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Wendy L. Haburn
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Based in Alexandria, Minnesota, Wendy L. Haburn is a certified public accountant providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses. With over [number of years] years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and small business accounting, catering to a diverse range of business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Wendy offers additional services such as IRS representation and retirement account tax reporting, ensuring her clients receive comprehensive accounting support.
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Edward J. Desautels
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Located in Alexandria, Minnesota, Edward J. Desautels has been providing accounting services for over 15 years. His practice specializes in general accounting and advisory services, with a focus on sales tax compliance for various business structures, including S-corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Desautels' expertise also extends to basic accounting services, tax compliance, and individual tax services for family-owned enterprises and other clients. With a strong understanding of tax law and regulations, Desautels helps clients navigate complex financial situations and achieve their financial goals.
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Dennis L. Schmidt
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Dennis L. Schmidt is a certified public accountant based in Alexandria, Minnesota. He has over 15 years of experience providing comprehensive accounting and advisory services to family-owned enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. With a specialization in small business accounting and business tax services, Schmidt's expertise includes basic accounting services such as financial statement preparation, budgeting, and financial analysis. He also represents clients in IRS matters, helping them navigate tax disputes and resolve issues.
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Stephanie S. Hegstad
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Located in Alexandria, Minnesota, Stephanie S. Hegstad has over 15 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses. Her expertise includes basic accounting services, financial planning, and compliance for single-member and multi-member LLCs, S-Corps, and partnerships. She represents clients in IRS disputes and ensures payroll processing is accurately managed, maintaining tax compliance and minimizing audit risk.
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Vicki L. Schoening
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Vicki L. Schoening is a certified public accountant with over 14 years of experience in public accounting. Based in Alexandria, Minnesota, she specializes in providing financial planning and business tax services to individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her services include payroll processing and compliance, general accounting and advisory, along with basic accounting services for individuals and businesses.
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David G. Bjelland
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Located in Alexandria, Minnesota, David G. Bjelland provides accounting services to individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in basic accounting services, tax compliance, and business tax services. His expertise encompasses sales tax compliance and payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
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Patricia L. Peterson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Based in Alexandria, Minnesota, Patricia L. Peterson is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in providing basic accounting services, financial planning, and tax compliance for entrepreneurs and startups, as well as various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Patricia's services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as tax planning and consulting to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Nicholas A. Paulsen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Nicholas A. Paulsen is a certified public accountant based in Alexandria, Minnesota, with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in providing comprehensive tax compliance and business tax services to a diverse range of clients, including S-Corps, partnerships, and family-owned enterprises with various business structures. His services also encompass bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, as well as tax planning and consulting to ensure optimal financial health and compliance with relevant tax laws.
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Christopher J. Bartosiewski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Based in Alexandria, Minnesota, Christopher J. Bartosiewski offers expert accounting services to individuals and families, entrepreneurs and startups. With over years of experience, he specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and business tax services to meet the diverse needs of his clients. His services include payroll processing and compliance, as well as sales tax compliance, ensuring that businesses and individuals remain compliant with local and federal regulations.
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Ralph E. Martin
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
Ralph E. Martin is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Alexandria, Minnesota, with over 25 years of experience in providing accounting services to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups. He specializes in basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, helping clients navigate the complexities of tax planning and consulting, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation. Martin's expertise also extends to ensuring tax compliance and providing financial guidance to his clients, who appreciate his thoroughness and attention to detail.

Minnesota's robust CPA market serves a diverse economy with numerous Fortune 500 headquarters and strong financial services sector. The Minnesota State Board of Accountancy requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 8 hours of ethics and minimum technical hour requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Minnesota has graduated individual income tax up to 9.85% (among the highest in the nation) and a flat 9.8% corporate rate. CPAs commonly handle complex state tax compliance, sales tax, and estate tax (Minnesota is one of few states with its own). The high tax rates create strong demand for tax planning and residency strategies, particularly for snowbirds. Cross-border issues with Wisconsin and North Dakota are common for businesses and individuals.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems and medical devices, financial services and insurance, food processing and agriculture, retail headquarters, technology, manufacturing, and professional services are primary focus areas. Minneapolis-St. Paul CPAs often serve Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, while Greater Minnesota focuses on agriculture, healthcare, and regional businesses.

For CPA Professionals: The Minnesota Society of CPAs provides excellent resources and networking. The Twin Cities dominate the market with sophisticated corporate and high-net-worth client base, creating strong competition but abundant opportunities. Rochester (Mayo Clinic), Duluth, St. Cloud, and Mankato offer secondary markets with lower cost of living. The state provides strong quality of life, excellent education, and diverse practice opportunities, though high taxes and cold winters are considerations for practitioners and clients alike.