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Washington Audit, Tax and Consulting
Washington state offices
We became one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest accounting and consulting firms with our acquisition of Knight Vale & Gregory (KVG) in September 2001. Founded in 1921, KVG was one of the premiere firms in the region. Today our growing team of professionals serves more than 675 midsized and owner-managed firms, as well as individuals in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
We are committed to bringing you practical solutions that draw on industry best practices, as well as innovative ideas about accounting systems, internal controls, information technology and other critical aspects of your operations. Our team will discuss possible strategies with you, so you can make informed decisions and position your organization to save money, manage risk and become even more efficient.
Commitment to the community
Our employees eagerly give back and work together with our community to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors. We support organizations dedicated to helping students (Communities in Schools, Rainier Scholars), families (Northwest Harvest, United Way) as well as organizations such as the American Heart Association, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Charity, and more.
Employment opportunities
For information about the employment opportunities currently available in Washington, please visit the Careers section of our site.
Washington Insights
NEWS RELEASE
RSM Names Paul Brajcich as Pacific Northwest Leader
RSM has announced Paul Brajcich as office managing partner for the firm’s Pacific Northwest market.
Seattle enacts new payroll expense tax effective in 2021
Seattle payroll expense tax to be imposed on employee compensation of at least $150,000 for businesses with $7 million or more in payroll.
Washington temporarily expands VDA eligibility criteria
Expanded eligibility ending Nov. 30, 2020 presents an opportunity for businesses to come into compliance with certain state taxes.
Washington revises new B&O tax increases for service-based businesses
Last year’s service-based and advanced computing business surcharges receive significant makeover after public concern.
Perishable meat processors eligible for favorable Washington B&O rate
Certain perishable meat manufactures, processors, and sellers may be eligible for a reduced business and occupation tax rate.
Seattle high-earner income tax found unconstitutional
Washington Court of Appeals determined the graduated income tax to be impermissible under a uniformity requirement.
Avoiding a data breach
The middle market is a growing target for cybercrime. Address privacy and security now so a normal day doesn’t become an emergency.
Washington state codifies and expands economic nexus requirements
Tax bill reduces nexus thresholds and amends provisions of the business and occupation tax; addresses remote sales tax collection.
Washington revises remote sales tax collection after Wayfair
Washington state will require out-of-state businesses meeting a Wayfair-style sales or transaction threshold to collect sales tax.
Seattle City Council passes employee hours tax
Mayor expected to sign employee “head tax” on businesses with Seattle sourced taxable gross income exceeding $20 million.
Washington State offers remote seller penalty reduction program
Washington Department of Revenue encourages remote sellers to come forward by offering penalty reduction and limited look back.
Washington Office Locations
Bellevue
10900 NE 8th St.
Suite 200
Bellevue, WA 98004
425.462.0100
Seattle
600 University St.
Suite 1100
Seattle, WA 98101
206.281.4444
Paul Brajcich, Seattle office leader
Tacoma
1145 Broadway Plaza
Suite 900
Tacoma, WA 98402
253.572.7111
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