Liz Gold, Author at CPA Trendlines

Cannabis Lights Up Midterm Ballots

State CPA societies shift into high gear.

Voters across the United States showed their support for cannabis during the 2018 midterms, with three states approving new markets and more than a handful of new governors who support the industry.

In addition, Democrats were able to take over the House of Representatives, which tips the scales more in favor of easing some of the liabilities many cannabusinesses face.

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‘Genius Accountant’ Helps Cannabiz Clients Manage Effectively

Lind Mizar specializes in helping clients problem-solve around cash management

By Liz Gold
CannaBizCPA.Pro

Cannabis businesses aren’t getting the justice they deserve as it relates to their financial needs.

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“We need to educate more accountants,” says Lind Mizar, MBA and founder of Genius Accountant in Tualatin, Oregon. “There are a lot of firms out there that say they help but they don’t.”
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5 CPA Opportunities with Cannabis Clients

From Kevin Haller, who is helping cannabusinesses build their empires.

By Liz Gold
cannabizcpa.pro

As an accountant looking to work with cannabis clients, one thing is certain – make absolutely sure you understand what you are getting into.

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According to Kevin Haller, CPA and chair of Petrinovich Pugh & Company’s Cannabis Practice Group, accountants who want to get into the cannabis industry should consider these three key things:

establish an onboarding process (which should include background checks),
convey your expertise and support for the industry through your website and
get involved in the cannabis community.

CANNABIS

Squar Milner Takes on Cannabis in California and Beyond

“Every one of my cannabis clients needs multiple services and I think that’s what got people excited.”

By Liz Gold
CannabizCPA.PRO

When Mike Goral joined Squar Milner in January, he was brought on to start the firm’s cannabis practice. Headquartered in Newport Beach, Calif., Squar Milner has approximately $100 million in revenue and is ranked as one of the top 50 accounting firms in the U.S. with 10 locations throughout California and the Cayman Islands.

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Led by Goral, a state and local tax specialist for more than 20 years, the firm’s cannabis practice has 35 team members working with cannabis startups.
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Bruce Jolliff: Jumping into Cannabis Head First

“I want to help these people save money on taxes, so they can use it to build their business.”

By Liz Gold
CannabizCPA.Pro

Bruce Jolliff is turning his attention to cannabis clients.

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A CPA and a forensic accountant who spends a majority of time providing outsourced controller and CFO services, Jolliff is jumping head first into cannabis. And he’s ready.
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