Kent Haugen CPA CA CGA

Biography

Winnipeg Accountant Kent J. Haugen is a partner at Baker Tilly HMA LLP. Kent holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business economics from North Dakota State University and a Masters of Business Administration from Minnesota State University Moorhead.

He received his Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation in 1983 winning the Silver Medal. Kent earned his CA designation in 1993 and his Certified Public Accountant (CPA U.S.A.) in 1995. He subsequently qualified as a Certified Financial Planner, Trust and Estate Practitioner and a Certified Aboriginal Manager. Kent has been recognized by his accounting peers with a Fellowship from the Manitoba Institute of Chartered Accountants and a meritorious service award from CGA Manitoba.

Kent holds public accounting licenses from the province of Ontario and the state of North Dakota (CPA). With knowledge and deep understanding of both Canadian and US tax laws, Kent is certified to help Canadian small businesses work in the U.S. For individuals or businesses wanting to purchase real estate in the U.S.A., whether for investment or personal use, Kent can help navigate through U.S. estate and tax laws. He has qualified as a CFO for IIROC firms.

His non-public accounting experience includes the areas of automobile retailing, real estate development and the investment industry. As a CPA he has extensive experience in tax, business advisory and assurance services.

Professional, community and social affiliations 

• ICAM Council and various committees
• Rotary Club
• The Pas Health Complex
• The Pas Handi Van
• Canadian and American Legion
• American Mensa
• Manitoba Club
• Manitoba Crown Corporation Council