Business Details
Trusted Accounting Services Grandville MI
The CPA Group has built a reputation over decades as a trusted partner for businesses and individuals seeking comprehensive financial solutions. Our team of certified public accountants combines technical expertise with real-world business acumen to deliver personalized services that address both immediate needs and long-term objectives. We maintain active involvement in local communities through participation in schools, service clubs, and professional organizations while serving clients across Michigan and beyond.Our staff holds prestigious credentials including AICPA and MACPA memberships, QuickBooks Pro-Advisor certification, and specialized training in business valuation and tax law. By integrating our services with attorneys, bankers, and financial planners, we provide holistic financial strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Tax Preparation
Business Valuations
Payroll Tax Assistance
Retirement Plan Audits
Succession Planning
QuickBooks Training
Financial Statement Compilation
IRS Representation
Estate Planning
Business Consulting
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of proven experience in accounting and financial consulting
- Our team includes certified public accountants with specialized industry expertise
- We provide personalized service while maintaining rigorous professional standards
- Our community involvement ensures deep understanding of local business needs
- We integrate financial services with legal and banking professionals for comprehensive solutions
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- QuickBooks Pro-Advisor
Services
Tax Preparation and Planning
Our certified professionals prepare corporate, S-corp, and partnership tax returns while providing proactive planning strategies. We help businesses navigate changing tax regulations, optimize deductions, and prepare for future liabilities through personalized consultations and year-round advisory services.
Business Valuations
We deliver objective business valuation analysis for acquisitions, estate planning, and shareholder agreements. Our Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) professionals employ proven methodologies to determine accurate business worth and support strategic decision-making processes.
QuickBooks Training
As QuickBooks Pro-Advisors, we provide customized software setup, staff training, and ongoing support. Our services help businesses maximize efficiency through proper configuration, workflow optimization, and troubleshooting assistance for all QuickBooks modules.
Retirement Plan Audits
We conduct certified audits for retirement plans with over 100 participants, ensuring compliance with IRS and Department of Labor requirements. Our team prepares audit reports meeting generally accepted auditing standards while maintaining strict regulatory adherence.
Succession Planning
We assist business owners with ownership transfer strategies for family members or key employees. Our comprehensive approach covers tax implications, legal documentation, and financial preparations to ensure smooth business transitions and continuity.
People
Chad Groggel
Shareholder
BBA magna cum laude from Grand Valley State University. Provides tax, accounting, and QuickBooks training for small to mid-sized businesses and individuals. Combines technical expertise with practical business consulting experience.
Tim Rykse
Shareholder
BBA from Grand Valley State University with manufacturing controller experience. Specializes in tax services for manufacturers, construction firms, restaurants, and real estate clients while providing QuickBooks training solutions.
Jan Vander Weide
Shareholder
BBA from Davenport University with CPA certification since 1993. Offers comprehensive accounting, tax preparation, and planning services to diverse business clients across multiple industries.
Lori Engen
Accountant
J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and MST from Grand Valley State University. Specializes in corporate, partnership, individual, estate, and trust taxation with legal administration background.
Eric Watson
Accountant
MSA from Grand Valley State University with 5+ years at Big Four firm. Focuses on tax compliance for corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals while leveraging extensive public accounting experience.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax preparation, financial statements, payroll processing, business valuations, succession planning, and QuickBooks support tailored to small business needs.
Do you serve clients outside Michigan?
While based in Grandville, we serve clients across Michigan and other states through our established remote service capabilities and nationwide experience.
Can you help with QuickBooks software implementation?
As QuickBooks Pro-Advisors, we offer software selection, customized setup, staff training, and ongoing technical support for optimal accounting system performance.
What tax audit representation services are available?
We provide full audit representation including document preparation, agency communication, and advocacy services to resolve tax compliance issues efficiently.
How do you handle estate and retirement planning?
Our services include estate tax planning, trust creation, retirement account strategies, and net worth analysis through coordinated financial planning approaches.
What sets your firm apart from other accounting services?
We combine 30+ years of experience, certified professionals, community focus, and integrated financial planning with personalized service for each client relationship.
