John Bettencourt, CPA

Partner, Tax Services

 

Professional Experience

General

Advises corporate, partnership and individual clients in preparing Federal, State and Local tax returns, and provides consultation directed at minimizing overall taxes and achieving financial objectives.  Industries include construction, real state development, farming, agriculture related industry, closely held businesses, retail business, and financial services.  Successful in penalty abatement negotiations with the Internal Revenue Service and the Franchise Tax Board.  Acts as a receiver and trustee. 

 

Mergers and Acquisitions

Develops valuation models for the combined entities to evaluate the financial impact of the proposed transaction and effect on current and long-term earnings prospects.

 

Litigation Support

Experienced in litigation support consultation in regards to divorce, accounting malpractice, embezzlement, business separations, damage to business, family disputes, business valuations, bankruptcy, business disputes, and construction contracts.

 

Education

University of Santa Clara, Santa Clara, California
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude, 1972

 

Professional Credentials & Memberships

Licensed Certified Public Accountant in California, September 1974
Licensed Certified Public Accountant in Texas, May 1991
Licensed Certified Public Accountant in Arizona, April 1997
Member of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member of California Society of Certified Public Accountants