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Jacqueline M. O'Connor
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Jacqueline M. O'Connor is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving the Ellensburg, Washington area. With over 10 years of experience in accounting, she provides specialized services for small businesses, including tax planning and consulting, as well as sales tax compliance. Her professional expertise encompasses a range of industries, from individuals and families to S-Corps, partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLCs), offering tailored solutions for each business structure.
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Peter G. Wolfsehr
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Established in Ellensburg, Washington, Peter G. Wolfsehr is a Certified Public Accountant providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. With over 10 years of experience, his practice specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, catering to the diverse needs of his clients. His expertise includes retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing & compliance, ensuring businesses meet their tax obligations and maintain regulatory compliance. With a strong understanding of local, state, and federal tax laws, Peter G. Wolfsehr helps his clients navigate complex tax issues and achieve financial stability.
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Lester W. Johnson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Lester W. Johnson is a certified public accountant based in Ellensburg, Washington, with over 20 years of experience in accounting and tax services. His expertise encompasses a range of specializations, including tax compliance, business tax services, and basic accounting services. Johnson's practice also provides general accounting and advisory services to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses in the local community.
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Ting Shi
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Ting Shi is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs in Ellensburg, Washington. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, catering to the needs of small business owners and self-employed individuals. Services offered by Ting Shi include payroll processing and compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and tax compliance for her clients.
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James W. Mckean
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Located in Ellensburg, Washington, James W. Mckean provides financial expertise to clients in the Pacific Northwest. With over 15 years of experience, Mckean specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning to family-owned enterprises and individuals and families. His services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as retirement account tax reporting, ensuring clients meet their tax obligations and stay in compliance with relevant regulations.
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Karen Adamson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Karen Adamson is a certified public accountant based in Ellensburg, Washington. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise also encompasses tax planning and consulting, particularly for small businesses and entrepreneurs, helping them navigate complex financial matters and optimize their tax strategies. Adamson has a strong background in basic accounting services, which enables her to effectively manage clients' financial records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Keith L. Reed
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Based in Ellensburg, Washington, Keith L. Reed is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of professional experience. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. His services include retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing and compliance, ensuring clients are in accordance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
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James A. Bailey
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
James A. Bailey is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in accounting and tax preparation services. He specializes in providing basic accounting services for individuals and families, as well as financial planning and individual tax services for Ellensburg residents and business owners. In addition to serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Bailey's expertise extends to retirement account tax reporting and individual & business tax return preparation.
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Clifford J. Hubbard
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Ellensburg-based certified public accountant Clifford J. Hubbard provides expertise in general accounting and advisory services. With over 15 years of experience, Hubbard specializes in providing basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. His practice also offers retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate tax implications associated with retirement savings.
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John W. Robinson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Located in Ellensburg, Washington, John W. Robinson is a certified public accountant with over 12 years of experience in providing accounting and financial services. He specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, serving a variety of clients, including family-owned enterprises and businesses with complex structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Robinson prepares individual and business tax returns and reports, including retirement account tax reporting, ensuring compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations. With his expertise in tax and accounting, he provides valuable guidance to his clients, helping them navigate the complexities of financial management and planning.

Washington's thriving CPA market serves a no-income-tax state with robust technology, aerospace, and international trade sectors. The Washington State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 4 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Washington has no state income tax but relatively high sales tax (including Business & Occupation tax on gross receipts) and complex local tax variations. CPAs focus on federal tax compliance, B&O tax (which applies to gross receipts regardless of profitability), sales and use tax, and preserving Washington's tax advantages. The concentration of technology companies creates strong demand for equity compensation planning, stock option taxation, and serving employees with restricted stock units. Multi-state issues are common, particularly with Oregon which has high income tax but no sales tax. Cross-border tax planning for Vancouver, WA (no income tax) versus Portland, OR (no sales tax) creates unique opportunities.

Industry Specializations: Technology and software (Seattle tech hub), aerospace and aviation (Boeing), international trade and logistics (major Pacific Rim port), healthcare systems, agriculture, forest products, tourism, manufacturing, and professional services are key practice areas. Seattle CPAs often specialize in technology startup accounting, equity compensation, venture capital, or serving the unique needs of employees at major tech companies with complex stock grants.

For CPA Professionals: The Washington Society of CPAs provides extensive resources across a geographically diverse state. Seattle dominates the market with technology concentration and sophisticated client base commanding top compensation, while Bellevue, Tacoma, Spokane, and Vancouver provide alternatives. The no-income-tax advantage attracts both practitioners and clients (especially from California and Oregon), though high cost of living in the Puget Sound area is a consideration. The combination of major technology companies, international trade, and Pacific Northwest lifestyle creates dynamic opportunities. The state's continued growth and business-friendly reputation maintain strong demand across practice areas.