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Douglas K. Risser
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98372
Douglas K. Risser is a certified public accountant based in Puyallup, Washington. With over 10 years of experience serving family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Mr. Risser provides expert advice on financial planning and business tax services. His services encompass general accounting, financial planning, and retirement account tax reporting, catering to various clients with diverse financial needs.
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Hayden G. Williams
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98373
Hayden G. Williams is a certified public accountant based in Puyallup, Washington, with over 10 years of experience in providing tax planning and consulting services to individuals and families, as well as small businesses and various business structures. He specializes in basic accounting services, including financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and budgeting. Williams also offers expert tax return preparation, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to the IRS, and provides guidance on tax compliance to help clients navigate ever-changing tax laws and regulations.
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Robert B. Gulrajani
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98375
Located in Puyallup, Washington, Robert B. Gulrajani has provided accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses, since 2000. His expertise includes individual and business tax return preparation, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and laws. With a focus on basic accounting services and small business accounting, Gulrajani helps clients navigate financial planning, budgeting, and record-keeping. In addition to his regular services, Gulrajani provides sales tax compliance support, helping business owners stay on top of complex tax obligations.
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Steven C. Martinez
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98374
Based in Puyallup, Washington, Steven C. Martinez is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience in providing financial guidance to clients. His specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning allows him to cater to the diverse needs of various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as family-owned enterprises. Services offered by Martinez include retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing & compliance, making him a valuable resource for clients seeking comprehensive financial support.
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Steven C. Staton
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98374
Based in Puyallup, Washington, Steven C. Staton is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing general accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses. He specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, catering to various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Along with general accounting services, Staton also represents clients in matters with the IRS, offering a unique combination of technical expertise and advocacy.
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Carrie J. Lyon
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98375
Located in Puyallup, Washington, Carrie J. Lyon provides accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services. Her unique service offerings include IRS representation and retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax situations.
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Yasmin L. Caldwell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98371
Based in Puyallup, Washington, Yasmin L. Caldwell is a certified public accountant with over a decade of experience serving clients in the Pacific Northwest. Her practice focuses on providing individual and business tax return preparation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. With specializations in basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, Caldwell is well-equipped to address the diverse needs of her clients, from tax planning and compliance to financial statement analysis.
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Brock Lakely
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98373
Brock Lakely is a certified public accountant based in Puyallup, Washington, with over 15 years of experience providing tax and accounting services to family-owned enterprises and various business structures. He specializes in basic accounting services, including financial planning and business tax services, as well as retirement account tax reporting and payroll processing and compliance. Lakely's expertise extends to serving S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and ensure regulatory compliance.
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Angela Gardner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98372
Based in Puyallup, Washington, Angela Gardner has over 15 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to individuals and families, entrepreneurs, and startups. Her expertise spans individual and business tax return preparation, as well as basic accounting services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. Gardner's focus on tax compliance and individual tax services helps clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Lisa T. Wilson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Puyallup, Washington 98372
Lisa T. Wilson is a certified public accountant based in Puyallup, Washington, with over 10 years of experience serving individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her services include individual and business tax return preparation, payroll processing, and compliance, catering to diverse financial needs. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, Wilson provides tailored guidance to her clients, helping them navigate complex financial situations.

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.