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Pam R. Cleaver
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98907
Pam R. Cleaver, a certified public accountant in Yakima, Washington, has provided financial guidance and tax expertise to clients across various industries. With over 15 years of experience specialized in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, Cleaver has helped small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises, navigate complex tax regulations and financial matters. She provides additional services, including retirement account tax reporting and IRS representation, to support clients in maintaining accurate financial records and resolving tax-related issues.
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S. L. Thomas, Jr.
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98901
Based in Yakima, Washington, S. L. Thomas, Jr. is a seasoned accounting professional with years of experience in providing financial guidance and support to individuals and families as well as small and medium-sized businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, helping clients navigate complex financial matters with confidence. Notably, Thomas also provides retirement account tax reporting services, helping individuals and businesses manage their financial obligations and stay compliant with tax regulations.
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Keven Naylor
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Based in Yakima, Washington, Keven Naylor is a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 10 years of experience providing accounting and financial services to individuals and businesses. His specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning enables him to offer tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of his clients. Naylor serves a diverse range of industries, including individuals and families, S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, providing services such as bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and general accounting and advisory services.
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Jacky L. Crawford
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98903
Based in Yakima, Washington, Jacky L. Crawford is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, catering to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. Crawford's expertise also extends to tax planning and consulting, including retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax requirements and optimize their financial strategies.
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Charles Redifer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98908
Charles Redifer is a certified public accountant based in Yakima, Washington, with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting services to entrepreneurs and startup businesses. He specializes in offering general accounting and advisory services, as well as individual tax services, to clients in various industries. Redifer's expertise also includes financial planning and payroll processing & compliance, ensuring that businesses meet their tax obligations and financial goals.
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James P. Ferguson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Based in Yakima, Washington, James P. Ferguson provides accounting and tax services to individuals and family-owned enterprises in the Yakima region. With over 15 years of experience, Ferguson specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, helping clients navigate tax laws and regulations. His expertise also extends to IRS representation, assisting clients with tax disputes, audits, and other matters requiring professional guidance.
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April L. Kent
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98901
Based in Yakima, Washington, April L. Kent provides accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. A certified public accountant with extensive experience in general accounting and advisory services, she specializes in tax compliance and business tax services. With over a decade of experience in tax planning and consulting, Kent helps her clients navigate complex financial situations, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
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Karen H. D'Hondt
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98902
Karen H. D'Hondt is a certified public accountant based in Yakima, Washington, with over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, she serves clients in various industries, including entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. Her expertise encompasses sales tax compliance and tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations. Located in central Washington, Karen H. D'Hondt maintains a strong commitment to delivering accurate and timely accounting solutions to her clients.
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Randall J. Fenich
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98901
Randall J. Fenich, a certified public accountant (CPA) located in Yakima, Washington, provides expertise in tax preparation and financial guidance to entrepreneurs and startups. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and tax services, Fenich specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services for small and medium-sized businesses. He represents clients before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and offers general accounting and advisory services, including financial statement preparation and budgeting advice.
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Beth C. Klingele
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Yakima, Washington 98901
Based in Yakima, Washington, Beth C. Klingele is a seasoned accounting professional with extensive experience providing general accounting and advisory services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. With a focus on basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, Klingele delivers tailored advice to support clients in achieving their financial goals. Klingele also specializes in IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax issues and find the best resolution.

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.