Midwest CPA:
About Us
For many people, entrepreneurship is the American Dream. We support you in achieving that dream by providing a full suite of business accounting and advisory services.
Leadership
Hi! I’m Chris. Since a young age, I’ve always had the desire to run my own business. After an attempt to acquire a small business right out of college, I realized there was a critical gap in the market for aspiring business owners like myself.
In 2022, I founded Midwest CPA with a clear mission: to provide tailored accounting, advisory, and tax services for individuals acquiring or running small businesses.
What began as a side project quickly grew into a thriving business. Today, I’m proud to lead a firm that continues to expand, serving clients across the country and ensuring they have the financial clarity and guidance needed to succeed.
Chris Barrett, CPA
Managing Director/Owner
Meet Our Managers
Rene Riffle
Tax & Accounting Manager
Rene Riffle serves as the Tax and Accounting Manager at Midwest CPA, where she leverages her extensive expertise to support clients across a diverse range of industries.
Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Colorado State University – Global Campus and a Master’s degree from Maryville University, Rene has accumulated over five years of experience in the fields of general accounting, audit, and tax. She is dedicated to aiding small business owners in navigating their accounting challenges and achieving financial clarity.
Outside the office, Rene is an avid explorer of Colorado’s landscapes, enjoying hiking and snowboarding with her family.
Ross Etgen, CPA
Tax & Bookkeeping Manager
Ross Etgen holds the role of Tax & Bookkeeping Manager at Midwest CPA, bringing over six years of specialized experience alongside his CPA certification.
A graduate with a bachelor’s degree from Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio, Ross has a profound commitment to assisting small businesses in their growth and financial management. He is passionate about creating efficient tax and bookkeeping strategies that support sustainable business practices.
When not at work, Ross enjoys attending various sporting events and engaging in outdoor activities such as biking, kayaking, and hiking with his three dogs.
Alyssa Harp, CPA, MBA
Fractional CFO
Alyssa Harp brings a wealth of expertise in financial analysis, accounting management, and internal controls to our team.
With a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and an MBA from the University of Minnesota, she has extensive experience overseeing accounting functions, implementing financial policies, managing cash flow, and conducting in-depth financial reporting.
In her free time, Alyssa enjoys playing pickleball, sand volleyball, hiking, and exercising. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, friends, and dog Cassius.
Ready to get Started?
Ready to get Started?
Who We Are
Midwest CPA is a virtual CPA firm based out of Janesville, WI.
We pride ourselves on providing premier accounting services in Janesville WI as well as to our clients throughout the country.
Our mission is to provide acquisition entrepreneurs and small business owners with confident decision making, peace of mind, and outstanding levels of support so they can build a business they love.
We do through our comprehensive CPA services in the areas of tax preparation, tax planning, outsourced accounting, and advisory.
Integrity
This is the cornerstone of Midwest CPA. We believe all the talent in the world is nothing without integrity. With us you are getting a partner in your corner who holds the interests of you and your business as a top priority.
Dedication
When you become a client at Midwest CPA, you become apart of our family. We want to help you reach your goals and grow your business. You’ll find we routinely go above and beyond to make sure we earn your business each and every day.
Professionalism
Your business deserves the attention of experts. At Midwest CPA, LLC we are committed to staying up to date on developments in the accounting world and passing that knowledge onto you in a way that makes sense.
Industries We Serve
Regardless of your industry, business owners require reliable support. Midwest CPA is dedicated to making your financial processes straightforward.
- HVAC
- Consulting
- Professional Services
- Retail
- Landscaping
- E-Commerce
- Dental
- Manufacturing
- Plumbing
- Trucking
- Restaurants
- Real Estate
- Marketing Agencies
- Electricians
Client Testimonials
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! We provide Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis for financial due diligence, tax planning to optimize the deal, and post-close support for accounting integration and financial management. We’ll guide you through every step of the process.
We provide strategic financial guidance through our advisory services, helping you optimize cash flow, improve profitability, and prepare for acquisitions or other growth opportunities.
We are different from other accounting firms in that we have deep financial expertise. We focus on providing business owners with the accounting and advisory services they need to achieve their goals.
Yes, we handle business tax preparation and proactive tax planning to help you minimize your tax liability and stay compliant.
While based in the Midwest, we provide accounting and advisory services to businesses nationwide. Our team operates remotely to provide flexible and efficient support wherever your business is located.
