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Showing 1 to 4 of 4 CPAs in Lake Odessa, Michigan
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Sarah J. Cook
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849
Located in Lake Odessa, Michigan, Sarah J. Cook brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and financial services to her clients. Her expertise...
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James E. Maxim
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849
James E. Maxim is a certified public accountant based in Lake Odessa, Michigan. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, he serves...
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Jennifer L. Buehler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849
Based in Lake Odessa, Michigan, Jennifer L. Buehler has over 15 years of experience providing expert accounting services to small and medium-sized bus...
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Melissa A. Schuiling
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849
Melissa A. Schuiling is a certified public accountant licensed to practice in the state of Michigan, based in Lake Odessa. With over 10 years of exper...

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.