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Susan Y. Edwards
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Suquamish, Washington 98392
Based in Suquamish, Washington, Susan Y. Edwards has over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. She specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex financial situations. In addition to her core services, Edwards offers specialized tax reporting for retirement accounts, ensuring accurate and timely compliance with tax laws. With expertise in sales tax compliance, she assists businesses in maintaining accurate records and meeting regulatory requirements.
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Beth A. Brown
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Suquamish, Washington 98392
Beth A. Brown, a certified public accountant (CPA), has provided accounting services to clients in Suquamish, Washington since 2007. Her expertise includes sales tax compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation. With experience serving individuals and families, as well as a variety of business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Beth provides basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services.
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Janet M. Powell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Suquamish, Washington 98392
Janet M. Powell is a certified public accountant based in Suquamish, Washington, with over 10 years of experience in accounting and tax services. She specializes in tax planning and consulting for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as providing basic accounting services and ensuring tax compliance for entrepreneurs and startups. Powell's expertise also includes sales tax compliance, and she regularly advises clients on how to navigate the complexities of business tax services.

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.