With over nine years of experience in public accounting, Melanie Ott is a manager in Wipfli’s nonprofit and government group, where she provides a wide range of audit and tax services to clients. She is familiar with the financial reporting requirements of nonprofit organizations and has the ability to draft and analyze financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.
- 501(c)(3) charitable organizations
- 2 CFR Part 200, OMB’s Uniform Guidance
- Yellow Book
- Audits, compilations, reviews, and agreed-upon procedures services
- Preparation of Form 990 nonprofit tax returns
- Seeking to improve the effectiveness of internal control structures within nonprofit organizations through analysis and application of best practices
- Certified Public Accountant
- Information Systems Certificate
Professional Memberships and Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
- Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants (WICPA) – Member
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
- Bachelor of business administration degrees in accounting and finance
- Information systems certificate

