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Beverly L. Thrasher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Beverly L. Thrasher, a certified public accountant (CPA), is based in Livingston, Tennessee, and brings over 25 years of experience to her clients. Her expertise spans individual and business tax return preparation, including sales tax compliance, as well as basic accounting services and financial planning tailored to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Thrasher's services also cover business tax services, providing comprehensive support to entrepreneurs and business owners in navigating complex tax regulations and financial planning needs.
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James F. Scarlett
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Based in Livingston, Tennessee, James F. Scarlett is a seasoned accounting professional with over 10 years of experience in small business accounting and tax compliance. His practice focuses on providing comprehensive accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises, including bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and IRS representation. With specializations in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, Scarlett offers expertise in navigating complex tax laws and financial regulations, helping clients maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
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Jennifer L. Phipps
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Based in Livingston, Tennessee, Jennifer L. Phipps is a local CPA with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services. Her expertise encompasses a range of areas, including small business accounting, financial planning, and tax planning and consulting. Phipps has a proven track record of helping individual clients and small businesses navigate tax compliance, including sales tax compliance for various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. She serves clients with diverse needs, from basic accounting services to complex financial planning, offering tailored guidance and support to meet specific goals and objectives.
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Andrew C. Marion
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Based in Livingston, Tennessee, Andrew C. Marion is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the tax and accounting needs of small and medium-sized businesses. His expertise lies in individual and business tax return preparation, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, which he utilizes to help clients navigate various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Marion's specialization in basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services enables him to cater to a range of clients with diverse financial needs.
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Cindy G. Johns
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Cindy G. Johns is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving entrepreneurs and startups in Livingston, Tennessee. Her expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, tax planning, and consulting, as well as basic accounting services and individual tax services. As a specialist in small business accounting, Cindy helps her clients navigate financial complexities and achieve their goals.
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Larry E. Eldridge
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Based in Livingston, Tennessee, Larry E. Eldridge has been a licensed CPA since 2001. With expertise in small business accounting, financial statement compilation, and basic accounting services, Eldridge caters to a variety of clients, including small and medium-sized businesses and individuals. His services also extend to IRS representation, providing guidance and support in tax-related matters.
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Julia E. Sinclair
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Livingston, Tennessee 38570
Julia E. Sinclair is a certified public accountant based in Livingston, Tennessee, with over 20 years of experience serving clients across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her practice focuses on providing tax planning and consulting services to individuals and families, as well as small businesses, helping them navigate tax laws and regulations. With expertise in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, Sinclair represents clients in IRS matters and offers guidance on tax compliance and planning.

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.