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Showing 11 to 18 of 18 CPAs in Cloquet, Minnesota
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Kirk M. Wimmer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Kirk M. Wimmer is a certified public accountant based in Cloquet, Minnesota, with over 15 years of experience providing general accounting and advisory services. His areas of specialization include business tax services, financial planning, and basic accounting services, assisting a diverse range of clients such as small and medium-sized businesses and family-owned enterprises. Wimmer's expertise extends to retirement account tax reporting, a critical area for many of his clients requiring specialized knowledge and compliance with tax regulations.
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Mark T. Illikainen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Located in Cloquet, Minnesota, Mark T. Illikainen operates a practice providing financial expertise and compliance solutions to individuals and families, as well as family-owned enterprises. With over [number of years] years of experience, Mr. Illikainen specializes in basic accounting services and small business accounting, with a focus on financial planning. His services include sales tax compliance, bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, catering to the unique needs of his diverse client base.
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Donna Flesher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Ms. Flesher is a certified public accountant with over a decade of experience in providing financial services to clients in the northwestern region of Minnesota. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, making her a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses. Located in Cloquet, Minnesota, Ms. Flesher offers tax planning and consulting, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation services, catering to various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.
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Heidi S. Baublitz
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Based in Cloquet, Minnesota, Heidi S. Baublitz provides accounting services to individuals and businesses in need of reliable support. With over years of experience in the field, she specializes in basic accounting, small business accounting, and individual tax services, effectively assisting clients with varying business structures and financial concerns. Notably, Heidi offers expert IRS representation to help resolve tax disputes and ensure accurate representation for her clients.
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Oliver R. Kelsey
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Oliver R. Kelsey is a certified public accountant based in Cloquet, Minnesota, with a proven track record of providing expert accounting services to entrepreneurs and startups. Specializing in tax compliance, financial planning, and basic accounting services, Kelsey helps clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations. With years of experience serving various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs, Kelsey offers specialized tax planning and consulting services, including retirement account tax reporting.
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Chad M. Dunaiski
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Chad M. Dunaiski is a certified public accountant (CPA) serving clients in and around Cloquet, Minnesota. He offers a range of services, including individual and business tax return preparation, as well as payroll processing and compliance. With specialized knowledge in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, Dunaiski provides tailored solutions for family-owned enterprises and various business structures, such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Established in [year of establishment], Dunaiski's accounting practice has [number] years of experience serving diverse clients across multiple industries.
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Sara M. Erspamer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Based in Cloquet, Minnesota, Sara M. Erspamer provides accounting expertise to individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, small business accounting, and business tax services, helping clients navigate a range of financial complexities. Her services include sales tax compliance and retirement account tax reporting, addressing the specific needs of her diverse client base.
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Jeffrey M. Schaefer
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Cloquet, Minnesota 55720
Jeffrey M. Schaefer, a certified public accountant, serves clients in Cloquet, Minnesota. Since 2005, he has provided tailored accounting services to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. His expertise includes basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex tax regulations. Additional services include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as bookkeeping and financial statement compilation, ensuring accurate financial records for his clients.

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.