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Jeffrey A. Gears
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49201
Based in Jackson, Michigan, Jeffrey A. Gears is a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience in the field. He specializes in providing basic accounting services, including individual and business tax return preparation, as well as IRS representation for clients facing tax-related issues. Mr. Gears' expertise spans a range of industries, including small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups, and he is well-versed in individual and business tax services.
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Tamra L. Weaver
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49201
Based in Jackson, Michigan, Tamra L. Weaver is a certified public accountant (CPA) with over 20 years of experience. Her practice specializes in providing basic accounting services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Weaver also offers expertise in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that clients meet their tax obligations and avoid potential penalties. Additionally, her IRS representation services provide clients with a trusted advocate in the event of audits or tax disputes.
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Phil S. Willis
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49203
Based in Jackson, Michigan, Phil S. Willis is a certified public accountant with over a decade of experience providing expert financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, with a focus on ensuring clients meet their financial obligations and stay up-to-date with changing regulations. Phil's expertise also extends to sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and avoid potential penalties.
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Duane L. Smiley
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49203
Based in Jackson, Michigan, Duane L. Smiley is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving family-owned enterprises, S-Corps, partnerships, and various business structures, including LLCs. His practice focuses on basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, with a specialization in guiding clients through complex IRS representation and payroll processing & compliance issues. Duane's expertise spans a wide range of business structures, allowing him to tailor his services to meet the unique needs of each client.
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Joseph B. Steavens
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49204
Joseph B. Steavens, a certified public accountant based in Jackson, Michigan, has over 10 years of experience providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and various business structures. He specializes in offering basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, including financial statement compilations and bookkeeping services that cater to the unique needs of each client. Notably, Joseph B. Steavens is experienced in IRS representation and can assist clients with tax disputes and resolution, helping to minimize the financial impact of tax-related issues.
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Brenda K. De Mott
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49203
Brenda K. De Mott is a certified public accountant based in Jackson, Michigan, with over 10 years of experience providing accounting and advisory services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations and ensure accurate tax reporting. As a seasoned expert in payroll processing and compliance, De Mott assists her clients in maintaining up-to-date payroll records and meeting regulatory requirements. Through her work, De Mott helps businesses and individuals in Jackson and surrounding areas achieve financial stability and success.
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Richard L. Carpenter
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49203
Richard L. Carpenter, a certified public accountant, has been serving clients in Jackson, Michigan, for over 20 years. His expertise includes basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, with a focus on meeting the unique needs of entrepreneurs and startups as well as family-owned enterprises. Mr. Carpenter also provides specialized services, including IRS representation and bookkeeping/financial statement compilation, to help clients navigate complex financial situations.
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David M. Hoaglin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49203
Based in Jackson, Michigan, David M. Hoaglin has been providing comprehensive accounting services to various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, for over 10 years. His expertise encompasses basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, catering to the needs of entrepreneurs and startups. Notably, David M. Hoaglin is also experienced in representing clients before the IRS and ensuring compliance with sales tax regulations.
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Michael J. Robbins
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49201
Michael J. Robbins is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Jackson, Michigan, with over 17 years of experience serving individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. His expertise lies in providing basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, while also ensuring compliance with sales tax regulations. Robbins is well-versed in payroll processing and compliance, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations to minimize risks and maximize efficiency.
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Lesley A. Delgado
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Jackson, Michigan 49201
Based in Jackson, Michigan, Lesley A. Delgado is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing general accounting and advisory services. Her expertise in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance has helped various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as family-owned enterprises, achieve financial stability and compliance. Delgado also represents clients before the IRS, navigating complex tax matters and ensuring timely resolutions.

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.