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Robert F. Decosimo
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402
Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Robert F. Decosimo has been providing expert accounting services since 1995. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services for small businesses, individual tax services, and small to medium-sized business accounting. Decosimo also assists clients with retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing and compliance, ensuring they meet all relevant tax and regulatory requirements.
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Maura J. Mckenna
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402
Maura J. Mckenna is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving clients in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With over 15 years of experience, she provides individual and business tax return preparation, as well as retirement account tax reporting services. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, making her a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. Her expertise spans a range of industries, allowing her to cater to diverse business needs and goals.
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Sharon P. Hamrick
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402
Sharon P. Hamrick is a certified public accountant based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 20 years of experience in public accounting. Her practice focuses on serving individuals and families, as well as small businesses in Chattanooga and the surrounding areas. She specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, with an emphasis on tax planning and consulting to help clients minimize their tax liabilities. Notably, Sharon P. Hamrick is experienced in preparing and submitting retirement account tax reports, ensuring her clients' compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
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Jason E. Ogle
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37401
Jason E. Ogle is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, including individual and business tax return preparation, to entrepreneurs and startups as well as family-owned enterprises. In addition to his core services, Ogle offers customized tax compliance solutions, ensuring clients meet their tax obligations and navigate complex tax laws. With a focus on basic accounting services and individual tax services, Ogle helps his clients achieve financial stability and plan for long-term growth.
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Sonal C. Modi
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Sonal C. Modi, a certified public accountant, is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and has over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures. Her expertise lies in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, covering tax planning and consulting for individuals and businesses. Modi also specializes in representing clients before the Internal Revenue Service, helping to resolve tax issues and ensure compliance with tax laws.
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Elizabeth W. Hodges
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Elizabeth W. Hodges is a certified public accountant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She has over 15 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, Hodges assists clients in meeting their financial and tax obligations.
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Alexander P. Anderson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37409
Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Alexander P. Anderson is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving a diverse range of clients, from entrepreneurs and startups to established businesses. His expertise lies in providing comprehensive financial guidance, including payroll processing and compliance, as well as individual and business tax return preparation. With a specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, Anderson helps clients navigate complex financial regulations and optimize their tax strategies. Anderson's industry expertise spans various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, catering to the unique needs of each client.
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Paul E. Cheney
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402
Paul E. Cheney is a certified public accountant based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and ensuring tax compliance for a variety of clients, including individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. Mr. Cheney's expertise also extends to retirement account tax reporting and individual and business tax return preparation, helping clients navigate complex tax situations and ensure accurate filings.
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Joseph D. Decosimo
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402
Joseph D. Decosimo is a certified public accountant located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With over 20 years of experience, he provides general accounting and advisory services, offering guidance on financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to small and medium-sized businesses. As an expert in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, Decosimo helps various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, navigate complex financial regulations and ensure tax compliance. Additionally, his expertise in IRS representation enables him to represent clients in IRS audits and disputes, providing peace of mind and protecting their financial interests.
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Katrina M. Mcdiffett
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Chattanooga, Tennessee 37411
Katrina M. Mcdiffett is a licensed CPA with over 12 years of experience in providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning, helping entrepreneurs and business owners navigate complex financial situations. Katrina's expertise also extends to IRS representation and general accounting and advisory services, making her a valuable resource for businesses of various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.

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.