Top Certified Public Accountants in Pennsylvania
Finding the best CPA can be a daunting task, especially in a big place like Pennsylvania. Not to worry though, we’ve got you covered because we have searched out the top accountants in Pennsylvania. We will also have helpful article to help plan finances, answer tax questions, and address those bookkeeping problems.
It is important to build a strong connection with your CPA so they can best benefit you and it is extremely important that whomever you are working with is someone you feel comfortable with. We highly suggest interviewing your potential accountants and getting to know them before picking the one that is perfect for you. Our list of the best accountants in Pennsylvania is a great place to start. Thanks to your continuous feedback we can ensure that others on our site get to find the top CPAs in their area.
So if you are new to Pennsylvania or have lived there for years, feel free to browse our list and find the perfect accountant for you today. Is your accountant one of the best in his field but not on the list? Let us know! We are constantly revising all our lists and your personal feedback is essential to making sure only the best make it on our lists.
Matthew B. Searles, CPA, PFS, ChFC
Allentown, PA
Mr. Searles is a graduate of Bentley University and Moravian College. Matt has advanced certifications as CPA, ChFC, and PFS. As our chief strategist, he brings extensive tax planning experience from his years with international accounting firm KPMG Peat Marwick. His expertise also includes multi-state taxation; estate, retirement, and financial planning; and bank financing assistance. Matt is managing partner of the firm, and concentrates his attention on the business advisory side of the practice, along with assisting business owners and their management teams with individual and estate tax and financial planning matters.
Dennis Piper, CPA, MPA
Pittsburgh, PA
Dennis Piper has over 20 years of experience in providing business advisory, tax compliance and tax consulting services. His clients are usually corporations, individuals, partnerships, limited liability companies, estates, trusts, not-for-profits, and pension and profit-sharing plans. He also provides consult and assistance in accounting software programs.
David W. Serfass, CPA
Bethlehem, PA
He is the President, Treasurer, and Quality Control Director of the Serfass & Serfass CPA firm. With more than 25 years of practice, he has already gained extensive experience in accounting, financial planning and investment Management.
Robert B. Simpson, MT, CPA
Springfield, PA
He is a Certified Public Accountant who has had extensive experience in real estate investing. He is also known for having completed a Master of Science degree in Taxation at the Widener University. Robert Simpson is the Founder and Managing partner of the Brinker Simpson firm.
Frederick J. Kern, CPA
Erie, PA
Frederick Kern specializes is in the areas of tax planning and preparation and he focuses his work more on providing these services to closely held businesses and individuals. He is currently the senior and managing partner of the Appletree & Kern CPA firm.
Kathy L. Hess, CPA
Pittsburgh, PA
She has been practicing as a tax accountant and financial advisor for over 30 years. In addition to being certified in public accounting, Kathy Hess is also a Certified Coach, a Certified Valuation Analyst, and is NASD licensed in Series 6, 7 and 63. Her approach in assisting clients is to integrate tax, investment, and business-building strategies into the clients’ daily routines.
David M. Pianta, CPA
Erie, PA
David has been with Appletree & Kern since 1987, becoming a partner in 1995. He is in charge of the firm’s auditing and accounting practice and also specializes in individual and corporation tax consulting and preparation. Among David’s clients are manufacturers, contractors, restaurants, physician and other professional service providers, educators, retailers, a bakery, and a golf course.
Penny Lee Qualls, CPA
Erie, PA
Penny Lee Qualls provides a broad range of tax and accounting services such as system setup for businesses, record transactions, and preparation of checks and deposits. She is also an IRS E-File Provider and an Authorized QuickBooks Affiliate who assists in accounting software programs.
Matthew F. Mingey, CPA
Springfield, PA
Matthew Mingey provides services such as auditing, review and compilation engagements and tax compliance for business and individual clients. He is also the Treasurer of Keystone Charities Fund, a non profit organization formed to help children with medical needs and issues, and is the founding President of The Springfield Community Development Corporation.
Charles G. Knight, CPA, CVA, CFF
Erie, PA
Charles Knight became a Certified Public Accountant in 1984 and a Certified Valuation Analyst in 1999. He also earned the credential of Certified in Financial Forensics in 2008. In addition, he has previously worked with a “Big 4” international accounting firm where he was the senior manager of the accounting and auditing department.
