Partners & Directors
Mike Esser: Partner
CPA
As Partner, Mike provides management advisory and tax planning services to small business clients. He also oversees small business audits and other financial statement engagements, and he is an expert at discussing real world issues so clients can understand what their financial statements are telling them. A Certified Public Accountant, Mike has a Bachelor of Accountancy from University of North Dakota.
Professional and Community Activities
- AICPA
- MN Society of CPAs
- AICPA passing score panel volunteer
- Coaches daughters’ Soccer & Softball teams
Personal
What’s your favorite number?
9
What would you be doing if you weren’t an accountant?
Professional Brewmaster.
What’s your current goal outside of Copeland Buhl?
Being the best role model possible to my 4 daughters.
Areas of Focus (Services)
- Business Tax
- Individual Tax
- Tax Audit Assistance
- Financial Statement Audits
- Financial Statement Reviews
- Financial Statement Compilations
- SOC Engagements
Areas of Focus (Industries)
- Construction Contractors
- Manufacturing and Distribution Companies
- Real Estate and Residential
- Recent Articles
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12/16/2024
Business Exit Strategies: Setting the Stage for a Successful Transition
It’s inevitable. Sooner or later, you will part ways with this business. The one you’ve poured your heart and soul into — maybe even built from the ground up. When looking ahead to what’s next, you might have more questions...Read More -
9/21/2020
Transitioning Your Privately Held Business
There comes a point in time when every business owner is ready to take a step back. Most business owners start their business with dreams of financial independence and a sense of freedom. Eventually those owners are ready to reap...Read More -
6/07/2017
Update on the new Revenue Recognition Standard (ASU 2014-09)
Although the effective date is still more than a year out, business owners and Accounting personnel are starting to prepare and ask questions on how the new standard will affect them. While the new standard will have substantial effects on...Read More - View Blog