The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) presented its highest award to John Christianson, a pioneer of the renewable fuels industry. The Merle Anderson Award, named after the founder of ACE, is given to individuals who display unmatched dedication and support to the organization and the domestic ethanol industry. As a young certified public accountant in the early 1980s, John gained experience and made meaningful connections during the challenging farm crisis years. In the 1990s, he was approached by a group of local farmers wanting financial consulting to start an ethanol plant, one of the first in Minnesota. The launch was a success. Soon Christianson & Associates was known as part of the ‘Minnesota Model’ and were supporting Read More...
Ask the Experts – What is a CPA?
On this month's Ask the Expert program on KWLM, Todd Bergeth talked with Managing Partner Joel Gratz and Staff Accountant Lexi Kopecek. Discussion topics include the timeline and process of a CPA career, and what exactly CPA stands for. Read More...
Timely Legislative Updates to Paid Leave and Sick and Safe Time in Minnesota
Minnesota Paid Leave Law Starting in January 2026, Minnesota will enact Paid Leave Legislation, becoming the 13th state to do so. This guarantees job protection and partial wage replacement for individuals unable to work due to a qualifying condition lasting at least seven days. Paid Leave can be used for but not limited to medical, caregiving, safety, parental leave, and active-duty reasons. A health care provider or professional may be needed to approve qualifying reasons. Who is eligible? Both full-time and part-time employees are covered if an employee has earned 5.3% of Minnesota’s average annual wage during the base period. For job protection and security, an individual must have worked for an employer for 90 days. Nearly all Read More...
Ask the Experts – Attestation
On the June episode of our Ask the Expert program on KWLM, Todd Bergeth talked with Managing Partner Joel Gratz and Staff Accountant Andrew Miller to answer a crucial question: what is attestation? Read More...
Ask the Experts- Beneficial Ownership Information
Joel Gratz, Managing Partner and CPA, and Lindsay Kranz, Manager and CPA, joined Todd Bergeth on KWLM during the “Ask the Experts” segment. This month they discussed the new “Beneficial Ownership Information” (BOI) reporting requirements. Read More...
An Internship Experience Worth Sharing
Hello! My name is Allie, and I am a fourth-year student at the University of Minnesota where I will be receiving degrees in strategic communications and English. In my final semester of college, I have been given the opportunity to complete a 16-week internship with Christianson CPAs and Consultants as a Digital Marketing Intern. Now you may be wondering...why I would choose to do a marketing internship in a space that is predominately accounting professionals. In a world shaped by technology, it is more important than ever before that businesses invest in strong marketing initiatives that allow them to cut through the noise and stand apart from competitors. As an accounting firm looking to grow and take on more projects, Christianson Read More...
EPA’s Quality Assurance Plan Updates and Developments
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) is currently a voluntary program for most regulated parties where independent third parties verify the validity of RINs by auditing the production of renewable fuel and the generation of Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) on a quarterly basis. This QAP provides an affirmative defense for the transfer or use of invalid RINs that had been verified under an approved QAP, while also defining the conditions when RINs must be replaced and a process for who will replace the RINs. Christianson remains one of only three approved domestic QAP providers and our team has been following the latest potential changes to the RFS program as well as new and evolving Read More...
CLA Global Welcomes New Alliance Member In United States
Christianson PLLP provides attestation, tax, accounting and advisory services across a range of industries. Willmar, Minn. and London, April 17, 2024 —CLA Global Limited (CLA Global), a leading global organization comprised of independent accounting and advisory firms, announced that Christianson PLLP joined as an alliance member of CLA Global in the United States. Christianson PLLP provides audit, tax and outsourcing services across a range of industries including agriculture, renewable energy and natural resources, financial services, real estate and construction and technology. Headquartered in Willmar, Minnesota, Christianson PLLP has six offices and more than 80 staff members. Joel Gratz, Managing Partner of Christianson PLLP, Read More...
Career Paths at Christianson
Let’s face it—picking a career path can be daunting. Often, students enter the accounting industry but are unsure of what to specialize in. The truth of the matter— not knowing is normal! Luckily, there is a way to try several accounting career paths simultaneously. Here at Christianson CPAs and Consultants, we pride ourselves on helping young professionals learn and grow in the industry. As an entry-level professional at our firm, you will be able to acquire new skills and deepen your understanding of various industries. Interested in Kicking off Your Career at Christianson? Read More...
Ask the Experts- Filing An Extension
Joel Gratz, Managing Partner and CPA, and Jonathon Skindelien, Senior Tax Accountant, joined Bill on KWLM during the “Ask the Experts” segment. This month they discussed the upcoming April 15th deadline and how to properly file an extension. Read More...
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