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# Buckno Lisicky & Company

Allentown, Pennsylvania's top-rated Certified Public Accountants and local Business Consultants dedicated to meeting your financial needs.

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- [Mid-Year Financial Checkup: A CPA’s Guide to Staying on Track](https://bucknolisicky.com/mid-year-financial-checkup-a-cpas-guide-to-staying-on-track/) - As we move into the second half of the year, now is the perfect time to take a closer look at your financial health. Whether you're a business owner, nonprofit leader, or individual taxpayer, a mid-year financial checkup can help you identify opportunities, address challenges, and make informed decisions before the busy third and fourth
- [Why More Businesses Are Choosing Outsourced CFO Services](https://bucknolisicky.com/why-more-businesses-are-choosing-outsourced-cfo-services/) - As businesses grow, so do the financial decisions they face. At a certain point, basic bookkeeping and tax preparation are no longer enough. Business owners need forward-looking insight, strategic planning, and financial leadership, but hiring a full-time CFO often isn’t practical. That’s why more companies are turning to outsourced CFO services. At Buckno Lisicky &
- [Tax Tips for Freelancers and Contractors](https://bucknolisicky.com/tax-tips-for-freelancers-and-contractors/) - Freelancing and contract work offer flexibility, independence, and control over your income, but they also come with added tax responsibility. Without an employer withholding taxes or managing compliance, it’s up to you to stay organized, plan ahead, and avoid costly mistakes. At Buckno Lisicky & Company, we work with freelancers and independent contractors across the
- [How to Get Your Books in Order Before Tax Filing Season](https://bucknolisicky.com/how-to-get-your-books-in-order-before-tax-filing-season/) - When tax filing season begins, businesses with organized financial records feel prepared, while those scrambling to sort receipts, statements, and spreadsheets feel stressed, rushed, and unsure. Accurate bookkeeping doesn’t just make tax filing smoother; it also helps uncover savings opportunities and reduces compliance risk. At Buckno Lisicky & Company, we frequently help Lehigh Valley businesses
- [IRS Refund and Payment Processing for 2026 Tax Season (2025 Returns)](https://bucknolisicky.com/irs-refund-and-payment-processing-for-2026-tax-season-2025-returns/) - As part of ongoing modernization efforts, the IRS is phasing out paper tax refund checks. All refunds are now required to be issued by direct deposit. Currently, the IRS is still accepting paper checks for tax payments and quarterly estimates, however, electronic payment will be mandatory in the near future. As such, we advise that
- [5 Common Tax Deductions You Won’t Want To Miss](https://bucknolisicky.com/5-common-tax-deductions-you-wont-want-to-miss/) - Every year, many small and mid-sized businesses leave money on the table, not because they made mistakes, but because they unknowingly miss legitimate tax deductions they were entitled to claim. Tax laws are complex, documentation rules are strict, and some deductions aren’t obvious unless you’re actively planning for them. At Buckno Lisicky & Company, our
- [Guidance for Employees to Claim Qualified Tips & Qualified Overtime Compensation](https://bucknolisicky.com/guidance-for-employees-to-claim-qualified-tips-qualified-overtime-compensation/) - Starting in 2025, employees can deduct a certain amount of their Qualified Tips and Qualified Overtime Compensation. These deductions reduce taxable income, and you do not need to itemize to claim them. Since the Form W-2 will remain unchanged for tax year 2025 and employers are not required to separately report these amounts, the IRS
- [The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes temporary tax deduction for overtime pay.](https://bucknolisicky.com/the-one-big-beautiful-bill-act-obbba-includes-temporary-tax-deduction-for-overtime-pay/) - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes a new temporary federal income tax deduction for overtime pay. Starting in 2025 and lasting through 2028, individuals can deduct up to $12,500 ($25,000 if MFJ) in overtime premiums. The Adjusted Gross Income limitation is $150,000 for single taxpayers and $300,000 for Married Filing Jointly, with a 10% phase-out.
- [Top 5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/top-5-questions-to-ask-before-hiring-a-cpa/) - In this article, we’ll explore five essential questions Lehigh Valley business owners should ask before hiring a CPA. Contact Buckno & Lisicky Company today!
- [NEW DEDUCTION ALERT FOR SENIORS ](https://bucknolisicky.com/new-deduction-alert-for-seniors/) - We love when the tax code gives our clients a reason to smile! If you’re 65 or older, this new deduction might brighten next year’s filing season. The IRS doesn’t hand out gifts often — but if you’re 65 or older, a new tax law just gave you one. Beginning with the 2025 tax year,
- [R&D Tax Credit](https://bucknolisicky.com/rd-tax-credit/) - The OBBBA R&D Tax Credit means the option to fully expensing domestic research and development costs in lieu of capitalization starting in the 2025 tax year. If you have costs that were already capitalized and haven't been fully amortized you may elect to accelerate those costs over one or two years. Qualified research expenses generally
- [Bonus Depreciation](https://bucknolisicky.com/bonus-depreciation/) - Now may be the time to buy! 100% bonus depreciation is restored! The ability to fully expense fixed asset purchases acquired and in use after January 19, 2025 is returning. And now qualified production facilities get in on the action too! Purchases that normally have to be depreciated over time now qualify for 100% Bonus
- [SALT Shaker Alert: Bigger Deductions Ahead](https://bucknolisicky.com/salt-shaker-alert-bigger-deductions-ahead/) - Some good, salty news for taxpayers! The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) spices things up for individual taxpayers by increasing the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction. Starting in the 2025 tax year, Married Filing Jointly couples will get up to a $40,000 ($20,000 for single filers) deduction on their federal income tax returns.
- [LLCs: New PA Annual Reports due September 30, 2025](https://bucknolisicky.com/corporations-new-pa-annual-reports-due-june-30-2025/) - As we mentioned earlier this year, beginning in 2025, the Pennsylvania Department of State (DOS) instituted a new annual report requirement. All domestic (PA) and foreign (non-PA) based entities doing business within the Commonwealth must register and file online to report basic company information. For-profit entities must also pay a small fee of $7. There is
- [Why Outsourcing Bookkeeping Could Be Smart for Your Business](https://bucknolisicky.com/why-outsourcing-bookkeeping-could-be-smart-for-your-business/) - Running a business is no small feat, especially when you're trying to juggle sales, operations, staffing, and the never-ending demands of financial management. For many small and mid-sized business owners in the Lehigh Valley, managing the books in-house might seem cost-effective, until it starts consuming too much time, or worse, leading to costly errors. In
- [President Signs Sweeping Reconciliation Bill (OBBBA)](https://bucknolisicky.com/president-signs-sweeping-reconciliation-bill-obbba/) - One day after the House voted 218 to 214 3 to approve the Senate-passed reconciliation bill, on July 4th President Trump signed into law H.R. 1 the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA.)” As with any tax legislation, the devil is in the details. In addition to the summary below, we will have further updates concerning
- [BOI Update: Filing Requirements Reinstated](https://bucknolisicky.com/boi-update-filing-requirements-reinstated/) - Here is the latest update on BOI reporting from the FINCEN: With the February 18, 2025, decision by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas in Smith, et al. v. U.S. Department of the Treasury, et al., 6:24-cv-00336 (E.D. Tex.), beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)
- [UPDATE: BOI FILING INJUCTION CHALLENGED BY DOJ](https://bucknolisicky.com/update-boi-filing-injuction-challenged-by-doj/) - As previously reported, on 12/3/24 a federal district court in Texas issued an order halting the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) along with the requirement to file Beneficial Ownership information (BOI) reports with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN.). The court’s injunction, issued in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. vs. Garland, applies nationwide.
- [UPDATE: BOI report filing suspended indefinitely](https://bucknolisicky.com/update-boi-report-filing-suspended-indefinitely/) - On 12/3/24 a federal district court in Texas issued an order halting the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) along with the Beneficial Ownership information (BOI) reporting rules contained in its regulations. The court’s injunction, issued in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. vs. Garland, applies nationwide. The injunction states that the CTA and the BOI
- [What You Need to Know: CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT](https://bucknolisicky.com/what-you-need-to-know-corporate-transparency-act/) - To our clients who own businesses or rental real estate, By now you are probably aware of a new non-tax regulatory filing requirement administered by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN) called the Beneficial Owner Information (BOI) report. BOI reporting requires certain corporations, limited liability companies (LLC), limited partnerships (LP) and business trusts to disclose

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- [Krys Conway](https://bucknolisicky.com/krys-conway/) - Beginning his career at Buckno Lisicky & Company as an intern, he joined the firm as a Staff Accountant in 2017. Brian was promoted to Senior Staff Accountant in 2020.
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- [Manufacturing](https://bucknolisicky.com/manufacturing/) - Attuned to the changing trends of manufacturing companies, Buckno Lisicky & Company helps you achieve maximum profitability - whether you manufacture molded plastic parts, sophisticated electronic components, heavy industrial machinery or any other product.
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- [Outsourced CFO & Accounting Services](https://bucknolisicky.com/outsourced-cfo-accounting-services/) - With employee turnover, increased labor costs and the lack of professional expertise, many small businesses, non-profit organizations, and governmental entities are moving to outsource their accounting and financial needs to accounting firms.
- [Tax Returns, Planning & Compliance](https://bucknolisicky.com/tax-returns-planning-compliance/) - In order to provide the most advantageous guidance, the tax specialists at Buckno Lisicky & Company use every available resource to keep up to date in the ever-changing international, federal, state and local tax laws.
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- [Gene M. Buckno, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/gene-buckno-print-page/) - Learn about Gene Buckno, a trusted accounting professional at Buckno Lisicky & Company, providing expert financial guidance and business solutions.
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- [Sherry A. Sohaney Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/sherry-sohaney-print-page/) - Sherry has been with the firm for 16 years. Hired in 2008 as a paraprofessional before moving to Office Manager in 2010.
- [Kelley Andrade Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/kelley-andrade-print-page/) - Meet Kelley Andrade at Buckno Lisicky & Company, providing expert accounting, tax, and advisory services to help businesses grow and thrive.
- [Bruce A. Palmer, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/bruce-palmer-print-page/) - A 1974 graduate of Bangor Area High School, Bruce received an Associates Degree in Accounting from Northampton Community College in 1977.
- [Anh Nguyen Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/anh-nguyen-print-page/) - Anh is a Kutztown University alumnus who graduated Suma Cum Laude from the College of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with both Accounting and Finance degree in 2019.
- [Andrew A. Lisicky, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/andrew-lisicky-print-page/) - Born and raised in the Lehigh Valley, Andy is a graduate of Whitehall High School and received a BS degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.
- [Our Services](https://bucknolisicky.com/our-services/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company takes pride in servicing businesses locally and abroad. Accounting, Bookkeeping, QuickBooks, Tax Returns and Planning, Lititgation Support, and more.
- [John V. Filipos, CPA, MST](https://bucknolisicky.com/john-filipos/) - John began his accounting career in 1991 and was promoted to Shareholder in 2005. He services clientele from a variety of industries and while services he provides to his clients include financial statements and preparation of tax returns, financial and tax planning and business consulting, John has a special expertise in the area of tax issues, with an eye towards estate planning and insurance.
- [Louis J. LeMaster, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/louis-lemaster/) - Lou served the firm as Managing Shareholder from 2015-2023 and continues to service Buckno Lisicky & Company’s health professions clientele, as well as a growing segment of start-up and development stage enterprises.
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- [Robert A. Newton, MBA, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/robert-newton-print-page/) - A Lehigh Valley native, Bob graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1983 and went on to earn a Masters in Business Administration from Moravian University in 1995.
- [Robert A. Newton, MBA, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/robert-newton/) - Bob became a principal Shareholder in the firm of Loch, Elsenbaumer, Newton & Company in 2002, working with many small to medium sized businesses with an emphasis in construction, manufacturing and many other professional service firms.
- [Robert L. Buck, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/robert-buck/) - Bob’s primary area of specialization is in corporate and personal taxation. He also has in-depth experience in the non-profit area, with business entity structuring and tax issues arising from the acquisition or sale of a business.
- [Kelly Baumley, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/kelly-baumley-print-page/) - Kelly’s experience encompasses a wide variety of businesses. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in English from Rutgers University and an Associate’s Degree in Accounting from Bergen Community College.
- [Kelly Baumley, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/kelly-baumley/) - Kelly Baumley provides a range of services including business and individual tax preparation, financial statement preparation, and tax research.
- [Kelley Andrade](https://bucknolisicky.com/kelley-andrade/) - In 2023 Kelley became the Marketing Director for the firm. She resides in Jim Thorpe and is an avid traveler, hiker and music lover.
- [Retail](https://bucknolisicky.com/retail/) - Buckno Lisicky's vast experience and proven track record delivers value-added services for a broad-variety of retailers from small, independent single-store units to large multi-unit chains and franchises.
- [Restaurants](https://bucknolisicky.com/restaurants/) - Whether you own a gourmet restaurant, diner or a luncheonette Buckno Lisicky & Company's broad experience with restaurants ensures in-depth service and attention to details.
- [Randal R. Dietz, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/randal-dietz-print-page/) - Randy served in the U.S. Coast Guard and then went on to receive a BA degree in Business Administration from Moravian College. A former Managing Director of the firm, he joined Buckno Lisicky & Company in 1978 and became a Shareholder in 1986.
- [Randal R. Dietz, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/randal-dietz/) - Randy has experience with manufacturing, construction, financial services, distributions and retail companies. He delivers expertise in audits, reviews, compilations, computer auditing, and tax matters.
- [QuickBooks® Consulting](https://bucknolisicky.com/quickbooks-consulting/) - At Buckno Lisicky and Company, our Certified QuickBooks® ProAdvisors will assure that your QuickBooks® software is operating effectively for your business. From setting up a file from scratch to customizing a file you have been using for years, we will help you realize the power of the software and how it can provide you with metrics you need to run your business efficiently.
- [Christopher W. Betley, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/christopher-betley-print-page/) - Chris received a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania in 2006 and became a Certified Public Accountant in 2014.
- [Christopher W. Betley, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/christopher-betley/) - Chris lives in Bethlehem with his wife Emily and their three children Olivia, Colton and Juliet. When he is not spending time with his family, he enjoys playing golf and basketball.
- [Litigation Support](https://bucknolisicky.com/litigation-support/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company specializes in a full range of litigation support services designed for attorneys, financial officers, insurance agents and other professional business people.
- [Law Firms](https://bucknolisicky.com/law-firms/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company has the necessary expertise to assist your practice, from the sole proprietor to the largest of groups, in addressing the distinct requirements of accounting for a law firm.
- [Sally Ann Leabold, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/sally-leabold-print-page/) - Sally graduated from Northampton Area High School and received an Associates Degree in Accounting from Northampton County Area Community College in 1973 and a BA degree in Accounting, Summa Cum Laude, from DeSales University in 1989.
- [Sally Ann Leabold, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/sally-leabold/) - Sally worked for Harold Eisenhauer, CPA from 1980 until the firm was purchased by Buckno Lisicky & Company in 1991 and became a CPA in 1990. She was Manager in the Firm’s Bethlehem office until 1996, when she became a Shareholder.
- [Robert L. Buck, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/robert-buck-print-page/) - Lifelong resident of the Lehigh Valley, Bob graduated from Allentown Central Catholic High School in 1986.
- [Michael D. Pickett, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/michael-pickett-print-page/) - Michael is a native Lehigh Valley resident who graduated from Liberty High School and earned an Associates Degree in Accounting from Northampton Community College.
- [Michael D. Pickett, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/michael-pickett/) - Michael and his wife Rosanne live in Upper Milford Township with their two children, Mary and David. In his spare time, Michael enjoys music, sports and investing in stocks.
- [Matthew V. Leiner, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/matthew-leiner-print-page/) - A lifelong resident of the Lehigh Valley, Matt graduated from Northampton High School in 1995.
- [Matthew V. Leiner, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/matthew-leiner/) - Matt has in-depth experience servicing a variety of Buckno Lisicky & Company’s clientele in the areas of business and personal taxes, audits of employee benefit plans, and compilation and review engagements.
- [Marcellus Shale Consulting](https://bucknolisicky.com/marcellus-shale-consulting/) - Let us help you realize the economic promise of the Marcellus Shale discovery. Our team of knowledgeable professionals will answer your questions and be instrumental in negotiating oil and natural gas leases.
- [Management Advisory](https://bucknolisicky.com/management-advisory/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company offers you expertise and flexibility - whether you're a large established corporation, a small start-up or a growing business. Our management consultants will provide an overall review of your business operations or focus on specific problem areas.
- [Louis J. LeMaster, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/louis-lemaster-print-page/) - A native Pennsylvanian, Lou graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a BS degree in Business Administration, Accounting.
- [Governmental Organizations](https://bucknolisicky.com/governmental-organizations/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company has a team of experts who understand current issues that may affect your organization, helping your organization comply with the related complex governmental regulations.
- [George M. Eshak, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/george-eshak/) - George graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in May 2017 and became a Certified Public Accountant in September 2021.
- [Our Philosophy](https://bucknolisicky.com/our-philosophy/) - Buckno Lisicky and Company offers the expertise, stability, confidentiality and integrity you need, backed by sound advice and planning for current financial needs as well as long-term goals.
- [Non-Profit Organizations](https://bucknolisicky.com/non-profit-organizations/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company will effectively guide your organization through the ever-changing and increasing volume of complex non-profit regulations.
- [Bruce C. Loch, CPA, CRFAC Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/bruce-loch-print-page/) - A Lehigh valley native, Bruce received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Drexel University where he was member of the Accounting Society.
- [Bruce C. Loch, CPA, CRFAC](https://bucknolisicky.com/bruce-loch/) - Bruce has spent the last several years heading up the firm of Loch, Elsenbaumer and Newton, while servicing a multitude of clients and growing the area of forensic accounting.
- [Bruce A. Palmer, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/bruce-palmer/) - Bruce and his wife Judith live in Lower Nazareth Township. He enjoys wine tasting, watches Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey and follows his daughters’, Amanda and Sara, employment and life adventures.
- [Auto Dealerships](https://bucknolisicky.com/auto-dealerships/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company provides expertise across a full range of services to meet your unique automotive needs, no matter what the size of your dealership or the number of locations.
- [Architectural Firms](https://bucknolisicky.com/architectural-firms/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company is experienced in specialized cash flow projections as they relate to the field of architecture.
- [Andrew A. Lisicky, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/andrew-lisicky/) - Specializing in the areas of manufacturing and family business, Andrew A. Lisicky brings a fresh perspective to the firm.
- [Agreed Upon Procedures](https://bucknolisicky.com/agreed-upon-procedures/) - Management will often request an agreed-upon procedures engagement when they have specific financial elements that require involvement by a CPA to enhance the credibility of information.
- [Advertising Agencies & Marketing Firms](https://bucknolisicky.com/advertising-agencies-marketing-firms/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company assists a wide variety of advertising agencies, public relations firms and promotional product suppliers. We have the expertise needed to provide high-quality accounting and tax services to multimedia agencies.
- [Gene M. Buckno, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/gene-buckno/) - A native of the Lehigh Valley, Gene graduated from Liberty High School, Bethlehem, and received a BA degree from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey.
- [Fraud Investigation & Forensic Accounting](https://bucknolisicky.com/fraud-investigation-forensic-accounting/) - In the event you find your organization in an unfortunate position with regard to missing funds or misstated financial records, you can rely on the trained and experienced Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) at Buckno Lisicky & Company to provide assistance in remedying your situation.
- [Food Franchises](https://bucknolisicky.com/food-franchises/) - Buckno Lisicky & Company's comprehensive experience in this field will provide valuable help in growing your food franchise business.
- [Evelyn A. Williams, CPA Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/evelyn-williams-print-page/) - A graduate of Edison High School in Edison, New Jersey, Evelyn earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Rutgers University.
- [Evelyn A. Williams, CPA](https://bucknolisicky.com/evelyn-williams/) - Evelyn resides in New Tripoli with her husband, Keith, son, David and daughter, Sandra. Evelyn enjoys reading, spending time with her family and assisting with local pet rescue organizations.
- [Employee Benefit Plan Auditing](https://bucknolisicky.com/employee-benefit-plan-auditing/) - At Buckno Lisicky & Company, we are committed to achieving the highest quality audit services possible. We understand the complexity of performing employee benefit plan audits.
- [Donald H. Elsenbaumer, CPA, CRFAC Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/donald-elsenbaumer-print-page/) - A Lehigh Valley native, Don served as the Managing Shareholder at Loch, Elsenbaumer, Newton & Company before merging with Buckno Lisicky & Company in 2022.
- [Joshua M. Kollar, CPA, CFE Print Page](https://bucknolisicky.com/joshua-kollar-print-page/) - A native of Emmaus, PA, Joshua graduated from Emmaus High School. He went on to attend Kutztown University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS degree in Accounting and Finance in the Spring of 2013.
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