Robert A. Buss, Jr., CPA, CEBS
Executive Director, Employee Benefits Services
With over 30 years of experience, Bob Buss is the leader of Wipfli LLP’s employee benefits plan practice in eastern Wisconsin, northern Michigan, and northeastern Illinois, where he provides comprehensive solutions and consultation to benefit plan clients. His expertise in employee benefits and corporate and individual taxation, coupled with his knowledge of sound, practical business strategies, has contributed to the success of his clients. Bob prides himself on his ability to identify and solve problems using a proactive and commonsense approach.
Certifications- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Employee Benefits Specialist
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Member
- Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants (WICPA) - Member and former Educational Foundation board member
- International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans - Member
- St. John the Baptist Parish - Trustee treasurer and finance council member
- Optimist Club of Green Bay Foundation - Board member and treasurer
- Howard Suamico Business and Professionals Association (HSBPA) - Board member
- Articles published in various periodicals and newspapers
- Speaker at various events, including the 2014 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Convention and Expo
Recent Insights
Articles
Stimulus act provides welcome relief for employee benefit plans
Jan 20, 2021
COVID-19 legislative updates on cafeteria plans, FSAs, HSAs, HRAs and HDHPs
Oct 01, 2020
What you need to consider when furloughing employees
May 07, 2020
Coronavirus impact on defined benefit and cash balance plan funding
Apr 01, 2020
The 20% QBI deduction part 2: Planning strategies
Sep 30, 2019
The 20% QBI deduction part 1: How retirement plans help you gain this tax benefit
Sep 25, 2019
Health Savings Accounts - Employee Benefit Cost Savings
May 08, 2018