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Thomas J. Zachman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clear Lake, Minnesota 55319
Based in Clear Lake, Minnesota, Thomas J. Zachman provides financial guidance and support to individuals and family-owned enterprises. With over 10 years of experience in accounting and tax preparation, Zachman specializes in bookkeeping services, financial planning, and tax compliance. His services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as tax planning and consulting to help clients achieve their financial goals.
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Douglas M. Gleisner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clear Lake, Minnesota 55319
Douglas M. Gleisner is a certified public accountant based in Clear Lake, Minnesota, with over 20 years of experience providing financial expertise. He specializes in basic accounting services, offering support to entrepreneurs and startups with various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Gleisner's tax preparation services cover individually owned businesses, businesses with complex tax situations, and those seeking IRS representation. In addition to standard tax return preparation, he also helps clients with business tax services, providing guidance on deductions and credits available to them.
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Scott A. Weller
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clear Lake, Minnesota 55319
Based in Clear Lake, Minnesota, Scott A. Weller is a certified public accountant with expertise in individual and business tax services, serving a diverse range of clients including family-owned enterprises and various business structures. With nearly two decades of experience in the field, he provides comprehensive tax reporting services for retirement accounts, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation for businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, offering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
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Brenda J. Weller
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clear Lake, Minnesota 55319
Brenda J. Weller, a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Clear Lake, Minnesota, brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and financial services. Her expertise spans general accounting and advisory services, including financial planning, tax compliance, and representation before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). With a strong focus on serving individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises, Weller provides customized solutions to address the unique financial needs of each client. Her comprehensive services and deep understanding of tax law enable her to effectively navigate complex financial situations and provide expert guidance to ensure compliance and optimal financial outcomes.
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Becky A. Karel
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clear Lake, Minnesota 55319
Becky A. Karel is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Clear Lake, Minnesota, with over 10 years of experience in the field. Her practice focuses on providing accounting solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individual tax services. Karel also specializes in sales tax compliance and IRS representation, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and resolving disputes with the IRS. As a seasoned accounting professional, she serves a range of industries, including entrepreneurs and startups, offering expertise in basic accounting services and small business accounting.

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.