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Susan M. Elder
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakland, Michigan 48363
Based in Oakland, Michigan, Susan M. Elder is a seasoned accountant with over 20 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. Susan specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, offering expert advice on financial matters to ensure clients' financial stability and success. She also represents clients before the IRS and provides tax planning and consulting services to help mitigate tax liabilities and optimize financial situations. With extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations, Susan brings clarity and confidence to clients navigating complex financial issues.
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Sharon L. Koenig
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakland, Michigan 48363
Sharon L. Koenig, a certified public accountant, is based in Oakland, Michigan, where she has been practicing for over 15 years. Her expertise in tax planning and consulting, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, allows her to cater to various clients, including individuals and families, small and medium-sized businesses. Koenig's specialties in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services demonstrate her ability to handle a range of financial needs.
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Ronald J. Elder
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Oakland, Michigan 48363
Ronald J. Elder is a certified public accountant in Oakland, Michigan, with over 20 years of experience. His practice focuses on providing tax planning and consulting services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses in the Oakland area. Elder specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, with a particular emphasis on retirement account tax reporting. He is dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest tax laws and regulations to ensure his clients receive accurate and timely guidance.

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.