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Amanda L. Dieter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Amanda L. Dieter, a certified public accountant based in Bay City, Michigan, has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. Her expertise includes preparing individual and business tax returns, as well as compiling financial statements and providing bookkeeping services. Dieter's specialties include basic accounting services, financial planning, and managing the accounting needs of small businesses and various business structures, such as S-Corps and partnerships.
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Scott A. Nietzke
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Scott A. Nietzke is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience providing accounting and tax services to small and medium-sized businesses. His expertise extends to sales tax compliance, payroll processing and compliance, as well as basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance across various industries. Notably, Scott is skilled in preparing business tax returns and financial statements that meet the unique needs of entrepreneurs and startups.
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Thomas E. Osentoski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Thomas E. Osentoski provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and individuals. With over 25 years of experience in tax preparation and accounting, Osentoski specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting. As a certified public accountant, Osentoski prepares individual and business tax returns, as well as provides retirement account tax reporting services.
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Gregg D. Greenwood
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Gregg D. Greenwood is a certified public accountant based in Bay City, Michigan, with over 20 years of experience in individual and business taxation. His services include tax return preparation for individuals and businesses, as well as payroll processing and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. With expertise in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, Greenwood assists small and medium-sized businesses across various structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Adam C. Wallaker
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Adam C. Wallaker provides accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals, focusing on general accounting and financial statement compilation. With over 15 years of experience, he offers specialized services in business tax and individual tax planning, supporting clients in the areas of basic accounting and financial services. Wallaker's expertise extends to bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, helping clients navigate complex financial requirements and regulatory changes.
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Kelly L. Panknin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Kelly L. Panknin is a certified public accountant based in Bay City, Michigan, with over 10 years of experience providing expert accounting and tax services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, with a focus on helping clients navigate the complexities of tax laws and regulations. Panknin also offers IRS representation services, helping clients resolve disputes and resolve tax debts.
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Paul A. Gaiser
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48708
Located in Bay City, Michigan, Paul A. Gaiser provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Gaiser specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services. His services include bookkeeping, financial statement compilation, and retirement account tax reporting.
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Barbara A. Bierlein
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48708
Barbara A. Bierlein, a Bay City, Michigan-based CPA, has been providing accounting services for over 20 years. She specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, primarily serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. In addition to her core services, Barbara also provides IRS representation and financial statement compilation and bookkeeping services to her clients.
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Andrew R. Wiess
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Andrew R. Wiess provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, small and medium-sized businesses. With over years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, offering guidance on general accounting and advisory matters. Notably, he offers expertise in retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and maximize their financial returns. Andrew's services are designed to meet the diverse needs of his clients, from tax planning to financial strategy development, supporting their growth and success.
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Michael E. Wegener
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48708
Located in Bay City, Michigan, Michael E. Wegener provides accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. With over 20 years of experience in the field, he specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting. His expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, as well as general accounting and advisory services, which help clients navigate financial decisions and stay up-to-date on tax regulations.

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.