Bayerkohler & Graff - Our Professionals

Bayerkohler & Graff consists of two partners and several consultant resources, all of whom have many years of experience in their individual areas of expertise. It is the policy of our firm that all professional personnel comply with continuing education requirements of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Minnesota State Board of Accountancy, in addition to maintaining an awareness and understanding of current technical developments.

Brian Bayerkohler, CPA

Brian co-founded Bayerkohler & Graff, Ltd in 1997. He is involved with all aspects of client services performed by the company. Brian specializes in business tax preparation and planning. With a strong background in multi-state tax issues and business start-up, he provides a valuable resource for any business client. He supports all estate administration and estate tax preparation.

Brian worked with a small influential firm based in Fargo, North Dakota after graduating with a bachelor's degree in 1997 from Moorhead State University (MN). Brian holds a Minnesota CPA license.

David Graff, CPA, MBA

David co-founded Bayerkohler & Graff, Ltd. in 1997. David's responsibilities cover a wide range of services. He handles both individual and corporate income tax return preparation, as well as helping clients minimize tax liability through planning. David oversees all financial statement audits and reviews. In addition, he represents clients for both IRS and state audits, prepares compiled financial statements, and handles monthly accounting for businesses.

David is a 1996 graduate of Moorhead State University (MN), and earned his MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota in 2004. He holds CPA licenses in both Minnesota and North Dakota.

Christina New

As our payroll specialist, Christina is responsible for the facilitation and execution of all client payroll services and processes. In addition to her payroll responsibilities, she also handles all administrative support duties including client communication and correspondence, scheduling, and maintenance of records and documentation. With several years of experience at Bayerkohler & Graff, her professionalism, diverse set of skills, familiarity with our business, and attention to detail insure that our clientele will experience only the highest standards of service and make her a valuable member of our team.

Justin Soles

Justin joined Bayerkohler & Graff, Ltd. in January of 2006. As a staff accountant, Justin’s responsibilities range from individual/business income tax preparation, monthly sales tax preparation to monthly financial accounting.

Justin is a 2006 graduate of the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with degrees in accounting and finance. Before joining B & G, Justin interned at Medtronic, Inc., RSM McGladrey, Inc., and Hawkins, Inc. He is currently studying for the CPA exam.

Barb Bayerkohler, CPA

Barb started working for Bayerkohler and Graff in the fall of 2006. Her responsibilities include individual/business income tax preparation, financial accounting, tax planning, business consultations, payroll/payroll setup and research coordinator.

Prior to joining Bayerkohler and Graff, Barb worked for 9 years in the private sector for large food companies. Barb’s responsibilities during this time included consolidation accounting, subsidiary accounting, fixed asset accounting, financial statement analysis, managing accounting staff, supporting year end audits, various account reconciliations, and SOX documentation and compliance.

Barb graduated form Moorhead State University, MN in 1997.