Top Certified Public Accountants in Alaska
Finding the best CPA can be a daunting task, especially in a big place like Alaska. Not to worry though, we’ve got you covered because we have searched out the top accountants in Alaska. We will also have helpful article to help plan finances, answer tax questions, and address those bookkeeping problems.
It is important to build a strong connection with your CPA so they can best benefit you and it is extremely important that whomever you are working with is someone you feel comfortable with. We highly suggest interviewing your potential accountants and getting to know them before picking the one that is perfect for you. Our list of the best accountants in Alaska is a great place to start. Thanks to your continuous feedback we can ensure that others on our site get to find the top CPAs in their area.
So if you are new to Alaska or have lived there for years, feel free to browse our list and find the perfect accountant for you today. Is your accountant one of the best in his field but not on the list? Let us know! We are constantly revising all our lists and your personal feedback is essential to making sure only the best make it on our lists.
Karen Tarver, CPA
Juneau, AK
Karen is an Audit Partner at Elgee Rehfeld and has spent the last twenty years serving clients in several industries, with a specialization in working with governmental and not for profit clients. Her knowledge of these organizations gives her in-depth insight into the issues related to these industries statements and financial disclosures. Karen had extensive comprehension of both Federal and State Single Audits for Alaska, and their compliance requirements, she provides oversight for the firm in this area of the practice. In addition, Karen oversees the firm’s Employee Benefit Plan Audit practice.
Mark Mesdag, CPA
Juneau, AK
Mark is a Tax Partner at Elgee Rehfeld and in his ten years of experience he has worked extensively with both tax and attest clients. He recently was made partner within the firm to continue growing the tax area but also focus on consulting and building value within a client’s business. Mark provides the firm’s clients with objective feedback regarding their long-term objectives and strategic business plan to enhance profitability and growth with estate and financial planning, consulting, compliance and regulatory needs. He is experienced with high-net worth individuals, partnerships, and C&S corporations.
Robert Rehfeld CPA
Juneau, AK
Robert Rehfeld’s expertise is in income tax and business consulting. He is currently a partner at the Elgee, Rehfeld, & Mertz CPA firm. Robert Rehfeld is also known to have already worked with numerous village corporations, non-profit organizations, insurance pools, fisheries and processors, as well as closely held corporations.
Sandra L. Bowers CPA
Anchorage, AL
Sandra Bowers has almost 30 years of extensive experience in the areas of public accounting, tax consulting, and litigation support. She currently holds the Certified Forensic Financial Analyst credential and is a senior accountant at the Suzanne M. Trimble CPA firm.
Garry Hutchison
Fairbanks, AK
Garry is a cum laude graduate of the University of Alaska Fairbanks with over thirty-eight years experience in public and private accounting. Garry’s professional experience includes serving the auditing, accounting, and tax needs of private and non-public industries and businesses; and non-profit and governmental entities. Garry is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Alaska Society of Certified Public Accountants, and is a life-long Fairbanks resident.
Ami Oppe
Fairbanks, AK
Ami Oppe joined the Walsh, Kelliher & Sharp team in 2001. As a Tax Manager, Ami is responsible for maintaining the firm’s accounting and tax software systems, implementing standardized procedures, overseeing the paperless system, preparing tax returns, assisting clients with their day-to-day accounting and tax issues, and advising clients on a wide variety of business and tax challenges. Her niche expertise lies in business planning; tax planning and preparation for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates; and resolving IRS issues.
John T. Logan, CPA
Juneau, AK
John graduated from Juneau-Douglas High School in 1977 and received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Oregon State University in 1983. After passing the CPA exam and working for six years in KPMG Peat Marwick’s Audit department, John joined his Mom, Avis, at Logan General Tax Practice in 1989. John has been the owner since 2010, and is very active in the community and routinely gives seminars on personal taxation. He has served, and continues to serve, on several local non-profit boards.
Mike Kelliher
Fairbanks, AK
Mike, graduated from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, in 1975 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with degrees in Finance and Accounting. Mike joined the firm in 1977, received his CPA certificate and became a principal in the firm in 1980. Areas of interest include for profit companies with an emphasis on construction companies and medical practices. His special interest in construction stems from his experience as an engineer and surveyor for the Department of Highways and for the Transalaska Pipeline Project. Professional service groups, such as engineers and medical practices, seek out Mike for his expertise in these areas.
Joseph Bergene, CPA
Juneau, AK
Joseph Bergene is a shareholder in our audit department responsible for audit fieldwork and reporting for clients in various industries. He joined Altman, Rogers & Company in 2007. He specializes in audits and reviews for governmental entities, native corporations, tribal councils and not-for-profit corporations. Joe also oversees the firm’s employee benefit audit plan services.
Gerald A. Richards CPA
Fairbanks, AK
Gerald Richards is currently part of the RJG CPA firm. He claims to be offering clients the benefit of getting personalized, quality service that is beyond comparison. Gerald Richards specializes in providing IRS representation, payroll, tax planning, and tax preparation services.
