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Showing 21 to 25 of 25 CPAs in Waconia, Minnesota
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Joseph M. Drapcho
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waconia, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Based in Waconia, Minnesota, Joseph M. Drapcho provides accounting and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses, including family-owned...
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Nikolas C. Feist
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waconia, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Nikolas C. Feist is a certified public accountant in Waconia, Minnesota. With over 12 years of experience serving entrepreneurs and startups, as well...
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Gary P. Meuwissen
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waconia, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Gary P. Meuwissen, a certified public accountant based in Waconia, Minnesota, has been providing accounting services to various business structures si...
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Terry L. Thelemann
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waconia, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Terry L. Thelemann is a certified public accountant based in Waconia, Minnesota, providing financial guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, in...
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Thomas M. Kaliher
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Waconia, Minnesota Licensed in Minnesota
Thomas M. Kaliher is a certified public accountant based in Waconia, Minnesota. He has over 15 years of experience providing IRS representation, indiv...

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.