Michael Cristof, CPA, MBA

Michael Cristof, CPA, MBA, has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Michael is currently employed as a General Ledger Accountant at FOURMIDABLE. Prior to this, they worked at Hartman & Tyner, Inc. as a General Accountant, where they were responsible for monthly bank reconciliations and posting utility charges. Before that, they served as an Accountant II in the Finance Department at AAA, where they handled tasks such as reclassifying outstanding checks and resolving unclaimed property discrepancies.

Earlier in their career, Michael held the position of Business Office Accountant at Baker College, where they matched invoices, performed check runs, and monitored department manager credit card charges. Michael also worked as a Financial Aid Officer at Baker College, awarding financial aid and coordinating the federal work-study program.

Before joining Baker College, Michael worked as a Staff Accountant at Post, Smythe, Lutz, and Ziel Certified Public Accountants, where they prepared income tax returns and supported external audits. Prior to that, they were employed at United Parcel Service as a Sorter and Saturday Air Driver.

Michael gained experience as an Intern and Income Tax Preparer at Accounting Aid Society, where they prepared various income tax returns and answered clients' tax questions.

Overall, Michael Cristof has a well-rounded work experience in accounting and finance, with a strong background in tax preparation, financial analysis, and general accounting.

Michael Cristof, CPA, MBA has a diverse education background. Michael completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Finance at Baker College Center for Graduate Studies from 2012 to 2013. Prior to that, they pursued a double bachelor's degree in Accounting, Marketing, and a minor in German at the University of Michigan-Dearborn from 2003 to 2008. In terms of high school education, Michael attended Northville High School. In addition to their educational achievements, Michael holds certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of Michigan, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, and an Enrolled Agent from the Internal Revenue Service.