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Sandra L. Bryant
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98908
Based in Yakima, Washington, Sandra L. Bryant provides financial expertise as a certified public accountant. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. Her services include IRS representation, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, helping clients navigate complex financial situations and maintain accurate financial records. A seasoned expert in tax compliance, Bryant ensures that her clients meet their tax obligations, adhering to the laws and regulations of the Internal Revenue Service.
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Paul C. Kocher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98908
Based in Yakima, Washington, Paul C. Kocher provides expert accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses. With over 20 years of experience, Kocher specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, leveraging his expertise to meet the unique needs of each client. His services include sales tax compliance and IRS representation, helping businesses navigate complex regulatory requirements and minimize financial risk.
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David A. Mitchum
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98908
Based in Yakima, Washington, David A. Mitchum is a skilled accountant providing expert guidance to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, Mitchum specializes in providing comprehensive services in basic accounting, business taxation, and individual taxation. Mitchum's expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely payment of employee wages, and tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Tracy A. Clark
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Based in Yakima, Washington, Tracy A. Clark is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. Her practice focuses on general accounting and advisory services, including individual and business tax return preparation. Clark's areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, providing clients with a comprehensive range of financial expertise.
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Terry A. Bliesner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Terry A. Bliesner is a certified public accountant in Yakima, Washington, with over 20 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises. He specializes in tax planning and consulting, individual and business tax return preparation, and offers financial planning services to help clients achieve their long-term financial goals. With expertise in basic accounting services and individual tax services, Terry A. Bliesner helps clients navigate complex financial situations and make informed decisions about their financial futures.
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Erin M. Tracy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Based in Yakima, Washington, Erin M. Tracy is a seasoned accountant with over 15 years of experience guiding family-owned enterprises and individuals in managing their financial affairs. She provides a range of accounting services, including general accounting and advisory, as well as individual tax services and tax compliance expertise. Her expertise in basic accounting services and retirement account tax reporting enables clients to maintain accurate financial records and stay compliant with tax regulations.
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Scott G. Hammer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98903
Based in Yakima, Washington, Scott G. Hammer specializes in providing financial planning and individual tax services to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. With over [experience] years of experience, Mr. Hammer offers tax planning and consulting, as well as individual and business tax return preparation services. As a certified public accountant, Scott G. Hammer is well-versed in basic accounting services and provides expertise to clients across various industries, including small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises.
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Delmar L. Pearson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Delmar L. Pearson is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Yakima, Washington. With over 15 years of experience, he provides bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to clients in the Pacific Northwest. His specialization in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services is complemented by his expertise in payroll processing and compliance.
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Candace H. Broadfoot
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98907
Candace H. Broadfoot is a certified public accountant based in Yakima, Washington. With over 10 years of experience serving individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Broadfoot provides general accounting and advisory services. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting. One notable aspect of her practice is her expertise in providing detailed retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate the complexities of this essential financial service.
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Richard S. Brown
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98908
Located in Yakima, Washington, Richard S. Brown is a seasoned certified public accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in providing comprehensive tax and accounting solutions to a diverse range of clients. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, Brown has a deep understanding of the complex tax laws and regulations that govern various business structures, including S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to his expertise in financial planning and tax preparation, Brown offers specialized services in IRS representation and retirement account tax reporting, ensuring his clients receive accurate and timely support during tax audits or other issues.

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.