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N. C. Stanny
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Nathan C. Stanny is a certified public accountant based in Port Townsend, Washington, with over 20 years of experience serving diverse businesses and families. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services to family-owned enterprises, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Stanny also offers IRS representation and tax planning and consulting services to help clients navigate complex tax regulations and achieve financial goals. With a deep understanding of tax laws and regulations, he provides expert guidance to clients operating in the state of Washington and beyond.
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Allen R. Frank
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Based in Port Townsend, Washington, Allen R. Frank is a qualified CPA providing accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses. With over a decade of experience, Frank specializes in delivering basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services to a diverse client base that includes entrepreneurs and startups as well as individuals and families. Frank's practice also extends to IRS representation, providing expert assistance and advocacy for clients facing tax-related issues.
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Nancy E. Scott
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Nancy E. Scott, a certified public accountant based in Port Townsend, Washington, has over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to various clients. Her expertise lies in general accounting and advisory, payroll processing and compliance, and business tax services, with a focus on small business accounting. Scott's services cater to individual clients, families, and diverse business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Susan D. Abraham
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Susan D. Abraham is a certified public accountant based in Port Townsend, Washington, with over 15 years of experience serving the financial needs of individuals and small businesses. Her expertise lies in tax planning and consulting, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation for small and medium-sized businesses. Abraham's specialization in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning has made her a trusted resource for clients navigating financial complexities.
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Gene Amundson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Gene Amundson is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) based in Port Townsend, Washington, with over 25 years of experience serving clients in various industries. His practice focuses on providing essential accounting services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, to small businesses and family-owned enterprises. With expertise in basic accounting services and business tax services, Amundson offers tax planning and consulting to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Vicki S. Breithaupt
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Vicki S. Breithaupt is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) serving the financial needs of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses in Port Townsend, Washington. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, she provides expert guidance on bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as tax planning and consulting. Her specialization in serving the unique financial needs of small businesses allows her to offer tailored solutions for financial planning and tax compliance.
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Gary T. Emken
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Port Townsend, Washington 98368
Based in Port Townsend, Washington, Gary T. Emken is a seasoned CPA with over 30 years of experience in accounting and taxation. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, helping a diverse range of clients from various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Emken's expertise extends to tax planning and consulting, as well as general accounting and advisory services, making him a trusted resource for entrepreneurs and startups in need of expert financial guidance.

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.