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About Us

About Our Firm

For years, Holder & Jacobs, CPA, PC has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as audits, financial statements, and financial planning.

Holder & Jacobs, CPA, PC is one of the leading firms in and throughout the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the team mentality of our staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards, hiring of seasoned tax professionals, and work ethic is the reason our client base returns year after year.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help clients maintain financial viability in the present, while taking a proactive approach to achieve future goals. This requires open communication to reach an understanding of our clients' needs through research and sound analysis. Holder & Jacobs, CPA, PC is dedicated to meeting these goals with high standards of excellence and professionalism. We have been a staple of the area's business community for years, and pride ourselves on the level of esteem we have earned.

Our dedication to hard work has earned the respect of the business and financial community in and around the area. We believe this to be a direct derivative of our talent and responsiveness to our client base. Whether you are a current or prospective client, rest assured that individuals and businesses who choose Holder & Jacobs, CPA, PC receive competent and timely advice.

Our Team

Edward R. Holder, CPA, CFP
Owner

eholder@hjhfm.com 248-353-3050 Ext 208

Edward R. Holder began his career as an accountant in 1977. A graduate of Oakland University in 1981, with degrees in accounting and Finance, Edward R. Holder obtained the Certified Public Accountant Designation in 1983, adding the Designation of Certified Financial Planner in 1985. He has 35+ years experience in public accounting. In addition, Edward R. Holder has taken temporary positions as Chief Financial Officer with mid size clients at critical periods of growth to provide systems, controls and financial expertise in helping these clients reach their next level of success. The culmination of 35+ years of experience in public accounting, tax, tax planning, estate & financial planning coupled with the hands on as CFO experience has provided Edward R. Holder with well rounded experience and a hands-on approach to accounting, tax and management advisory services.

William Mirtes, MS, EA

wmirtes@hjhfm.com 248-353-3050 Ext 206 Masters Degree in Accounting at Eastern Michigan Universtiy
Enrolled Agent

William Mirtes,EA (Bill). Bill is a full service tax adviser of more than 15 years to industries ranging from the small business self-employed to the large-mid-size business sector. He is experienced in helping clients navigate complex tax issues such as tax-friendly entity selection, method of accounting options, and understanding the tax implications of buying or selling a business. He also has significant experience with real estate, wholesale/distribution, retail, information technology, medical and legal service industries. Bill Mirtes graduated from Eastern Michigan with a Bachelor of Accountancy and a Master of Accounting and he is a member of the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants, National Association of Enrolled Agents, and the Michigan Society of Enrolled Agents.

Terry Oraha, MST, CPA

toraha@hjhfm.com 248-353-3050

Terry Oraha, MST,CPA. Terry Oraha is a full service tax adviser to industries ranging from the small business self-employed to the large-mid-size business sector. He is experienced in helping clients navigate complex tax issues such as tax-friendly entity selection, method of accounting options, and understanding the tax implications of buying or selling a business. He also has significant experience with real estate, wholesale/distribution, retail, manufacturing, film, engineering, information technology, medical and legal service industries. Terry Oraha graduated from Walsh College with a Bachelor of Accountancy and a Master of Science in Taxation and he is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in Michigan and Florida.

Alison Steffes

asteffes@hjhfm.com 248-353-3050 Ext 210

Nicholas Holder

nholder@hjhfm.com 248-353-3050 Ext 203