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Jill S. Kessler
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Pierz, Minnesota 56364
Located in Pierz, Minnesota, Jill S. Kessler provides comprehensive accounting services to family-owned enterprises and various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in basic accounting services, financial planning, and small business accounting, supporting clients in navigating complex financial landscapes. Her expertise extends to IRS representation and individual and business tax return preparation, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. Her services cater to the diverse needs of small businesses, offering personalized guidance on financial strategy and compliance.
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Elizabeth B. Ahrens
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Pierz, Minnesota 56364
Based in Pierz, Minnesota, Elizabeth B. Ahrens is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of experience in tax and accounting services. Her expertise includes basic accounting services, small business accounting, and tax compliance, with a focus on supporting entrepreneurs and startups, as well as individuals and families. She provides IRS representation and prepares individual and business tax returns, ensuring accurate and timely filings.
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Jerome R. Marshik
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Pierz, Minnesota 56364
Based in Pierz, Minnesota, Jerome R. Marshik is a certified public accountant with over ten years of experience in accounting services. He provides expertise in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees and adherence to relevant laws and regulations. Marshik offers general accounting and advisory services, including budget preparation, financial statement analysis, and business planning, catering to family-owned enterprises and various business structures such as S-corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies.

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.