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Richard Battershell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98032
Richard Battershell is a certified public accountant based in Kent, Washington, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting and advisory services to individuals and businesses. His expertise includes financial planning, small business accounting, and general accounting, as well as IRS representation and negotiation on behalf of his clients. Battershell has worked with a variety of business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, serving clients in need of basic accounting services and ongoing financial guidance.
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Diana S. Webb
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98031
Diana S. Webb is a certified public accountant (CPA) located in Kent, Washington. With over 15 years of experience, she provides expert guidance on individual and business tax matters, including IRS representation and preparation of tax returns for various business structures. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, serving a range of industries, including small and medium-sized businesses and S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. She prepares and represents clients in front of the IRS for audits and tax disputes.
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Thomas J. Fus
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98042
Based in Kent, Washington, Thomas J. Fus is a seasoned accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals and families. He specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and stay in compliance with tax regulations. Fus also offers tax planning and consulting, as well as IRS representation services, providing clients with peace of mind in the face of tax-related issues. With a deep understanding of the needs of his clients, Fus delivers expert advice and guidance to help them achieve their financial goals.
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Gina L. Jarvis
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98031
Gina L. Jarvis is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Kent, Washington, with over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. Her areas of specialization include individual tax services, basic accounting services, and small business accounting, as well as general accounting and advisory services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. Gina works closely with her clients to develop tailored financial solutions that meet their unique needs, providing expert advice on financial planning and management.
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Ann M. Myers
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98042
Based in Kent, Washington, Ann M. Myers has been providing financial expertise to various business structures, including small and medium-sized S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs since 2005. Her comprehensive services encompass individual tax services, financial planning, and basic accounting services, ensuring clients receive tailored support for their unique needs. A skilled practitioner in IRS representation, Ann M. Myers also offers bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, helping clients maintain accurate records and meet regulatory requirements.
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Clair A. Neevel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98042
Based in Kent, Washington, Clair A. Neevel is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services. Her expertise includes financial statement compilation, individual and business tax return preparation, and basic accounting services for family-owned enterprises and various business structures. With a specialization in business tax services and individual tax services, Neevel's practice focuses on helping S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs with their tax needs.
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Mark R. Burley
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98042
Based in Kent, Washington, Mark R. Burley provides accounting services to individuals and families, as well as small businesses with various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over [X] years of experience, Burley specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and make informed decisions. Services include retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing and compliance, ensuring accurate tax filings and regulatory adherence for businesses and individuals.
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Joe A. Moore
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98031
Joe A. Moore, a certified public accountant based in Kent, Washington, has practiced accounting for over 15 years. His expertise lies in providing general accounting and advisory services, specializing in tax compliance and small business accounting for individuals and family-owned enterprises. Moore is also well-versed in sales tax compliance, ensuring that his clients meet their tax obligations and maintain up-to-date financial records.
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William P. Kleitsch
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98031
Based in Kent, Washington, William P. Kleitsch is a seasoned accounting professional with over 20 years of experience providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures. His expertise spans basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, with a focus on ensuring accurate and timely tax returns and planning. Kleitsch's tax preparation services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as ongoing tax planning and consulting to help clients achieve their financial goals.
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Catherine L. Minter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Kent, Washington 98031
Catherine L. Minter, a seasoned accountant based in Kent, Washington, has over 15 years of experience serving family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. Her expertise lies in providing basic accounting services, ensuring tax compliance, and offering individual tax services to help clients navigate complex financial situations. Notably, Catherine has extensive experience in payroll processing and compliance, as well as IRS representation, guiding clients through audits and tax disputes.

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.