Michael is a director in Assurance and Advisory Services and has built his career at BMF with a strong focus on employee benefit plans, making him a go-to resource for clients managing retirement and health plan audits. His expertise spans compliance with ERISA regulations, risk assessment, and best practices for plan governance. As an experienced leader, Mike guides clients through the intricacies of benefit plan management, providing proactive strategies to maintain compliance and improve operational effectiveness.

Beyond his employee benefit plan specialization, Mike has worked extensively across manufacturing, distribution, investment funds, and professional services industries. His leadership in coordinating engagements, supervising teams, and delivering strategic financial recommendations has strengthened client relationships and contributed to the firm’s success.

Prior to joining BMF in 2012, Michael was an 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 Recruiting Team, member

CliftonStrengths

• Adaptability
• Relator
• Empathy
• Positivity
• Individualization