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Showing 1 to 10 of 534 CPAs in Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Lori F. Lesslie
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Lori F. Lesslie, a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in Chattanooga, Tennessee, provides accounting services to individuals and businesses. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, Lori helps clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations, offering tailored solutions for their unique needs. With expertise in serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as individuals and families, Lori's services cover individual and business tax return preparation and retirement account tax reporting.
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Allen D. Jr
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Allen D. Jr is a certified public accountant based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With over 10 years of experience in tax preparation and financial planning, he provides specialized services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. His practice focuses on basic accounting services, including financial planning and small business accounting, with expertise in retirement account tax reporting and sales tax compliance. He assists clients in navigating tax regulations and developing effective financial strategies to achieve their goals.
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Linda G. England
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403
Linda G. England, based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, brings over 20 years of experience in public accounting to her clients. Her practice focuses on general accounting and advisory services, including tax compliance and representation before the IRS. With expertise in basic accounting services and business tax services, England serves small and medium-sized businesses across various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Carl P. Heinemann
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Carl P. Heinemann is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services and business tax services. He specializes in providing financial expertise to family-owned enterprises, as well as individuals and families, with a focus on small business accounting and tailored solutions. Services offered by Carl P. Heinemann include bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and sales tax compliance, supporting his clients' financial management and growth.
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Josiah J. Lee
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Josiah J. Lee, a practicing CPA in Chattanooga, Tennessee, provides financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. With over 10 years of experience in accounting and advisory services, he specializes in general accounting, payroll processing, and individual tax services. His expertise spans basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax preparation, making him a valuable resource for startups and established businesses alike. Lee's services include financial statement preparation, budgeting, and financial planning, as well as compliance with relevant tax regulations.
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Jenneth F. Randall
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37412
Jenneth F. Randall is a certified public accountant based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services. Her expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as general accounting and advisory services for individuals and businesses. With specializations in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, Randall caters to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. She serves clients across diverse industries, including individuals and families.
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Matthew T. Hisey
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Matthew T. Hisey is a certified public accountant based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to businesses and individuals. He specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, catering to various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. Matthew's expertise extends to IRS representation and sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax situations and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Frank J. Pazera
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37405
Frank J. Pazera is a certified public accountant operating in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With over 10 years of experience in accounting, Pazera specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses. He further provides sales tax compliance and business tax services to entrepreneurs and startups, utilizing his expertise in basic accounting services.
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Joseph E. Lautigar
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37412
Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Joseph E. Lautigar is a seasoned accounting professional with over 20 years of experience providing financial guidance to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Services offered by Joseph E. Lautigar include IRS representation, tax planning and consulting, as well as a range of accounting and financial planning services tailored to meet the diverse needs of his clients. With expertise in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, Joseph E. Lautigar helps individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, navigate complex financial issues and make informed decisions about their financial futures.
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Christopher H. Dodson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37409
Dodson is a certified public accountant based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation. He specializes in providing basic accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individual tax services and tax compliance support to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Dodson's expertise includes tax planning and consulting, with a focus on ensuring clients' sales tax compliance. With a broad understanding of tax laws and regulations, Dodson helps clients navigate complex financial situations and make informed business decisions.

Tennessee's vibrant CPA market serves a rapidly growing no-income-tax state with diverse economy from healthcare to music. The Tennessee State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 3 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Tennessee has no state income tax on wages (historically taxed interest and dividends, but that was eliminated in 2021), making it highly attractive for businesses and high earners. CPAs focus on federal tax compliance, sales and use tax, business tax on net worth or property (Franchise and Excise Tax), and preserving Tennessee tax advantages. The state's favorable tax climate attracts businesses and individuals from higher-tax states, creating opportunities in entity formation, residency planning, and business relocation advisory. Multi-state issues are common as people and businesses relocate from states like California, New York, and Illinois.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems and medical technology (Nashville is a major health services hub), music and entertainment (Nashville), logistics and distribution (major freight hub), automotive manufacturing (Nissan, GM, VW), tourism and hospitality, financial services, technology, and agriculture are key practice areas. Nashville CPAs often specialize in healthcare company accounting, music industry royalty taxation, or serving rapid-growth companies relocating to the state.

For CPA Professionals: The Tennessee Society of CPAs serves a rapidly expanding professional community. Nashville dominates with healthcare headquarters and music industry, Memphis focuses on logistics and distribution, Knoxville serves regional market and university community, and Chattanooga has emerged as a technology hub. The state's exceptional growth, no income tax, moderate cost of living (especially outside Nashville), and business-friendly environment create abundant opportunities. In-migration from high-tax states brings sophisticated clients needing tax planning and multi-state expertise. Competition is increasing with growth but expanding economy creates room for new entrants.