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Timothy D. Powers
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Located in Otsego, Michigan, Timothy D. Powers provides accounting expertise to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over 15 years of experience, Powers specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, delivering guidance on general accounting and advisory matters. His services encompass tax reporting for retirement accounts, supporting clients in meeting their financial goals through strategic financial planning and tax compliance solutions.
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Susan K. Burkheimer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Susan K. Burkheimer is a certified public accountant based in Otsego, Michigan. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she specializes in providing financial guidance to family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her services encompass payroll processing and compliance, tax planning and consulting, as well as basic accounting and small business accounting, with a focus on financial planning to help clients achieve their goals.
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Cathi L. Deschaine
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Cathi L. Deschaine, a certified public accountant, has been serving the financial needs of entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses in Otsego, Michigan, since 2002. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and financial planning, which enable her to provide comprehensive support to her clients. Notably, she offers expert payroll processing and compliance services, ensuring that her clients are in full compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
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Jeffrey J. Rood
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Based in Otsego, Michigan, Jeffrey J. Rood is a practicing CPA with over 20 years of experience in providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs. His expertise includes general accounting and advisory services, as well as business tax services, helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. Notably, Mr. Rood also represents clients in IRS matters, providing representation and advocacy in audit and collection proceedings. With a specialization in basic accounting services and financial planning, he assists businesses and individuals in managing their financial affairs and achieving their long-term goals.
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Alejandro F. Gonzalez
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Alejandro F. Gonzalez is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of experience in providing accounting and tax services to clients in Otsego, Michigan. He specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, making him a valuable resource for small and medium-sized businesses and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Gonzalez's services include general accounting and advisory, as well as individual and business tax return preparation, helping clients meet their financial obligations and stay in compliance with tax laws.
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Kristi L. Watson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Based in Otsego, Michigan, Kristi L. Watson is a seasoned accountant with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in providing tax compliance and individual tax services, serving various business structures and individuals, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, as well as families and individuals. With expertise in basic accounting services and tax planning and consulting, Watson represents clients in IRS matters and offers guidance on tax-related issues, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Michael J. Crandall
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Otsego, Michigan 49078
Located in Otsego, Michigan, Michael J. Crandall, CPA, provides accounting and tax services to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. With over 15 years of experience in basic accounting services and tax compliance, Crandall offers expertise in payroll processing and compliance, general accounting, and individual tax services. Serving a variety of industries, including small businesses and entrepreneurs, Crandall focuses on helping clients navigate complex tax laws and regulatory environments to ensure financial stability and growth.

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.