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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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Leif E. Peterson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Leif E. Peterson has extensive experience as a certified public accountant, providing expertise in various business structures and individual clients since 2005. He specializes in offering comprehensive services including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, sales tax compliance, and basic accounting services for a range of entities. Peterson's expertise in business tax services and individual tax services enables him to address the unique needs of each client, ensuring accurate financial reporting and adherence to tax regulations.
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Kenneth G. Martin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48708
Kenneth G. Martin is a CPA based in Bay City, Michigan, with over 15 years of experience in accounting. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning to clients such as small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, and families. Martin's expertise also includes sales tax compliance and payroll processing and compliance, enabling him to address the unique needs of his clients.
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Shelly L. Doran
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48708
Founded in 1995, Shelly L. Doran's accounting practice serves clients in Bay City, Michigan, offering expertise in small business accounting, financial planning, and basic accounting services. As a seasoned accounting professional with over 25 years of experience, Doran provides specialized support for individuals and families, in addition to family-owned enterprises. Sales tax compliance and retirement account tax reporting are among the services offered by Doran, ensuring accurate tax reporting and compliance with relevant tax laws. With a strong focus on personal and business financial planning, Doran helps clients make informed financial decisions, aligning with their long-term goals and objectives.
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Eric A. Ball
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Located in Bay City, Michigan, Eric A. Ball provides accounting services for individuals and businesses. With over 10 years of experience in taxation and accounting, Ball helps prepare individual and business tax returns, as well as provides general accounting and advisory services. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, serving various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, in addition to entrepreneurs and startups.
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Theodore C. Schumann
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48707
Theodore C. Schumann is a certified public accountant based in Bay City, Michigan, with over 20 years of experience serving clients across various industries. His specialties include providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning advice to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. Additionally, he offers payroll processing and compliance services, helping clients maintain accurate records and stay compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
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Margaret M. Gill
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Margaret M. Gill is a certified public accountant based in Bay City, Michigan, with over two decades of experience helping family-owned enterprises and individuals navigate complex financial situations. Her expertise spans basic accounting services, including financial statement compilation, as well as small business accounting and financial planning. She represents clients in front of the Internal Revenue Service. Gill's extensive experience and specialization in serving family-owned businesses and individuals make her a valuable resource for those seeking expert financial guidance.
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Sherry S. Rivet
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Sherry S. Rivet has been providing accounting services to clients in the region since 2002. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, making her a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and startups in the area. Sherry's expertise in bookkeeping and financial statement compilation enables her to help small and medium-sized businesses effectively manage their finances and meet regulatory requirements.
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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.
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Brandon R. Cavanaugh
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Bay City, Michigan 48706
Based in Bay City, Michigan, Brandon R. Cavanaugh has been providing accounting services to clients for over 15 years. His expertise spans payroll processing and compliance, tax planning, and consulting, catering to the financial needs of small business owners, family-owned enterprises, and entrepreneurs. With a specialization in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, Cavanaugh offers tailored advice on financial management and regulatory compliance. His clients, primarily family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs, benefit from his in-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulatory requirements.

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.