Our Professionals

Harry C. Lin, MBA, CPA

Background

Harry C. Lin is the founder of Harry C. Lin, CPA A Professional Corporation, established in Los Angeles in 1992. Mr. Lin holds a Master of Business Administration from Eastern New Mexico University.

Before founding his own firm, Mr. Lin gained extensive experience at several accounting firms in California and Taiwan, including the prominent Los Angeles-based firm Gleicher, Tilley & Leonard and the Big Eight accounting firm Price Waterhouse in Taiwan. While at Price Waterhouse, he was promoted to Supervisor in the expatriate tax department.

Mr. Lin is a recognized expert in tax and finance, frequently making guest appearances on local TV, radio, newspapers, and various social media platforms. He is particularly known for providing valuable insights on tax and finance for Chinese-American media outlets such as ETTV America, Skylink TV, TVBS, CTI Television Inc., LA18, World Journal, Epoch Times, China Press, Sing Tao Daily, Taiwan Daily, Apple Daily, WaCow LA, LA 360, Charming China, and Midday Buzz.

In addition to his media appearances, Mr. Lin is highly regarded for his IRS advocacy expertise and specialization in international tax planning. He was a major shareholder in Grand Foremost, Inc., which served the Southern California hospitality industry, and he also specializes in hotel and retail rental real estate.

Mr. Lin is the founder of the Sino-American CPAs Association, one of the most active Chinese-American civil organizations in Los Angeles, and has held the title of Emeritus Founding Chairman since 1993. He is a member of the Stakeholder Liaison of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and regularly attends the IRS/Practitioner Liaison meetings to provide the Chinese-American community with updates on the latest IRS regulations.

His contributions to the Chinese community extend beyond his professional work. Mr. Lin served as Commissioner for the Overseas Community Affairs Council of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and was honored with the highest award that an overseas Chinese can receive from the Republic of China (Taiwan).

Additionally, Mr. Lin is a guest lecturer at California State University, Long Beach, and became a University of Southern California Ambassador in 2017.

Professional Affiliations and Recognition

Sino-American CPAs Association (SACPAA) – Emeritus Founding Chairman

Overseas Community Affairs Council, Republic of China (Taiwan) – Commissioner and Hai Hwa Medal Recipient

University of Southern California – USC Ambassador

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) – Stakeholder Liaison

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)

Education

Master of Business Administration, Major in Accounting, Eastern New Mexico University

Languages

English

Mandarin Chinese

Taiwanese

Michael Lin, CPA, MBT

Background

Michael Lin works closely with Harry C. Lin to ensure that all professionals at Harry C. Lin, CPA A Professional Corporation fully understand the business needs of clients, enabling them to better address both business and financial challenges.

Mr. Lin earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics, with an emphasis in Accounting, from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) in 2012. He founded the Delta Sigma Pi – Rho Sigma Chapter at UCSB in 2010, helping over 200 students launch successful careers in business and commerce. Mr. Lin further broadened his academic experience by studying at National Taiwan University and Peking University. He later earned a Master of Business Taxation from the University of Southern California.

Before joining Harry C. Lin, CPA A Professional Corporation, Mr. Lin gained valuable experience across a variety of industries, specializing in assurance engagements at Moss Adams and PricewaterhouseCoopers. This diverse experience has equipped him to deliver results quickly and efficiently, ensuring clients achieve the outcomes they deserve.

In addition to his professional work, Mr. Lin is actively involved with the Sino-American CPAs Association and the International Creative Class Alliance. He works closely with members of the organization to help the next generation of Chinese Americans succeed in their careers. Mr. Lin also supports the community by assisting local and federal elected officials and advocating for law enforcement.

Professional Affiliations and Recognition

Sino-American CPAs Association (SACPAA)

Delta Sigma Pi – Rho Sigma Chapter – Founder

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics with an Emphasis in Accounting, University of California, Santa Barbara

Accounting and Chinese – Peking University

Accounting and Chinese – National Taiwan University

Master of Business Taxation – University of Southern California

Languages

English

Mandarin Chinese

Taiwanese