About our Firm
Background
For years, Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC's expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as audits, financial statements, and financial planning.
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, thorough research, and sound analysis. Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC is dedicated to meeting these goals with high standards of excellence and professionalism.
Our Team
Benjamin I. Waxenberg, CPA/PFS
Mr. Waxenberg is a 1978 graduate of Michigan State University where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Accounting. He is licensed to practice accounting in the State of Michigan. Ben formed his own practice in 1987 and brings over 25 years of public accounting experience to Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC
Ben has been responsible for servicing clients in nearly every sector of business with a concentration on medium sized, growth-oriented companies. He has an extensive background in strategic planning and management advisory for closely-held businesses including business start up and tax planning.
Ben is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Michigan Association of CPAs. He also obtained a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) designation from the American Institute of CPAs. The AICPA established the PFS credential for CPAs who specialize in personal financial planning. In today's financial world, developing sound strategies for a secure future can be complex and overwhelming. Ben believes our clients deserve the best advice in planning and monitoring their financial goals. As a Personal Financial Specialist, he is able to stay abreast of today's cutting-edge financial strategies and provide objective and competent advice.
ben@waxenbergklein.com (248) 352-3630
Mr. Klein is a graduate of the University of Michigan where he received the degrees of Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration. He is licensed to practice accounting in the State of Michigan and brings many years of experience in public accounting to the firm. Norm is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Michigan Association of CPAs.
Norm’s experience includes emphasis on taxes and he is able to provide the most up-to-date guidance to clients. Norm services many clients who do business in Michigan as well as in other states and has experience in their regulations and in preparing the forms that must be completed for those other states.
Norm has been in private practice in Michigan for his entire professional life and shares the philosophy and high goals and standards of Ben Waxenberg, making this an association which can continue to provide the clients with the insights and planning to which they are accustomed.
norm@waxenbergklein.com (248) 352-3630
Mr. Hillson is a 1971 graduate of Wayne State University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration majoring in Accounting. He became a Certified Public Accountant in 1974. In 1978 he became a partner in Lee & Klein which evolved into the firm Klein & Hillson, PLC. Irv was the audit and tax manager of Klein and Hillson, PLC. His years of experience will upgrade and strengthen those client services offered by Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC.
irv@waxenbergklein.com (248) 352-3630
Mrs. Wayntraub received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Wayne State University in 1992. Susie joined Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC in 2006, after 15 years in private accounting, and received her license to practice accounting in the State of Michigan in 2011. Susie is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Michigan Association of CPAs.
Susie services the needs of our small business clients by providing accounting and tax services, including preparation of corporate and individual tax returns. She provides review and compilation services for businesses in a variety of industries, including construction, real estate, and professional services. Susie is an integral part of our audit team, and the firm provides audit services for several non-profit organizations. Susie’s extensive knowledge of QuickBooks makes her an excellent resource for clients. She enjoys assisting small business owners in improving their accounting practices, and specializes in training personnel.
susie@waxenbergklein.com (248) 352-3630
Mrs. Bridges joined Waxenberg & Klein, PLLC in October, 2005. She is the voice of the firm and the first person you meet when visiting the firm’s office. Diane assists with small bookkeeping jobs and tax preparation. With over 17 years experience in private accounting, Diane services the needs of our staff accountants and partners so that they may serve you better.
diane@waxenbergklein.com (248) 352-3630
