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Michelle A. Johnson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Michelle A. Johnson is a certified public accountant based in Mankato, Minnesota. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and taxation, she serves clients across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Her expertise includes providing basic accounting services, small business accounting, and individual tax services to entrepreneurs and startups. Johnson's services also extend to retirement account tax reporting and tax planning and consulting, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their financial situations.
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Robert R. Makela
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56003
Based in Mankato, Minnesota, Robert R. Makela is a dedicated accounting professional. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in providing financial planning, small business accounting, and basic accounting services. His areas of expertise include individual and business tax return preparation, as well as payroll processing and compliance. Makela serves clients across various industries, including small and medium-sized businesses, and individuals and families.
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Steven L. Isakson
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Based in Mankato, Minnesota, Steven L. Isakson is a certified public accountant with over 20 years of experience providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses. His areas of specialization include basic accounting services, tax compliance, and small business accounting, catering to various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. Isakson's expertise also extends to payroll processing and compliance, ensuring businesses meet their tax obligations, as well as retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations.
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Eric S. Plath
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Eric S. Plath is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of experience in public accounting, providing his services to clients in Mankato, Minnesota. He specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and business tax services for individuals and families, as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to tax return preparation, Plath offers general accounting and advisory services, helping clients manage their financial affairs and make informed business decisions.
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Richard E. Koehler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56003
Richard E. Koehler is a certified public accountant (CPA) based in Mankato, Minnesota, with over 25 years of experience in accounting and taxation. He provides a range of services to individuals and families, including individual and business tax return preparation, as well as small and medium-sized businesses with payroll processing and compliance. Koehler specializes in basic accounting services, business tax services, and tax compliance, drawing on his expertise to help clients navigate complex tax laws and regulations.
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Jenna R. Brekke
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Jenna R. Brekke is a licensed certified public accountant based in Mankato, Minnesota. With over 15 years of experience in general accounting and advisory services, she provides expert guidance to family-owned enterprises and business owners operating under various structures. Specializing in basic accounting services, financial planning, and individual tax services, Brekke offers tax planning and consulting tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. Her comprehensive expertise extends to assisting S-corporations, partnerships, and LLCs in navigating tax complexities and regulatory requirements.
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Brooke C. Forstner
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Located in Mankato, Minnesota, Brooke C. Forstner is a seasoned accounting professional with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in providing basic accounting services, individual tax services, and financial planning to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as entrepreneurs and startups. In addition to her core services, Forstner also assists clients with payroll processing and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. Her expertise extends to retirement account tax reporting, helping individuals and businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their financial strategies.
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Heather L. Thielges
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Heather L. Thielges is a Certified Public Accountant based in Mankato, Minnesota. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in providing financial guidance to individuals and families, as well as entrepreneurs and startup businesses. Her expertise includes basic accounting services, small business accounting, and financial planning, with a focus on tax planning and consulting. She is also well-versed in retirement account tax reporting, helping clients navigate complex tax obligations.
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Erin L. Hanneman
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Erin L. Hanneman is a practicing CPA in Mankato, Minnesota, with over 15 years of experience providing accounting services to individuals and businesses. She specializes in tax compliance, business tax services, and basic accounting services, including tax planning and consulting, bookkeeping, and financial statement compilation. Her expertise allows her to assist clients with financial statement preparation, income tax returns, and financial planning, serving individuals, families, and small to medium-sized businesses in the Mankato area.
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Gerald W. Hicks
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Mankato, Minnesota 56002
Gerald W. Hicks is a certified public accountant based in Mankato, Minnesota, with over 20 years of experience providing accounting services to family-owned enterprises and small businesses. His expertise includes general accounting and advisory services, as well as payroll processing and compliance. Notably, Hicks specializes in assisting small businesses with their basic accounting needs, including financial statement preparation and budgeting.

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.