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Amanda Elya
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48329
Based in Waterford, Michigan, Amanda Elya provides accounting services to a variety of clients. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting. Her expertise extends to industries such as entrepreneurs and startups, as well as family-owned enterprises, and she offers additional services like retirement account tax reporting and IRS representation.
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Michelle L. Reid
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48328
Located in Waterford, Michigan, Michelle L. Reid provides comprehensive accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and small business accounting, offering a range of expertise that includes retirement account tax reporting and bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. Michelle's services cater to the diverse needs of her clients, helping them navigate complex financial requirements and regulations.
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Steven Elwart
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48328
Based in Waterford, Michigan, Steven Elwart provides accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With years of experience, his specializations include basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services, offering guidance on complex financial matters. As a certified public accountant, Elwart offers IRS representation and general accounting and advisory services, helping clients navigate tax laws and regulations.
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Michael R. Finnigan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48327
Located in Waterford, Michigan, Michael R. Finnigan provides expert financial guidance to various clients in the region. Specializing in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services, Finnigan advises family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups on tax compliance and financial matters. His experience spans over 15 years in the field, with a focus on delivering accurate and timely financial services, including payroll processing and compliance, and retirement account tax reporting.
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Jeanmarie T. Weir
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48327
Based in Waterford, Michigan, Jeanmarie T. Weir operates as a certified public accountant, providing accounting services to a diverse range of small and medium-sized businesses. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services, effectively navigating various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her services also encompass sales tax compliance and payroll processing & compliance, ensuring clients meet their tax obligations and maintain accurate financial records.
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Scott E. Mahaffy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48329
Based in Waterford, Michigan, Scott E. Mahaffy is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in public accounting. With over 15 years of experience, he provides individual and business tax return preparation services, as well as sales tax compliance for various clients. His specialization lies in basic accounting services, including financial planning and small business accounting, particularly serving family-owned enterprises and entrepreneurs and startups. Scott's unique service includes offering financial planning and budget analysis to help small businesses and individuals make informed decisions about their financial matters.
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Theresa P. Kuehn
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48328
Based in Waterford, Michigan, Theresa P. Kuehn is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in providing basic accounting services to small businesses, as well as individual tax services to individuals and families in the region. Kuehn prepares tax returns for both individuals and businesses, and compiles financial statements for clients needing bookkeeping services. Her expertise extends to small and medium-sized businesses, where she helps with accounting, tax planning, and compliance.
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Justin M. Switzer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48327
Justin M. Switzer serves clients in Waterford, Michigan, offering comprehensive accounting services to meet their financial needs. With over a decade of experience in the field, he provides expert guidance on general accounting and advisory services, payroll processing and compliance, and tax compliance to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as family-owned enterprises. His specialization in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance enables him to efficiently address the unique financial challenges of his clients. Switzer's extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations makes him a valuable resource for businesses navigating complex tax compliance issues.
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Richard E. Beckman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48327
Located in Waterford, Michigan, Richard E. Beckman is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience serving the accounting needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals and families. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance, with a strong focus on staying up-to-date on changing regulations and laws. Mr. Beckman also provides expertise in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring that clients are in full compliance with tax laws and regulations. With a deep understanding of the complex tax laws and regulations, Mr. Beckman helps clients navigate sales tax compliance and avoid costly penalties.
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William J. Kessel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waterford, Michigan 48328
Based in Waterford, Michigan, William J. Kessel is a Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. His expertise spans basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning, enabling him to provide comprehensive support for a variety of business needs. Kessel's professional services include tax planning and consulting, and he is committed to staying up-to-date with changing 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.