Wade took an accounting class in high school and was immediately drawn to the profession. He enjoyed what he was learning to the point of making a definitive decision about turning this into a long-term career. He has had the unique experience of working for three different firms of all sizes. This has provided him ample opportunities to interact with a wide variety of clients, giving him insight and knowledge into different industries and client types.
Wade has been in public accounting since 2001 and joined the Froehling Anderson team in 2006. He really enjoys getting to know his clients and finding ways to connect on both a professional and personal level. He thrives on finding ways to help them be in the best possible tax situation.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Wade enjoys playing a round of golf, being outdoors, and having fun with friends.
Al is a tax attorney and chair of Froehling Anderson’s Tax Department. Since joining the firm in 2000, he’s used his unique skill set (he is an attorney, CPA, and holds a Master of Laws in Taxation), to help his clients navigate the odd and difficult tax issues. He jokes that you will never meet a teenager who aspires to be a tax attorney; however, it’s easy to see the role fits him well.
Al has always been interested in business. He recalls that as a young college student, he discovered “accounting is business applied to numbers.” It is no surprise that Al’s favorite part of his practice is learning about his clients’ businesses. “The devil is in the details,” he explains. “The more I know, the more I am able to apply my expertise.”
When he’s recharging away from the office, Al enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids. During the summer months, the family revels in all kinds of “Minnesota” activities, including water sports, boating and fishing.
Accounting has intrigued Joe for as long as he can remember. As a child, he regularly overheard family members – several of whom are small business owners – speak highly of their accountants. When he found himself at the head of his college accounting class, he quickly realized it was the career for him. Drawn to the culture and proved to be a good fit, Joe joined the firm as a staff accountant in 2005. Since then, he has come to appreciate his profession even more, “Every day is a different story,” he says. “And it’s always something new and interesting.”
As a partner in the firm’s Tax Department, Joe prides himself on being, as he put it, “someone who people can lean on and trust.” Having spent his first seven years at Froehling Anderson as a “generalist”, his varied background allows him to assist clients with issues of all shapes and sizes.
When he’s recharging away from the office, Joe enjoys being there for his family for trips to the baseball field, beach and zoo. In the fall, he spends his Sundays watching football and rooting for his Fantasy Football team.
Gail pursued a career in accounting because of how naturally it came to her; excelling both in math and communication. Having started her career in the private industry and being a former Controller for an international company, she has over 25 years of experience in accounting. Her natural abilities and vast experience make her a trusted advisor among many, but her ability to relate to people and build meaningful relationships makes her a consultant and a friend to all. She is on your team from start to finish!
The challenging and complex situations that can arise brings Gail’s listening skills and passion to the forefront. She desires to see her clients succeed and counts it a privilege to not just be their accountant but a friend.
When she’s recharging away from the office, Gail is enjoying the cabin life; swimming, riding ATVs, and fishing.
Jodi’s background in the legal industry is what originally piqued her interest in tax controversy. A former Paralegal, her vast experience for helping clients navigate extremely stressful situations became something she enjoyed. Her ability to ease their worries and guide them through a difficult process comes naturally to her. Not only does she help her clients by creating efficient systems and processes to navigate the difficulties, but those same skills also extend internally as she utilizes her Lean Six Sigma certification to create efficiencies throughout the firm.
When she originally joined the Froehling Anderson team in 2005, Jodi was assisting with the scheduling of staff in the areas of audits, reviews, compilations, and tax returns. Her passions were and continue to be to see that everyone at the firm is in a position that aligns with their skills and strengths. As Froehling has grown, her position has too. She comes alongside the young professionals who are transitioning from college to a professional work environment. Her desire is to see them acclimate to this profession with comfortability and ease, all the while providing them the resources they need to be successful.
When she’s recharging away from the office, Jodi loves vacationing in Puerto Rico, and spending time at the cabin with her grandchildren and one very spoiled dog.
Kyle took an introduction to accounting course in college and enjoyed it more than he thought he would. His professor had a way of relaying the information that made him understand and enjoy what he was learning. After he finished his first accounting class, he decided to continue the pursuit and found that this path was the right fit for him.
After completing Froehling Anderson’s internship program during his last year of college, Kyle was offered a full-time position and hasn’t looked back. Having come through Froehling as an intern, he’s worked his way up to now being a Manager in the Tax Department. He enjoys being a part of the Froehling team and likes that he gets to be a part of a wide variety of projects alongside great people. His extensive knowledge of tax laws & reporting is just one of many skills he uses to help his clients navigate the challenges and complexities they face; he also helps them find creative solutions using his analytical and problem-solving skills.
