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Wes Akers, CPA

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Professional Experience

Wes has more than seven years of public accounting experience, providing tax compliance and accounting services to a broad range of clients in various industries.

Industry Expertise

Wes has experience working with C Corporations, S Corporations, partnerships and high net worth individuals. He enjoys focusing on serving privately held businesses and their owners.

Professional Activities

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants

Certifications

  • Certified Public Accountant

Education

  • Master of Business Administration, Morehead State University, Morehead, KY
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Morehead State University, Morehead, KY

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