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Eric T. Jorgensen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Saranac, Michigan 48881
Eric T. Jorgensen is a certified public accountant based in Saranac, Michigan. With over 12 years of experience in accounting, he has developed expertise in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning. His specialties include providing payroll processing and compliance services, as well as sales tax compliance support to clients in small and medium-sized businesses and individuals and families. Mr. Jorgensen's services are designed to help small business owners and individuals manage their finances, stay compliant with tax laws, and achieve their financial planning goals.
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Steven R. Thompson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Saranac, Michigan 48881
Based in Saranac, Michigan, Steven R. Thompson provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises. With over 10 years of experience, Thompson specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, helping his clients navigate complex tax situations. He offers specialized tax reporting for retirement accounts and provides bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services to support business growth and decision-making.

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.