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Nancy C. Ondik
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
Nancy C. Ondik is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in University Park, Pennsylvania with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses. Her practice specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, serving various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Ondik also offers payroll processing and compliance services, as well as representation in IRS matters to help resolve disputes and ensure tax compliance.
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Joseph J. Doncsecz
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
Joseph J. Doncsecz, a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience, is based in University Park, Pennsylvania. He specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, including basic accounting, small business accounting, and tax compliance, to a range of clients, from various business structures such as S-Corps and partnerships, to entrepreneurs and startups. Doncsecz's expertise also extends to retirement account tax reporting, helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of tax regulations.
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Russell I. Fisher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
Based in University Park, Pennsylvania, Russell I. Fisher provides accounting services to individuals and family-owned enterprises in the region. With over 10 years of experience in accounting and tax services, Fisher specializes in financial planning, business tax services, and basic accounting services. His services include sales tax compliance, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation for his clients. He serves individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises, offering tailored financial guidance and support.

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.