R&D tax strategy for Life Sciences companies
Life Sciences companies face growing R&D challenges and costs. Learn how your organization can leverage U.S. and international tax credits to support innovation and reduce expenses.
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Michael VanderKlugt
CPA
Partner, Assurance
Life Science Co-leader
Location: Walnut CreekÂ
Services: Audit, Reviews & Compilations, SEC Compliance
Industries: Consumer Business, Life Science
Michael is a Partner in Assurance at BPM. He has 30 years of public accounting experience, primarily with a Big Four accounting firm. He assists both public and private life science and consumer business organizations with a variety of accounting and tax services, including financial statements, audit reviews, compilations, agreed-upon procedures and internal control evaluations. Michael has extensive experience in early-stage and mid-market companies, including leading several companies through their IPOs. Michael also consults with management on complex accounting, tax and SEC reporting matters.
Michael VanderKlugt holds an active CPA license in California.
Interesting tidbit
Michael’s traveling adventures include climbing Half Dome in Yosemite National Park (four times), fishing, traveling to enjoy watching his childrenâs sporting events and driving his 1957 Chevy Bel Air.
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant
Community
- Advisory Board – Saint Mary’s College, School of Business and Economics
- Member – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Member – California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)
Education
BS/Accounting – Saint Mary’s College of California
News
What Life Sciences Startups Can Do About Market Swings – Life Science Leader/website (2023)
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