Education
You’ll Never Be Unprepared
for School Again.
We’ll Help Fill in your Most Critical Gaps.
With a staff of 60 professionals dedicated specifically to education, we’re trusted by more than 100 school districts across Michigan. Because of our dedication to quality, we have a 100% success rate at meeting state and federal filing requirements — making us one of the most trusted and experienced education consulting firms in the business.
We’re Both Teachers and Students.
With Maner on your side, your district instantly gets a trusted partner who’s looking further toward your successful future than ever before. In addition to our education financial services, our extensive experience with state and federal grant accounting and assistance programs, including teaching seminars on federal compliance auditing throughout the state, means we’re a resource for schools throughout the year. We’re committed to building relationships through communication, proactivity and deep experience in the industry.
Education Industry Experts
Skilled in GASB Standards
Frequent Presenters
Maner Team Expert
Steve Piesko, CPA, Principal, Director, Treasurer
Steve serves as treasurer for the firm and is a principal in the firm’s audit department, where he primarily serves small businesses, education, government and nonprofit organizations. He specializes in providing comprehensive audit services to school districts, townships and small businesses. Steve is the Director of the Education Practice Group.
Steve’s successes while serving clients include helping a small business make important decisions during a turnaround consulting engagement. He has also helped several school districts earn the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting. In addition to helping his clients succeed, Steve is a regular speaker for the MICPA’s Governmental Conference, Michigan School Business officials, Southwest Michigan School Business Officials, and Central Michigan School Business officials.
Steve was inspired to enter the accounting field by his father and uncle, who are successful accountants in the public and private sectors. Today he attributes his success to his industry expertise, focus on client service and competitive drive. Steve has also felt an ever-positive impact from working with children during his time as the treasurer of The First Tee of Mid-Michigan.
Raised in Frankenmuth, Michigan, Steve currently resides in DeWitt with his wife and daughter. Away from the office, he can often be found outdoors, where he enjoys hunting, fishing and playing golf, tennis, and various other sports.
I do whatever it takes to help my clients and ensure their continued success.
Years of Experience
22
Memberships
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA)
Central Michigan School Business Officials (CMSBO)
Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO)
MDE 1022 Committee
Michigan State University Alumni Association
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
AICPA Advanced Single Audit Certificate
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