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Susan Turcotte

Susan Turcotte

CPA

Expertise:

Entity taxation
Corporate tax strategies
Deduction optimization

Education:

Bachelors in Accounting, Bryant College in Smithfield RI
Masters in taxation, Bryant College in Smithfield RI

Susan Turcotte, a seasoned Certified Public Accountant (CPA), has more than 45 years of extensive accounting experience. Susan has come a long way in the accounting field and brings a combination of dedication, experience, and humor to her long career. Born and raised in Smithfield, Rhode Island, she laid the groundwork for her illustrious career at Bryant College, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, followed by a Master's degree in Taxation.

Susan's career path is as diverse as it is impressive. She has navigated various sectors of the accounting world, including public accounting with several firms and private industry, where she excelled as a controller for several companies. Along with her entrepreneurial endeavors, Susan's passion for accounting never waned as she continued to practice tax work on a part-time basis.

In 2014, Susan began her association with TFX, initially on a part-time basis. Her role quickly evolved into a full-time commitment in 2015, a testament to her adaptability and unwavering dedication to her profession.

Susan's career is a testament to her resilience, adaptability and dedication to the field of accounting. Her extensive experience, coupled with her hands-on involvement in both the corporate and entrepreneurial aspects of accounting, positions her as a respected figure in her field. As she continues her work at TFX, Susan's legacy will be not only in the numbers she crunches but also in the countless individuals and companies she has guided through the complex world of finance.

Articles

FDAP income: What nonresident aliens and US expats need to know

FDAP income (Fixed, Determinable, Annual, or Periodical income) is a category of US-source income that the IRS taxes at a flat 30% rate when paid to nonresident aliens and foreign entities. FDAP covers interest, dividends, rents, royalties, and compensation from US sources. ...

K-1 vs 1099: what's the difference for US expats?

A Form 1099 reports payments or investment income paid directly to you – contractor fees, dividends, or interest. A Schedule K-1 reports your allocated share of income, deductions, or credi...