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CPAs for Growth-Driven Businesses

A full-service public accounting firm specializing in tax, assurance, accounting and consulting services for growth-driven businesses like yours

Sarah Russell

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As the leader of the firm's tax group, Sarah supports growth-driven domestic and international businesses with tax planning, consulting and compliance.

Tax

Do you need support minimizing your tax liabilities and maximizing your cash flow? We can guide you through a full range of tax planning and preparation decisions to help you achieve your financial goals.

Tax Credits & Incentives
Tax Structure
Federal Tax
State & Local Tax
Personal Tax

Dave Van Damme

Shareholder

Leading the firm's advisory & assurance group, Dave supports closely held businesses with audits, financial reporting and fraud analysis.

Advisory & Assurance

Do you have the information needed to make more effective business decisions? Does your management team need to provide reliable financial reporting to key stakeholders? We take the time to understand your company and any specific challenges to help strengthen and grow your business.

Audit & Attest
Financial Statements
Employee Benefit Plan Audits
Technical Accounting & Reporting

Beth Butchart

Senior Manager

Beth leads the firm's client accounting services group, serving domestic and international companies at all stages of growth.

Client Accounting (CAS)

Are you a domestic or foreign-owned company looking to streamline your accounting and reporting responsibilities? Whether your company is a startup or well-established enterprise, we can help simplify the process. If your resources are limited, we’ll work as a cost-efficient extension of your team, respectful of every dollar you spend.

Accounting Support
Software Solutions
Reporting

Teresa Gordon

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Teresa leads the firm's international group and supports global businesses through all phases of growth as they expand to and from the U.S.

International

Are you prepared to navigate the ins and outs of your growing business internationally? Do you understand the complexities of managing an international entity? Our team of experts is here to support you every step of the way. Let us guide you through the global marketplace so you can focus on growing your business.

Global Expansion
Foreign Direct Investment
International Tax
International Accounting

Ben Smith

Shareholder

Ben leads the firm’s consulting group, helping middle-market clients optimize results through transaction services and digital advisory support.

Transactions

Is a future merger or acquisition on your mind? We can evaluate your opportunity, provide proactive advice from planning to close, and help maximize your shareholder value. Whether your company is interested in buying or selling, our team can help you stay the course through the transaction process.

Financial Due Diligence
Tax Structuring
Tax Due Diligence
Sale Preparation

Margaret Amsden

Shareholder

Margaret leads the firm’s private client services group as the point person for individual, estate and succession planning tax strategies.

Private Clients

You deserve a holistic approach to wealth management on both a professional and personal level. Are you having the right conversations with the right people to understand your next steps? Our integrated, consultative approach involves partnering with other trusted advisors to help you maximize your net worth and prepare for the future.

Estate Planning
Tax Planning
Preparing for Long-Term Financial Health
Current and Future Cash Flow
Retirement Savings

Ben Smith

Shareholder

Ben leads the firm’s consulting group, helping middle-market clients optimize results through transaction services and digital advisory support.

Digital Advisory

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? We can help you grow your business by providing digital solutions and helping you identify the KPIs that matter.

Data Analytics
Data Governance
IT and Business Process & Policy

Tax Planning & Preparation

Advisory & Assurance

Client Accounting & Reporting

Digital Advisory & Data Analytics

Transactions & Sale Preparation

Private Clients & Wealth Management

Global Expansion & Growth

We are proud to be associated with the following organizations

Industrial Automation Companies

Industrial automation businesses like yours are the driving force behind Industry 4.0 and the digitization of modern manufacturing. Does your business move faster than your internal operations can scale? Do you find yourself in uncharted territory, facing challenges that can’t be addressed with your existing strategies and resources? We can help.

Manufacturers & Distributors

Are you a privately held manufacturer or distributor interested in growing your business? We can help you develop a practical action plan that will allow you to focus your attention on what matters most. Located in one of the world’s top manufacturing hubs, we support clients in our own backyard as well as those from all corners of the globe.

Architecture & Engineering Firms

Owning an A&E firm is much different from manufacturing and selling products. Do you need help managing the demands of your workforce and client engagements that take precious time away from watching the bottom line? We can help you build a winning strategy for your A&E firm.

Interested in expanding your business globally?

The global marketplace provides plenty of options for growth. We can help increase your leverage worldwide.

Whether your business is expanding to or from the U.S., our team of international consultants has the specialized knowledge to customize accounting, tax, and business consulting services to meet your specific needs. Learn more or contact us today!

Latest Posts

Private Client Services

Estate Planning for Entrepreneurs

Posted on September 20, 2022 by

Whether you’re still growing your business or have already sold it to enjoy the fruits of your former labor, it’s easy to focus solely on your day-to-day life without thinking much about the future. It’s important to step back and plan for your ultimate wealth distribution by putting together an estate plan.

Industrial Automation Companies

The Sound of Automation: Pathway to Industry 4.0

Posted on September 14, 2022 by

In this episode, we talk with Marty Groover, Partner and CTO in the Industry 4.0 practice of C5MI and author of Speed of Advance. Listen in to learn how your organization can use technology to forge your own pathway to Industry 4.0.

International Businesses

Bringing Mobility to Detroit

Posted on September 13, 2022 by

We’re excited to share this news from the Detroit Regional Partnership. For companies needing help planning mobility focused expansion to the US – from the UK, Europe or Asia, there is a well-connected team to help with all aspects of foreign direct investment. Learn more about how we can help here.

International Businesses

The Future of Global Mobility Tax

Posted on September 12, 2022 by

The global mobility landscape is changing. What began as a need to work from home during the worldwide pandemic is evolving into a “work from anywhere” trend that appears to be here to stay. Learn how this impacts the competition for talent and multi-jurisdiction tax compliance.

Manufacturers & Distributors

Michigan Manufacturers: Talent Funding on the Way

Posted on September 9, 2022 by

In talking with manufacturers, we know that talent is a top issue. If you’re a manufacturer in Michigan seeking assistance with talent retention, you don’t want to miss out on applying for the Going PRO Talent Fund. This fund is designed to help employers with training, developing and retaining employees.

Tax & Assurance Guidance

Keeping Up With Digital Taxes

Posted on September 6, 2022 by

To the uninitiated, selling digital products and services can seem like a much easier business model than selling physical goods. While there may be advantages to skipping inventory and warehouse needs, the digital tax landscape can be tricky to navigate.

Manufacturers & Distributors

Are You Ready for the Bonus Depreciation Withdrawal?

Posted on August 31, 2022 by

America’s bonus depreciation addiction is scheduled to end. It may not be “cold turkey” but all businesses need to review the pending changes and related tax and cash flow impacts, especially considering a potential business slow down and/or recession.

Manufacturers & Distributors

Manufacturers: Secure Capital for Expansion

Posted on August 25, 2022 by

The MEDC is launching two new programs to give Michigan manufacturers access to capital through local banks. Learn how these programs can help with your growth efforts.

Digital Advisory Services

Taking Stock of Your IT Management

Posted on August 24, 2022 by

Do you have a grasp on your company’s IT environment? Focusing on ways to improve your security and monitoring, access and change management, and system development lifecycle can help minimize risk and maximize opportunities for growth.

Industrial Automation Companies

Control Design Article: Leasing vs. Buying Equipment

Posted on August 22, 2022 by

Wondering about the pros and cons of leasing vs. buying equipment for your industrial automation company? Bryan Powrozek shares his thoughts in this issue of Control Design.

Clayton & McKervey

Helping Clients &
Leveraging Growth

Everything we do is done for one reason: to help our clients succeed. We use our specialized knowledge to make the very most of their opportunities for growth. We keep an ear to the ground to keep up on new and emerging markets, service areas and industries yet to be developed.

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CPAs for Growth-Driven Businesses

Sarah Russell

Tax

Dave Van Damme

Beth Butchart

Teresa Gordon

Ben Smith

Margaret Amsden

Ben Smith

Tax Planning & Preparation

Advisory & Assurance

Client Accounting & Reporting

Digital Advisory & Data Analytics

Transactions & Sale Preparation

Private Clients & Wealth Management

Global Expansion & Growth

We are proud to be associated with the following organizations

Industrial Automation Companies

Manufacturers & Distributors

Architecture & Engineering Firms

Interested in expanding your business globally?

Latest Posts

Private Client Services

Estate Planning for Entrepreneurs

Posted on September 20, 2022 by

Industrial Automation Companies

The Sound of Automation: Pathway to Industry 4.0

Posted on September 14, 2022 by

International Businesses

Bringing Mobility to Detroit

Posted on September 13, 2022 by

International Businesses

The Future of Global Mobility Tax

Posted on September 12, 2022 by

Manufacturers & Distributors

Michigan Manufacturers: Talent Funding on the Way

Posted on September 9, 2022 by

Tax & Assurance Guidance

Keeping Up With Digital Taxes

Posted on September 6, 2022 by

Manufacturers & Distributors

Are You Ready for the Bonus Depreciation Withdrawal?

Posted on August 31, 2022 by

Manufacturers & Distributors

Manufacturers: Secure Capital for Expansion

Posted on August 25, 2022 by

Digital Advisory Services

Taking Stock of Your IT Management

Posted on August 24, 2022 by

Industrial Automation Companies

Control Design Article: Leasing vs. Buying Equipment

Posted on August 22, 2022 by

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