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Susan S. Lenker
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Shepherd, Michigan 48883
Susan S. Lenker is a certified public accountant based in Shepherd, Michigan, with over 25 years of experience serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise encompasses basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, making her a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and startups in need of professional guidance. As a seasoned accountant, Lenker provides general accounting and advisory services, including bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, helping clients maintain accurate financial records and make informed business decisions. With a deep understanding of financial regulations and tax laws, Lenker offers tailored advice to clients, enabling them to navigate complex financial situations with confidence.
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Mary A. Kornexl
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Shepherd, Michigan 48883
Located in Shepherd, Michigan, Mary A. Kornexl provides professional accounting services to individuals and families in the area. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, offering personalized guidance to help clients achieve their financial goals. Her services include tax planning and consulting, as well as retirement account tax reporting, allowing clients to navigate complex tax laws with confidence.
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Jennifer M. Wentworth
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Shepherd, Michigan 48883
Jennifer M. Wentworth is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving entrepreneurs and startups in Shepherd, Michigan. She specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services, providing critical support for small and medium-sized businesses. Wentworth's expertise in tax planning and consulting enables her clients to make informed financial decisions and stay up-to-date with payroll processing and compliance regulations.
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Michelle A. Stehman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Shepherd, Michigan 48883
Based in Shepherd, Michigan, Michelle A. Stehman provides a variety of accounting services to clients with diverse business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Stehman offers specialized services in financial planning, small business accounting, and basic accounting, helping entrepreneurs and business owners manage their finances effectively. Notably, she provides representation for clients facing issues with the IRS, ensuring that their rights are protected throughout the process.

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.