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Roy W. Johnston
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Based in Big Rapids, Michigan, Roy W. Johnston is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience serving individuals and families, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, with a focus on ensuring clients are in compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations. Johnston's services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as tax planning and consulting to help clients minimize their tax liability and achieve their financial goals.
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Dieter H. Weiss
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Big Rapids, Michigan-based CPA Dieter H. Weiss brings years of expertise to his practice, specializing in areas such as basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance. With over [number] years of experience, Weiss offers a range of services including payroll processing and compliance, as well as tax planning and consulting tailored to meet the unique needs of entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. Weiss' unique ability to combine financial expertise with a deep understanding of tax laws makes him an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex financial decisions.
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Amanda Knuth
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Amanda Knuth is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the tax and accounting needs of individuals and small to medium-sized businesses in Big Rapids, Michigan. Her practice focuses on providing expert guidance in areas such as individual tax services, basic accounting services, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. Notably, Amanda also specializes in payroll processing and compliance, as well as IRS representation, offering clients a comprehensive range of services tailored to their specific needs.
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Douglas J. Witte
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Douglas J. Witte is a certified public accountant (CPA) servicing clients in Big Rapids, Michigan. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services to a range of clients, including individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Additionally, Mr. Witte offers IRS representation and sales tax compliance services to support his clients' tax and financial needs.
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Jeanne B. Murphy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Located in Big Rapids, Michigan, Jeanne B. Murphy provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 10 years of experience, her expertise includes general accounting and advisory services, payroll processing and compliance, and small business accounting, helping clients meet their financial needs and goals. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, Jeanne B. Murphy helps clients navigate complex tax laws and financial regulations.
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Renee E. Sorrels
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Based in Big Rapids, Michigan, Renee E. Sorrels provides comprehensive accounting services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. With over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance, she offers specialized support in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting. Beyond standard accounting functions, Renee also provides sales tax compliance and payroll processing & compliance support to help clients navigate complex tax regulations.
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Karen S. Hashimi
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Based in Big Rapids, Michigan, Karen S. Hashimi offers accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 12 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations. Her expertise includes sales tax compliance and payroll processing & compliance, ensuring accurate and timely payment of taxes and employment-related liabilities.
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Jonathan E. Locke
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Jonathan E. Locke, a certified public accountant based in Big Rapids, Michigan, provides financial expertise to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and financial planning. His services include retirement account tax reporting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, helping his clients navigate complex tax requirements and financial challenges.
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James M. Angell
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
With over 10 years of experience, James M. Angell provides a full spectrum of accounting services to individuals and family-owned enterprises in the Big Rapids area. His expertise spans basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. Angell also specializes in retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Robert A. Boyce
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Robert A. Boyce, a certified public accountant based in Big Rapids, Michigan, has provided individual and business tax preparation services to the local community since 2005. With expertise in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, Boyce offers specialized support to entrepreneurs and startups as well as family-owned enterprises. He also provides tax reporting services for retirement accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant 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.