Biography

Josh has worked in public accounting since 2012. He specializes in tax credits and incentives, including federal and state research and development (R&D) tax credits, research and experimental expenditures (IRC Sec. 174), and employee retention tax credits.

Josh has served clients across many industries, primarily focusing on agriculture, food & beverage, wine, beer, & spirits, technology, life sciences, and manufacturing.

Prior to joining Moss Adams, Josh spent several years performing R&D tax credits studies at a Big Four firm.

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Education

  • BS, business administration, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
  • MS, accounting and taxation, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Insights from Josh Harbin

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