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Shelley L. Gosen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Minnetonka, Minnesota 55345
Based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, Shelley L. Gosen is a certified public accountant with over 15 years of experience. Her practice focuses on tax planning and consulting, general accounting and advisory services for a variety of clients, including entrepreneurs and startups as well as family-owned enterprises. A specialist in basic accounting services, business tax services, and individual tax services, Gosen brings a comprehensive understanding of tax law and accounting principles to her clients.
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Mark Durishan
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Minnetonka, Minnesota 55345
Mark Durishan is a certified public accountant based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. With over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, he specializes in offering Basic Accounting Services, Tax Compliance, and Business Tax Services. His expertise encompasses various business structures, including S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs, where he assists clients with Payroll Processing & Compliance and Bookkeeping & Financial Statement Compilation. His extensive knowledge and experience enable him to navigate complex financial situations and provide tailored solutions for each client's unique needs.
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Elizabeth F. Schorle
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Minnetonka, Minnesota 55345
Elizabeth F. Schorle is a certified public accountant based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, with over a decade of experience serving a diverse range of clients. Her areas of specialization include basic accounting services, individual tax services, and tax compliance, catering to small and medium-sized businesses as well as various business structures such as S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. In addition to providing tax planning and consulting, Schorle also offers specialized services in retirement account tax reporting, ensuring accurate and compliant reporting for 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.