Brian M. Anderson, CPA

Partner, Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC

Location
Madison, WI

Brian Anderson is a partner in Wipfli’s tribal practice, specializing in auditing tribal organizations. Since starting his career in 2002, Brian has been dedicated to helping clients efficiently and effectively comply with all relevant laws. He regularly presents at various internal and external conferences to keep his clients and others informed about the latest GASB pronouncements. Additionally, Brian is a member of Wipfli’s Governmental Technical Issues Committee.

  • Tribal Governments and Casinos
  • 2 CFR Part 200, OMB’s Uniform Guidance audits

  • Certified Public Accountant 

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (CAFR) Program Special Revenue Committee – Member
  • Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants (WICPA)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Bachelor of science degree in accountancy
  • Master of accounting science degree

  • Bronze Medal Award Winner for the Illinois CPA exam
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    ARTICLE | TRIBAL

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    ARTICLE | TRIBAL GOVERNMENT

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