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Jennifer Schneider
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Portland, Michigan 48875
Jennifer Schneider is a certified public accountant based in Portland, Michigan. With over 10 years of experience, she serves a diverse range of clients, including entrepreneurs and startups, and small to medium-sized businesses. Specializing in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services, Schneider's expertise covers sales tax compliance and IRS representation.
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Tammie L. Anderson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Portland, Michigan 48875
Tammie L. Anderson is a certified public accountant based in Portland, Michigan. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in providing basic accounting services to small businesses, as well as individual tax services to clients in the Portland area. Her expertise includes payroll processing and compliance, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation, making her a valuable resource for family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses in Michigan.
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David A. Lange
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Portland, Michigan 48875
Based in Portland, Michigan, David A. Lange is a certified public accountant with extensive experience serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises. With a specialization in small business accounting and financial planning, Lange provides expert advice on tax planning and consulting to help clients navigate complex financial situations. Lange also offers payroll processing and compliance services, ensuring accurate and timely payment of employees and adhering to relevant federal and state regulations. Over his years of experience, Lange has honed his skills in basic accounting services, serving as a trusted advisor to his clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
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Peter A. Scudder
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Portland, Michigan 48875
Based in Portland, Michigan, Peter A. Scudder is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the financial needs of family-owned enterprises, entrepreneurs, and startups. His specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance enables him to provide expert guidance on financial planning, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, Scudder offers IRS representation services, helping clients navigate tax disputes and resolve complex tax issues efficiently.
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Patricia A. Beachnau
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Portland, Michigan 48875
Based in Portland, Michigan, Patricia A. Beachnau is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation. She specializes in providing basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting expertise to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. Beachnau's practice focuses on individual and business tax return preparation, as well as sales tax compliance, helping clients navigate complex financial regulations and ensure accuracy in their tax filings.
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John C. Simon
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Portland, Michigan 48875
John C. Simon, a certified public accountant based in Portland, Michigan, has over 25 years of experience providing expert financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Specializing in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, Simon delivers tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of his clients. With a focus on general accounting and advisory services, as well as tax planning and consulting, Simon helps his clients navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve their goals.

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.