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Heath E. Boylan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48114
Heath E. Boylan is a certified public accountant based in Brighton, Michigan, with over 10 years of experience serving small and medium-sized businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, catering to various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Additionally, Boylan provides retirement account tax reporting and offers IRS representation to assist clients with tax-related concerns.
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Patrick M. Hanniford
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48116
Patrick M. Hanniford is a certified public accountant providing accounting and tax services in Brighton, Michigan. With over 10 years of experience in general accounting and advisory, he specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting. His expertise extends to individuals and families, entrepreneurs, and startups, offering tailored solutions for retirement account tax reporting and other financial needs.
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James S. Haan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48114
James S. Haan, a certified public accountant (CPA), is based in Brighton, Michigan. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, he provides expertise to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning. He also serves businesses with various structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Haan's professional services encompass individual and business tax return preparation, as well as general accounting and advisory services. His experience spans assisting businesses in managing financial data, developing budget plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. With a deep understanding of financial concepts and regulations, Haan helps his clients make informed decisions and navigate complex accounting issues.
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Steven T. Crute
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48116
Located in Brighton, Michigan, Steven T. Crute, CPA, brings over 25 years of experience in providing expert accounting and advisory services to individuals and families. With a strong background in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, Mr. Crute offers comprehensive support for his clients' financial needs. His extensive experience in IRS representation also provides peace of mind for those dealing with tax-related issues. As a seasoned expert, Mr. Crute's services include financial planning, tax preparation, and financial statement preparation for individuals and family-owned enterprises. His in-depth knowledge of taxation and accounting principles enables him to provide accurate and informed guidance to his clients.
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Kenneth J. Palka
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48116
Brighton, Michigan-based certified public accountant Kenneth J. Palka has over 15 years of experience providing specialized accounting services to clients across various business structures. His expertise includes individual tax services, financial planning, and basic accounting services, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. Apart from individual and business tax return preparation, his services also encompass sales tax compliance, ensuring clients meet all relevant tax requirements.
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Mary Rinkus
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48116
Based in Brighton, Michigan, Mary Rinkus has over a decade of experience as a certified public accountant. She provides general accounting and advisory services, including individual and business tax return preparation, to entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses in the area. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, Rinkus advises clients on tax requirements and ensures they meet all relevant regulations.
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Michelle A. Otis
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Brighton, Michigan 48114
Michelle A. Otis is a certified public accountant providing professional accounting services to clients in the Brighton, Michigan area. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, catering to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. Michelle's expertise includes IRS representation and tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and 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.