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. Her areas of specialization include individual tax services, small business accounting, and basic accounting services, providing comprehensive support for clients in these areas. Ms. Harris also offers IRS representation and tax planning and consulting services to help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their financial performance.
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Eric Lucking
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Educated in accounting and finance, Eric Lucking has over 15 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to clients in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He specializes in tax planning and consulting, as well as financial planning for individuals and small businesses, with a focus on family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurial ventures. With expertise in basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting, Eric helps his clients make informed business decisions and achieve their financial goals. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as ongoing tax consulting and planning to ensure compliance and maximize tax efficiency.
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Michelle A. Kennedy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Michelle A. Kennedy is a certified public accountant based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with over a decade of experience in providing bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services. Her expertise encompasses various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as individual tax return preparation for entrepreneurs and startups. Kennedy specializes in individual and business tax services, offering tailored solutions to meet the distinct needs of her clients.
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Chandra P. Lalvani
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Chandra P. Lalvani is a certified public accountant based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, bringing over 15 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services to individuals and small businesses. With a focus on tax planning and consulting, Mr. Lalvani assists clients in navigating complex tax laws and regulations to minimize their tax liabilities. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each client's unique needs.
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Carole E. Kohl
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Carole E. Kohl is a seasoned certified public accountant with extensive experience in General Accounting & Advisory and Retirement Account Tax Reporting. With over 20 years of industry experience, her expertise spans Basic Accounting Services, Small Business Accounting, and Individual Tax Services, serving a diverse range of clients including Small and Medium-Sized Businesses and Individuals and Families. Carole E. Kohl's comprehensive knowledge and attention to detail enable her to provide accurate and timely tax reporting, financial statements, and consulting services to support her clients' financial goals.
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Pamela J. Miller
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Pamela J. Miller is a seasoned CPA with extensive experience in providing accounting and financial services. Her expertise encompasses a range of specializations, including basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses in various industries. Pamela specializes in tax preparation and financial planning, offering expertise in retirement account tax reporting and individual and business tax return preparation, ensuring accurate compliance with tax regulations.
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Paul G. Swinko
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Paul G. Swinko brings over 20 years of experience in accounting, providing expert support to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, payroll processing, and compliance, ensuring that clients' financial records are accurate and up-to-date. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, Paul helps clients navigate complex financial situations and achieve their goals.
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John P. Weidman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Practicing as a certified public accountant in Hershey, Pennsylvania, John P. Weidman provides specialized financial services to clients across the region. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, Weidman offers expertise in tax planning and consulting, helping individuals and small businesses navigate complex tax requirements and optimize financial performance. His services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as basic accounting, individual tax, and small business accounting for clients in the local community and beyond.
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Mona L. Fern
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
In Hershey, Pennsylvania, Mona L. Fern provides professional accounting services to meet the specific needs of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as businesses with various structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 10 years of experience in tax compliance and small business accounting, Fern specializes in basic accounting services, ensuring accurate financial records and effective financial management for her clients. She offers payroll processing and compliance services, as well as representation before the IRS, providing a comprehensive suite of accounting solutions for businesses in the region.
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Gerald E. Cassidy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Gerald E. Cassidy is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, bringing over 15 years of experience to his clients. Specializing in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, Cassidy works with various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, serving small and medium-sized businesses in the region. His services include sales tax compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, providing a comprehensive range of support for businesses in need of financial guidance.

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.