Michael divides his time between accounting, tax, and mergers and acquisitions matters, advising physicians and related healthcare organizations, real estate investors and developers, closely held businesses, and professional athletes.

Michael has developed significant experience helping clients navigate exit strategies, including sales to private equity firms, and has been involved in transactions ranging from $20 million to $300 million. He also advises clients on financial planning, tax compliance, business acquisitions, and retirement planning.

In addition to his client work, Michael provides technical guidance to the firm through his involvement on the Executive and Compensation Committees.

Michael has been with the firm since 1987. Before joining WilkinGuttenplan, he worked in both private industry and at an international accounting firm.

Licenses & Certifications:

  • CPA License: New Jersey
  • CPA License: New York
  • CGMA: Chartered Global Management Accountant

Professional and Civic Achievements:

  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA)
  • Member, NJCPA Sports and Entertainment Committee
  • Speaker, NJCPA Sports and Entertainment Annual Conference
  • Member, New Jersey Medical Group Management Association (NJMGMA)

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude, St. John’s University

What motivates you?

I love “business” and I am motivated to analyze and solve my client’s complex business problems.

If you weren’t an accountant/consultant, what would you be?

I would be an investment banker; I have been involved in a few mergers and acquisitions transactions and enjoy the thrill of the deal.

If you had a theme song, what would it be?

Eye of the Tiger by Survivor

What advice would you give to the next generation of CPAs and Advisors?

Do what you love to do, and as Confucius said… you will never work a day in your life. I truly feel like I have never worked a day in my 30+ years at WilkinGuttenplan.