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Kristi L. Belmore
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Battle Creek, Michigan 49015
Kristi L. Belmore is a certified public accountant based in Battle Creek, Michigan, with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in providing general accounting and advisory services, including sales tax compliance, to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise covers basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, making her a valuable resource for businesses navigating financial complexities.
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Glen C. Sauer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Battle Creek, Michigan 49017
Glen C. Sauer, a certified public accountant, practices in Battle Creek, Michigan, with over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation. His professional services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as payroll processing and compliance, catering to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses and individual clients. With expertise in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, Glen C. Sauer helps clients manage their financial affairs, navigate tax laws, and achieve their financial goals.
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Christopher R. Sliva
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Battle Creek, Michigan 49016
Based in Battle Creek, Michigan, Christopher R. Sliva is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to individuals and businesses. His service offerings include tax planning and consulting, ensuring clients are compliant with sales tax laws and regulations. With specialization in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, he caters to a diverse range of clients, including individuals and families, across various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.

Michigan's evolving CPA market serves a state transitioning from traditional manufacturing to diversified technology and services economy. The Michigan Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 80 hours of continuing professional education every two years, including 2 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Michigan has a flat 4.25% individual income tax and a 6% corporate income tax. CPAs commonly handle state income tax compliance, sales and use tax, personal property tax (recently reformed but still complex), and Michigan Business Tax successor provisions. The automotive industry creates specialized needs for supplier contracts, warranty reserves, and cost accounting. Cross-border issues with Ohio and Indiana are common for businesses and residents.

Industry Specializations: Automotive manufacturing and supply chain, technology and software (especially in Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids), healthcare systems, agriculture, tourism and hospitality, logistics, and emerging industries like electric vehicles and battery technology are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in automotive cost accounting, manufacturing footprint optimization, or serving the growing tech startup community.

For CPA Professionals: The Michigan Association of CPAs serves practitioners statewide. Detroit metro offers the largest market with automotive focus, while Ann Arbor emphasizes technology and university-related services, and Grand Rapids provides regional headquarters opportunities. The state faces population challenges but offers affordable cost of living and growing opportunities in emerging industries. Economic transformation creates needs for restructuring advisory and helping traditional businesses adapt to changing markets.