Michael S. Bigler
CPA
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Michael serves clients in diverse industries, including manufacturing, distribution/supply chain, investment fund, professional service providers and employee benefit plans. Michael’s primary responsibilities include coordinating engagements and working closely with staff in executing, supervising and reviewing engagements. Michael focuses on bringing recommendations and suggestions to his clients to help improve their existing processes.
Prior to joining BMF, Michael was a staff auditor at a large national firm where he performed assurance and advisory services for middle-market clients. Michael also has extensive industry experience having served as the accounting manager for a middle-market nonprofit healthcare organization, as well as an internal auditor for a $14.7 billion publicly-traded company.
Specializations
- Accounting & Audit
- Employee Benefit Plans
- Manufacturing/Distribution
- Professional Service Organizations
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, The University of Akron, cum laude
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
Professional and Civic Memberships and Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants
- BMF Staff Development & Training Committee, chair
- BMF Technology Committee, member
- BMF Recruiting Team, member
CliftonStrengths
- Adaptability
- Relator
- Empathy
- Positivity
- Individualization
Industry Experience
Manufacturing & Distribution
Service Experience
Advisory
Audit
Audit & Accounting
Audit Reviews & Compilations
Employee Benefit Plans
ERISA and Employee Benefit Plans: Time to Get Serious About Cybersecurity
In 2021, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance for fiduciaries to secure their benefit plans in connection with the Employment Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). When it comes to private retirement and health plans, participant data. Read More >>
Stay on the Right Side of the IRS: Easy Steps to Keep Your 401(k) Plan Compliant
Running a 401(k) plan for your business is a great benefit for your employees, but it comes with some significant responsibilities. If you don’t follow the rules correctly, you could face fines or even lose the plan altogether. But. Read More >>
5 Billing and Collection Processes to Keep Financially Sound
The global pandemic and the impacts it had on the economy at large presented significant challenges for nearly all businesses over last two years. Businesses are looking for new and creative ways to steady revenue streams and improve their. Read More >>