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Showing 1 to 10 of 17 CPAs in Oakdale, Pennsylvania
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Kimberly R. Luedeman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Kimberly R. Luedeman is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience in providing accounting services. She specializes in offering basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, catering to various business structures, including S-Corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies. Her services encompass sales tax compliance and individual and business tax return preparation for family-owned enterprises and other clients.
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Andrew W. Sharshan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Located in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Andrew W. Sharshan provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, individuals and families. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, helping clients navigate complex financial situations. Andrew offers financial statement compilation, general accounting, and advisory services, ensuring accurate and compliant financial records for his clients.
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Wakana K. Nagai
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Wakana K. Nagai is a seasoned accountant with experience spanning over 10 years, providing accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her services encompass tax planning and consulting, as well as general accounting and advisory, supporting small and medium-sized businesses in achieving their financial objectives. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, Wakana K. Nagai brings expertise to each engagement, helping clients navigate complex financial scenarios and make informed decisions.
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Oliver R. Olson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Oliver R. Olson provides personalized accounting services to individuals, families, and small to medium-sized businesses. With over 10 years of experience in basic accounting services, business tax services, and general accounting, Oliver R. Olson offers tailored advice and guidance on tax return preparation and financial management. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, catering to the diverse needs of Oakdale's businesses and residents.
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Neal T. Wallace
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Neal T. Wallace is a certified public accountant based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, with over 20 years of experience serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services to family-owned enterprises and other business entities. Neal prepares individual and business tax returns, and offers general accounting and advisory services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting.
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Kenneth G. Cole
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Kenneth G. Cole is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, with over 10 years of experience providing expert accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, allowing him to cater to a wide range of clients with varying financial needs. A notable aspect of his practice is his experience in sales tax compliance and IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax matters and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Jacqueline Dees
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
With over 15 years of experience, Jacqueline Dees provides accounting services to individuals and businesses in various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, from her office in Oakdale, Pennsylvania. Her expertise encompasses basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, assisting clients with retirement account tax reporting and navigating IRS representation. Her specialties align with the needs of small to medium-sized enterprises, as well as individuals and families seeking comprehensive accounting solutions.
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Wakana Nagai
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Wakana Nagai is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience. Providing expert general accounting and advisory services, she also offers bookkeeping and financial statement compilation to meet various business needs. With specializations in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, Nagai assists small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families, in navigating financial complexities.
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Michael J. Zugay
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Michael J. Zugay is a certified public accountant based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Zugay specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance to a diverse range of clients, including individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. He is well-versed in sales tax compliance and payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that his clients meet all necessary regulatory requirements. Michael J. Zugay's extensive knowledge and expertise make him a valuable resource for individuals and businesses seeking accurate and timely financial guidance.
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Edward T. Smith
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
Based in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Edward T. Smith is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the accounting needs of small and medium-sized businesses and individuals. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and achieve their goals. Smith's practice encompasses a range of services, including general accounting and advisory, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, catering to the diverse needs of his clients.

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.