Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Central Minnesota
Schlenner Wenner has been a trusted name in accounting since 1964, providing auditing, tax, and financial advisory services to businesses and individuals across central Minnesota. Our firm combines decades of experience with a client-centric approach, ensuring personalized solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. We maintain the highest standards of professional excellence, evidenced by our consistent receipt of the highest peer review rankings and recognition as 'Best Accounting Firm' by local communities for over a decade. Our team of 12 partners and 80+ staff members brings specialized expertise across industries including construction, healthcare, government, and nonprofit sectors.We distinguish ourselves through innovative service delivery, including cost segregation studies, business valuation, and wealth management partnerships with Avantax Planning Partners. Committed to community impact, we actively support local organizations through volunteer initiatives and professional engagement. Our 60-year legacy reflects our dedication to balancing technical proficiency with genuine client relationships, making us a cornerstone of financial advisory services in central Minnesota.
Services
Auditing
Tax Planning
Financial Statements
Wealth Management
Business Consulting
Cost Segregation
Internal Controls
Payroll Services
Estate Planning
Lease Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- 60 years of continuous service with specialized industry expertise
- Awarded 'Best Accounting Firm' by St. Cloud Times for 9 consecutive years
- Comprehensive service portfolio from audits to wealth management
- Community-focused approach with active local involvement
- Rigorous quality control through independent peer reviews
Associations and certifications
- AICPA Employee Benefit Audit Quality Control Center
- Peer Review Program (Highest Ranking)
What people say
Professional yet friendly
Knowledgeable team
Smoothly and successfully
Highly recommend
Taken care of on time
Services
Auditing Services
We provide comprehensive auditing solutions for not-for-profit and for-profit organizations across various industries. Our team specializes in benefit plan audits, business audits, and government entity audits while maintaining membership in the AICPA Employee Benefit Audit Quality Control Center. With expertise in federal compliance requirements and industry-specific standards, we ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory adherence. Our audit process combines technical proficiency with practical insights to deliver actionable recommendations that enhance financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services help businesses and individuals navigate complex tax regulations while maximizing growth opportunities. We offer entity selection guidance, annual tax planning, and specialized strategies for business formations, succession planning, and estate taxes. Our CPAs provide detailed analysis of tax implications for mergers, acquisitions, and real estate transactions. By combining technical expertise with personalized advisory, we develop customized solutions that minimize tax liabilities while ensuring full compliance with evolving federal and state regulations.
Wealth Management
Through our partnership with Avantax Planning Partners, we offer comprehensive wealth management services that integrate tax-efficient investment strategies with long-term financial planning. Our services cover retirement planning, risk management, business succession strategies, and legacy planning. We utilize advanced planning tools to create customized roadmaps that address tax implications, cash flow management, and estate preservation. This collaborative approach ensures clients receive coordinated advice that aligns with both their financial goals and tax planning objectives.
Business Consulting
Our business consulting services address strategic growth challenges for small to mid-sized enterprises. We provide due diligence investigations, capital structure analysis, and cash flow management solutions to support informed decision-making. The team specializes in helping businesses navigate expansion opportunities, operational improvements, and financial restructuring. By combining accounting expertise with practical business insights, we deliver actionable recommendations that enhance profitability and support sustainable growth across various industry sectors.
Cost Segregation
Our cost segregation services help property owners maximize tax benefits through accelerated depreciation strategies. We conduct detailed analyses of construction costs to identify assets that qualify for shorter depreciation periods. This service applies to new constructions, acquisitions, and property renovations across multiple industries including hospitality, manufacturing, and commercial real estate. By reclassifying assets and optimizing depreciation schedules, we help clients significantly reduce current tax liabilities while improving cash flow for business reinvestment and growth initiatives.
People
Molly Thompson
Partner
Specializing in auditing and internal controls with expertise in government entity audits. Active community leader and AICPA member with 20+ years of public accounting experience. Committed to client-focused solutions and financial transparency.
Patrick Plamann
Partner
Tax strategy expert with specialization in business valuations and cost segregation studies. Provides comprehensive financial planning through Avantax partnership. Recognized for expertise in real estate tax optimization and corporate tax compliance across central Minnesota.
Brian Skluzacek
Partner
Auditing specialist with focus on benefit plans and business audits. Maintains advanced certifications in audit methodologies. Brings technical precision to financial statement analysis and regulatory compliance for diverse business entities.
Cory Ritter
Partner
Business consulting leader with expertise in strategic planning and operational improvement. Guides clients through growth strategies, mergers, and acquisition analysis. Combines accounting knowledge with practical business solutions for long-term success.
Jill Hoffmann
Partner
Certified business valuation specialist with focus on litigation support and financial analysis. Provides expert testimony and valuation services for legal proceedings, mergers, and tax planning purposes across multiple industry sectors.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide auditing, tax planning, financial statements, business consulting, cost segregation, and wealth management services for businesses and individuals in central Minnesota.
How are you different from other accounting firms?
We combine 60 years of local experience with specialized industry expertise and a personalized approach, maintaining the highest peer review standards and community involvement.
Do you serve specific industries?
Yes, we work with construction, healthcare, government entities, nonprofits, medical/dental practices, and various commercial businesses across central Minnesota.
Can you help with business mergers?
Yes, our team has extensive experience guiding clients through mergers with comprehensive due diligence, tax analysis, and transition planning services.
What makes your wealth management unique?
Our CPA-led approach integrates with Avantax Planning Partners to provide coordinated tax-efficient investment strategies and comprehensive financial planning solutions.
Are you available for urgent accounting needs?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize timely responses and flexible scheduling to address urgent client requirements during business hours.
