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Showing 91 to 97 of 97 CPAs in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
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Gregory R. Suttmiller
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15902
Based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Gregory R. Suttmiller provides tax preparation and accounting services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups in the region. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Suttmiller offers a range of services, including basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting. Notably, he specializes in tax representation before the IRS and provides expertise in retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax scenarios.
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Mario E. Wilfong
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15906
Mario E. Wilfong is a certified public accountant with headquarters in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. He has years of experience in accounting services, specializing in small business accounting, individual tax services, and basic accounting needs. His practice focuses on providing financial statement compilation and bookkeeping services to individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and small business owners in the local area. Additionally, Wilfong assists clients with payroll processing and ensures compliance with relevant regulations.
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Brenda A. Pawlowski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15904
Brenda A. Pawlowski, a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience, provides tax planning and consulting services to individuals and businesses in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, catering to entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises in the region. Pawlowski's expertise also extends to general accounting and advisory services, helping clients navigate complex financial matters and make informed decisions. With a deep understanding of tax laws and regulations, she stays up-to-date on the latest industry developments to provide expert guidance and support to clients.
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Sherry J. Kosanovich
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15905
Based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Sherry J. Kosanovich provides comprehensive accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 20 years of experience, she offers a range of services including individual and business tax return preparation, and sales tax compliance. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, making her a trusted resource for clients navigating these complex areas. Sherry J. Kosanovich's expertise is rooted in understanding the unique needs of individuals and small business owners, allowing her to develop tailored strategies for optimal financial management.
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Robert L. Smeal
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15905
Based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Robert L. Smeal is a certified public accountant serving clients in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. With over [number] years of experience in providing accounting and tax services, Smeal specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services. He prepares retirement account tax reports and individual and business tax returns, catering to the needs of individuals and families as well as family-owned enterprises.
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James P. Deter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15904
Based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, James P. Deter is a certified public accountant with over a decade of experience in providing tailored accounting solutions. His expertise encompasses a broad range of services, including basic accounting, small business accounting, and business tax services. Specializing in supporting entrepreneurs and startups, Deter also provides guidance on tax compliance and complex business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Additionally, he offers specialized services in retirement account tax reporting and IRS representation, helping individuals and businesses navigate complex tax situations.
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Roger P. Swick
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15904
Based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Roger P. Swick is a certified public accountant with extensive experience serving family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. With over 15 years of expertise in tax planning and consulting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, Swick provides tailored solutions for businesses and individuals. His specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services enables him to offer comprehensive support to clients across these areas.

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.