Brad Werner, CPA, MBA
Partner
Brad Werner is the leader of Wipfli’s construction and real estate practice and an audit partner whose primary focus is on attest and accounting services. Working closely with members of management to improve their overall operations, he provides value to clients by offering broad experience in many industries and aspects of accounting and financial reporting. Brad ensures efficiency through solid planning and organizational skills in coordinating all aspects of each engagement. He effectively communicates complex accounting issues and solutions to his clients, enhancing overall retention.
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
Professional Memberships and Activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Member
- Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) - Member
- NAIOP Chicago - Member
- The Chicago Building Congress - Member
Services
Audit and AccountingAreas of Focus
- Attest services for middle market companies, construction contractors, real estate entities, and technology companies
- Federal and state corporate tax planning for construction contractors and real estate developers
- Construction and real estate accounting and reporting
- Strategic planning
- Financial advisory and related analysis
- Operational and internal control structure reviews
- New accounting standard implementation and analysis
Industries
Construction and Real EstateEducation
University of Illinois - Champaign, Illinois- Bachelor of science degree in accounting
- Master of business administration degree
Recent Insights
Articles
Answering five questions contractors have about SBA PPP loans
Apr 13, 2020
ASC 606 Revenue Recognition Adoption Methods: Full Retrospective or Modified Approach
Jun 11, 2019
ASC 606: The Devil Is in the Details – Six Key Considerations to Take Away From the New Revenue Recognition Standard
Apr 27, 2017
Webinars
How contractors can use Power BI to streamline data processes and gain faster insights
Jun 24, 2020
Position your business to thrive in the “new normal”
May 29, 2020