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Showing 1 to 8 of 8 CPAs in Clearwater, Minnesota
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Ruth A. Schultz
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
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Joleen R. Sytsma
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Joleen R. Sytsma, a seasoned CPA with extensive experience in the Midwest, operates her accounting practice in Clearwater, Minnesota. With over 15 yea...
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Sarah E. Muhonen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Based in Clearwater, Minnesota, Sarah E. Muhonen has provided accounting services to individuals and businesses since 2008. Her expertise includes fin...
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Rodney A. Schoenleben
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Rodney A. Schoenleben is a licensed CPA serving the Clearwater, Minnesota area. With over 10 years of experience in providing basic accounting service...
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Jessica L. Schmoll
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Based in Clearwater, Minnesota, Jessica L. Schmoll provides a range of accounting services to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterp...
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Mary K. Koshiol
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Mary K. Koshiol is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in tax preparation and accounting services. Based in Clearwater, Minnesota,...
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Mark S. Olsen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Located in Clearwater, Minnesota, Mark S. Olsen provides comprehensive accounting and tax services to his clients. With over 15 years of experience, h...
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Sarah B. Nieters
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Clearwater, Minnesota 55320
Sarah B. Nieters is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Clearwater, Minnesota, with over 12 years of experience in accounting and financial s...

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.