Find an accountant or CPA in Washington State

Washington has no income tax on wages, but businesses pay a tax on their gross receipts (B&O tax), and a separate state capital gains tax applies to large gains. Here is how to find and check a Washington CPA and what to ask.

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Checking a Washington CPA

CPAs are licensed by the Washington State Board of Accountancy, which has an online license search. CPAverify.org also covers Washington.

Washington taxes

No personal income tax on wages - individuals with only wage income file a federal return only.
Business and occupation (B&O) tax: a tax on a business's gross receipts, not profit, with rates depending on the type of activity. Most businesses register with the Department of Revenue, and many small ones qualify for a credit that reduces or removes the tax.
Capital gains tax: Washington taxes large long-term capital gains above a yearly threshold - worth discussing if you plan to sell stock or a business.
Sales tax: 6.5% state rate, plus local rates, so totals around Seattle are among the highest in the country.

Choosing help

Ask any accountant whether they handle B&O and sales tax filings as well as federal returns, and how often you will need to file (monthly, quarterly or yearly). For a straightforward individual return, a tax preparer may be enough.

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Common questions

Does Washington State have income tax?

There is no personal income tax on wages. Washington does tax large long-term capital gains, and businesses pay B&O tax on gross receipts.

What is B&O tax in Washington?

The business and occupation tax is charged on a business's gross receipts rather than its profit. Rates depend on the type of business, and many small businesses qualify for a credit that reduces it.

How do I verify a CPA in Washington?

Use the Washington State Board of Accountancy license search or CPAverify.org.

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