Mike Giess, CPA
Partner
Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP
Insero Advisors, LLC
Rochester, NY
Mike specializes in technical accounting research and consulting, employee benefit plans, SEC-related matters, and financial reporting. He frequently advises organizations on complex accounting issues, including business combinations, implementation of new accounting standards, equity and debt transactions, and revenue recognition. He also serves as the firm’s subject matter expert for employee benefit plans, providing guidance on plan audits and the regulatory requirements governing benefit plans.
Mike has significant experience serving clients in the manufacturing, service, retail, and wholesale/distribution industries. He is known for helping organizations navigate complex accounting challenges while delivering practical, business-focused solutions.
EDUCATION
State University of New York, College at Oswego, Bachelor of Science in Accounting
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Public Accountant – New York
Certified Public Accountant – Florida
Certified Public Accountant – Massachusetts
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA)
AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center
BOARD/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Member, Rochester Rotary
Member, Camp Good Days
Adjunct Professor, Rochester Institute of Technology

