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Showing 1 to 10 of 85 CPAs in State College, Pennsylvania
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Kevin B. Sikorski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16803
Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Kevin B. Sikorski has dedicated over 15 years to providing expert accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. Specializing in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, Sikorski offers tax planning and consulting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation services to meet the diverse needs of his clients. As a seasoned accountant, Sikorski delivers accurate and timely financial solutions, helping his clients maintain financial stability and achieve their goals.
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Min Zhong
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Min Zhong is a seasoned certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience. With a strong background in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, her expertise spans across various industries, including individual and family clients, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. She offers specialized services in tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations, and provides accurate and timely retirement account tax reporting.
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Aimee M. Scullin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Aimee M. Scullin is a certified public accountant based in State College, Pennsylvania, with over 15 years of experience serving various industries. She specializes in providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and ensuring tax compliance for entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. In addition to her core services, Scullin also assists clients with sales tax compliance and payroll processing and compliance, helping them navigate complex financial regulations.
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Nancy A. Gulley
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Nancy A. Gulley is a certified public accountant based in State College, Pennsylvania, with over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation. Her practice focuses on providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting to a variety of clients, including S-Corps, partnerships, LLCs, entrepreneurs, and startups. She offers tax planning and consulting services, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, to help her clients meet their accounting and tax needs.
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Kimberly A. Wyatt
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16803
Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Kimberly A. Wyatt is a State College-based accountant with over a decade of experience in accounting services. Her expertise spans various areas, including payroll processing and compliance, tax planning, as well as offering basic accounting services to small businesses. Kimberly serves clients from diverse backgrounds, such as entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families, providing personalized guidance on complex tax matters.
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Steven W. Haffner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Steven W. Haffner is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in the field. He provides general accounting and advisory services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups, addressing their specific financial needs and goals. As a specialist in basic accounting services and small business accounting, Haffner helps clients navigate financial planning, budgeting, and compliance requirements, including payroll processing and tax management.
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Kevin M. Mcgarry
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16803
Kevin M. Mcgarry is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving clients in State College, Pennsylvania, with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning to various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Mr. Mcgarry's services include bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as tax planning and consulting to help clients achieve their financial goals. With experience serving diverse industries, Mr. Mcgarry is well-equipped to handle complex financial matters and provide expert guidance to his clients.
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William H. Lloyd
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Based in State College, Pennsylvania, William H. Lloyd has over 20 years of experience providing financial expertise to individuals and families, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex financial situations. Lloyd offers unique services such as sales tax compliance and payroll processing, ensuring his clients maintain seamless financial operations.
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Timothy R. Marshall
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Based in State College, Pennsylvania, Timothy R. Marshall offers professional general accounting and advisory services to entrepreneurs and startups, individuals and families. With over 10 years of experience in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, Marshall helps clients navigate complex financial issues and achieve their goals. He specializes in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring businesses meet all necessary regulations and deadlines.
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Lance E. Cooper
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location State College, Pennsylvania 16801
Lance E. Cooper is a certified public accountant based in State College, Pennsylvania. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Cooper specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, tax planning and consulting to entrepreneurs and startups as well as individuals and families. His expertise includes basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the financial needs of various 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.