Business Details
Professional Accounting Services in Alpena
Founded to provide comprehensive accounting solutions, Schulze, Oswald, Miller & Edwards PC serves individuals, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations across Northern Michigan. Our team of certified professionals combines decades of local expertise with a commitment to proactive financial planning and personalized service. We specialize in tax preparation, audit assurance, QuickBooks support, and strategic business consulting, helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. Our firm prioritizes transparency, responsiveness, and community engagement, offering services tailored to both urban and rural clients.With offices in Alpena and Rose City, we deliver customized accounting solutions through in-person consultations, virtual meetings, and on-site visits. Our dedication to continuous education ensures clients benefit from the latest tax code updates and financial best practices. By focusing on long-term client relationships rather than transactional interactions, we aim to become trusted partners in our clients' financial success. This approach has established us as a reliable accounting resource for municipalities, educational institutions, and family-owned businesses throughout the region.
Services
Tax Planning
Audit Services
QuickBooks Support
Payroll Processing
Business Consulting
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized accounting solutions tailored to Northern Michigan's unique business environment
- Our team includes Michigan-licensed CPAs with specialized expertise in municipal and nonprofit accounting
- We provide proactive tax planning strategies to maximize deductions year-round
- Our Part-Time CFO service delivers executive-level financial guidance at accessible rates
- We combine 24/7 digital accessibility with traditional in-person consultation options
What people say
Personalized attention
Expert tax guidance
Reliable QuickBooks support
Knowledgeable staff
Community-focused service
Services
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning service helps individuals and businesses optimize their financial position throughout the year. We identify legitimate deductions for charitable contributions, state taxes, and business expenses while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Our Michigan-licensed CPAs provide strategic guidance for quarterly payments and payroll tax obligations.
Audit Services
We offer comprehensive audit assurance services that meet lender and grantor requirements while strengthening internal controls. Our team performs detailed examinations of financial statements, accounting records, and operational procedures to verify accuracy and identify improvement opportunities for businesses and nonprofit organizations.
QuickBooks Support
Our QuickBooks specialists provide software implementation, system optimization, and data cleanup services. We help businesses establish efficient bookkeeping processes and offer training to maximize the platform's capabilities for improved financial management and reporting accuracy.
Payroll Processing
We manage complete payroll solutions that handle tax withholdings, wage calculations, and regulatory compliance. Our service ensures accurate and timely employee payments while maintaining adherence to federal and state employment tax requirements for businesses of all sizes.
Business Consulting
Our Part-Time CFO service delivers strategic financial guidance for business growth and succession planning. We assist with cash flow management, risk assessment, and operational strategy development to help owners make informed decisions that enhance long-term business sustainability.
People
Kristy
CPA
Kristy leads our Alpena office with over 15 years of accounting experience specializing in municipal finance and nonprofit organizations. She focuses on building long-term client relationships through personalized tax planning and financial consulting services.
Claudia
CPA
Claudia manages our Rose City location, bringing expertise in small business accounting and QuickBooks implementation. She helps clients establish efficient financial systems and provides strategic guidance for business growth and tax optimization.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide comprehensive small business services including bookkeeping, payroll processing, tax planning, financial statement preparation, and Part-Time CFO advisory to help owners focus on growth.
Do you specialize in any particular industry sectors?
While serving diverse clients, we have particular expertise in municipal accounting, nonprofit organizations, and family-owned businesses throughout Northern Michigan's unique economic landscape.
How do your tax planning services help reduce liabilities?
Our proactive approach identifies year-round deduction opportunities including charitable contributions, business expense optimization, and strategic timing of income and expenditures to minimize tax burdens.
What QuickBooks support options are available?
We offer software implementation, system optimization, data cleanup services, and training to help businesses maximize QuickBooks' capabilities for improved financial management and reporting.
Are your CPAs licensed in Michigan?
Yes, all our accounting professionals hold valid Michigan State CPA certifications and maintain continuing education requirements to stay current with tax code changes.
Can you assist with both business and personal tax preparation?
We provide comprehensive tax services for both individuals and businesses, including strategic planning, quarterly payment management, and accurate return preparation for all entity types.
