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Lindy P. Hicks
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Lindy P. Hicks is a certified public accountant based in Dayton, Tennessee, with over a decade of experience serving a diverse range of clients. Her expertise lies in providing tailored tax planning and consulting services to entrepreneurs and startups, ensuring they meet their sales tax compliance obligations. With a specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, Hicks delivers practical advice and effective solutions to family-owned enterprises and small business owners.
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Vaughn J. Berger
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Located in Dayton, Tennessee, Vaughn J. Berger provides accounting and tax services to individuals and families as well as various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Berger offers specialized services in basic accounting, individual tax preparation, and small business accounting, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. He also assists clients with retirement account tax reporting, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and maximizing benefits, and serves clients from various industries and backgrounds.
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Lisa R. Doss
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Lisa R. Doss is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience based in Dayton, Tennessee. She provides bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to help businesses and individuals maintain accurate financial records. Additionally, Lisa offers IRS representation to handle tax disputes and ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. Her specialization in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting enables her to cater to the diverse needs of family-owned enterprises and individuals and families in the region.
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Steven E. Randolph
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Located in Dayton, Tennessee, Steven E. Randolph provides accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 20 years of experience, his specialties include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning. He also offers IRS representation and tax planning and consulting services, helping clients navigate complex tax situations and achieve their financial goals.
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Martha L. Shaver
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Located in Dayton, Tennessee, Martha L. Shaver brings her expertise in accounting to various business structures and individual clients. A certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience, Shaver's specialization in basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services enables her to address diverse financial needs. Shaver's services include general accounting and advisory, as well as IRS representation, providing clients with comprehensive support through complex tax issues and financial planning decisions.
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Kennedy L. Croom
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Kennedy L. Croom is a certified public accountant based in Dayton, Tennessee, with over a decade of experience in serving small and medium-sized businesses. His specializations include financial planning, tax compliance, and basic accounting services for various business structures such as S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Croom is also skilled in sales tax compliance and IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex regulatory requirements.
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Bradley E. Harris
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Based in Dayton, Tennessee, Bradley E. Harris is a certified public accountant with a focus on helping individuals and businesses navigate their financial needs. With over 15 years of experience in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, Harris has developed a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in sales tax compliance and individual & business tax return preparation. He serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals and families, as well as various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, offering expert guidance on tax planning and compliance.
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Juliene E. Raines
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Located in Dayton, Tennessee, Juliene E. Raines, CPA, brings her expertise to individuals and businesses in the region. With over 12 years of experience, she specializes in providing Basic Accounting Services, Tax Compliance, and Individual Tax Services to Family-Owned Enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs. Her services encompass Individual & Business Tax Return Preparation, as well as Bookkeeping & Financial Statement Compilation, helping clients navigate complex financial matters with confidence.

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.