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Showing 1 to 4 of 4 CPAs in Barnesville, Minnesota
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Christy M. Schilling
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Barnesville, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Based in Barnesville, Minnesota, Christy M. Schilling provides tax planning and consulting services, as well as payroll processing and compliance, to...
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Kristy D. Loeks
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Barnesville, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Kristy D. Loeks is a certified public accountant with over 10 years of experience based in Barnesville, Minnesota. Her practice focuses on general acc...
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Jodi Lynn C. Samuelson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Barnesville, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Based in Barnesville, Minnesota, Jodi Lynn C. Samuelson brings over 20 years of experience to her role as a certified public accountant. Her expertise...
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Carolyn R. Gabel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Barnesville, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Based in Barnesville, Minnesota, Carolyn R. Gabel is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience serving family-owned enterprises a...

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.