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Crystal J. Smith
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Crystal J. Smith is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) based in Ellensburg, Washington, with over 15 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, providing clients with expert guidance on managing their financial resources. With a focus on tax planning and consulting, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, Smith helps clients navigate complex financial issues and achieve their goals.
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Oliver L. Bivens
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Located in Ellensburg, Washington, Oliver L. Bivens provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and individuals in the region. With over 15 years of experience, Mr. Bivens specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting. His firm offers payroll processing and compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation services to support the financial needs of his clients.
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Felicia M. Persson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Mrs. Persson offers tax planning and consulting services to individuals and businesses in Ellensburg, Washington. With over 15 years of experience in the accounting industry, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises. Hers areas of expertise include financial statement preparation, budgeting, and financial planning, supporting clients in achieving their financial goals.
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Marianne E. Kreycik
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Located in Ellensburg, Washington, Marianne E. Kreycik is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses. Her practice focuses on basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, with a specialization in sales tax compliance and tax planning consulting. Kreycik's expertise encompasses financial statement preparation, budgeting, and financial analysis, as well as comprehensive tax planning and compliance services for small businesses.
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Patrick C. Stanton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Based in Ellensburg, Washington, Patrick C. Stanton provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience, Mr. Stanton specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting. His expertise includes bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as ensuring compliance with sales tax regulations.
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Jerry W. Grebb
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Jerry W. Grebb is a certified public accountant based in Ellensburg, Washington, with over 15 years of experience in tax and accounting. He specializes in serving family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs, providing guidance on tax compliance, individual tax services, and basic accounting services that meet their specific needs. Notably, Jerry offers comprehensive sales tax compliance services, ensuring businesses comply with state and local regulations. Additionally, he has expertise in retirement account tax reporting, helping individuals navigate complex tax requirements for their retirement savings.
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Jennifer L. Shaw
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Ellensburg, Washington 98926
Jennifer L. Shaw is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving the financial needs of small and medium-sized businesses in Ellensburg, Washington. With over a decade of experience in bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, Shaw provides a range of accounting services tailored to clients' specific needs. Holding specializations in tax compliance, individual tax services, and basic accounting services, Shaw advises clients on General Accounting & Advisory matters, including those with S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.

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.