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Showing 1 to 3 of 3 CPAs in Houghton Lake, Michigan
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Alfred E. Cambridge
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629
Alfred E. Cambridge is a certified public accountant based in Houghton Lake, Michigan, with over 15 years of experience providing expert financial guidance to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. Cambridge specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, offering a comprehensive range of solutions to meet the diverse needs of his clients. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as general accounting and advisory services to ensure accurate financial reporting and informed decision-making.
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Janice M. Porath
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629
Janice M. Porath provides accounting services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs in Houghton Lake, Michigan. With over 25 years of experience in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, she is well-equipped to handle general accounting and advisory needs. Janice's specialization in compiling financial statements and providing bookkeeping services enables clients to maintain accurate financial records and make informed business decisions.
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Gregory K. Bodker
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629
Gregory K. Bodker is a licensed CPA with over 25 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses in Houghton Lake, Michigan. He specializes in Basic Accounting Services, Financial Planning, and Business Tax Services, including Sales Tax Compliance and IRS Representation, for a variety of business structures such as S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs. Bodker's expertise encompasses financial planning, tax compliance, and business advisory services, facilitating informed business decisions and minimizing tax liabilities.

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.