Michael J. Kiene

Mike Kiene is a CPA with over 20 years of experience helping middle market clients by providing insight into quality of earnings, risk management, financial analysis, due diligence, and compliance.  He works within a wide range of industries, including construction, manufacturing, auto dealerships, and distribution.

He is active in firm leadership as he leads the Columbus, Ohio, audit and assurance practice, co-leads the firm’s overall audit and assurance practice, and is a member of the firm’s executive leadership committee. He also has a passion for developing, recruiting, and mentoring the next generation of CPAs through the firm’s career training and development programs.

Attributes and Approach

• Large firm expertise right-sized for small- to middle-market companies.
• A passion to serve small- to middle-market companies and an appreciation for building strong relationships with clients.
• Customized expertise that fits his clients’ unique needs and challenges.

Background

He began his career at a Big Four firm, where he specialized in audits, earnings reporting, reviews, and employee benefit audits. He also has extensive experience in US GAAP accounting principles, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX internal controls implementation and compliance under PCAOB standards.

Education

• John Carroll University, MBA and Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Professional Affiliations

• Ohio Society of CPAs
• American Institute of CPAs
• Independent Member of BDO Alliance, USA

Professional Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Ohio

Publications

How a quality of earnings report can increase the value of your business
Published: Smart Business Magazine Columbus, February 23, 2022

Community Outreach

• Treasurer, Women for Economic and Leadership Development (WELD)