Michael L. Vaccarella

Michael L. Vaccarella, CPA, CGMA, CM&AA, is a partner at Wipfli and the firm's national leader for private equity services and transaction advisory. Based in Chicago and Scottsdale, he works with private equity firms, family offices and business owners navigating the deal lifecycle, from preparing a company for sale to evaluating acquisitions, enhancing enterprise value and planning for a successful exit.

Mike brings a practitioner's perspective to every engagement. He advises clients across manufacturing, healthcare, construction services and technology, helping leaders build the financial clarity, operational strength and strategic positioning that create value whether a transaction is on the immediate horizon or years away.

His transaction advisory experience spans sell-side readiness, divestiture support, buy-side due diligence, quality of earnings analysis and post-deal integration support. For private equity clients, Mike serves as a trusted advisor on value creation, portfolio company performance and exit strategy, helping firms evaluate risk, uncover opportunities and make informed decisions.

Mike draws on Wipfli's integrated capabilities across tax, assurance, outsourcing, consulting and digital services to deliver connected advice that addresses the transaction and the business behind it. He is known for asking the right questions, cutting through complexity and helping clients at every stage of the transaction lifecycle. 

Mike is a certified public accountant, chartered global management accountant and certified merger and acquisition advisor.