About our Firm

Background

Formed in 1983 by Thomas Munninghoff and Douglas Lange, Munninghoff, Lange & Co. has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Munninghoff, Lange & Co.'s expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as audits, financial statements, and financial planning.

We currently staff over twenty employees.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help clients maintain financial viability in the present while taking a proactive approach to achieve future goals. This requires open communication to reach an understanding of our clients' needs, thorough research, and sound analysis. Munninghoff, Lange & Co. is dedicated to meeting these goals with high standards of excellence and professionalism.

Our Team

Thomas J. Munninghoff, CPA, MBA, JD

Tom's responsibilities include supervision of the firm's tax practice, with areas of concentration in Estate/Gift Tax, Employee Benefit Programs, Insurance programs and Corporate and Individual Income Taxes. He also assists clients in preparing financial plans, negotiations involving financing, buyouts, reorganizations and plant expansions.

Education

  • B.A. - Thomas More College
  • J.D. - Northern Kentucky University/ Chase College of Law
  • MBA – Xavier University , with a concentration in Taxation
Memberships:
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Ohio and Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Ohio , Kentucky , and Florida Bar Association

tmunninghoff@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Douglas B. Lange, CPA, MBA

Doug's responsibilities include supervision of the accounting and auditing departments, forecasting client financial results, assisting clients in various negotiations involving financing, buyouts, reorganizations, and plant expansions. He also consults with various clients in the analysis of design, and implementation of management, accounting, and computer systems.

Education

  • B.A/Accounting - Thomas More College
  • MBA - Xavier University , with a concentration in Finance
Memberships:
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Institute of Managerial Accountants

dblange@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Paul Neltner, CPA/PFS

Paul’s responsibilities include the supervision, review and preparation of income, estate and gift tax returns; tax planning; tax research and projections; financial planning; and small business consulting.

Education

  • B.A./Accounting - Thomas More College
Memberships:
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Securities License Series 7 and 63
  • State of Kentucky – Licensed Life & Health Agent

pneltner@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Brian R. Steppe, CPA

Brian's responsibilities include the supervision of audit and review engagements, firm quality review manager and network administration, and implementation and setup of software products.

Education

  • B.S./Accounting - University of Kentucky
  • Master of Accountancy - Miami University, with a concentration in Taxation
Memberships:
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants

bsteppe@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Jonathan J. Hickman, CPA, MBA

Jon's responsibilities include management of the insurance company practice, corporate and individual tax preparation, preparation of compiled financial statements and small business consulting.

Education

  • B.S./Accounting – University of Kentucky
  • MBA – Thomas More College
Memberships:
  • American institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • State of KY – Licensed Life & Health Insurance Agent
  • Quickbooks Software – Certified Professional Advisor

jhickman@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Marci M. Kreke, CPA

Marci's responsibilities include management of the business valuation practice, as well as the accounting, tax and consulting services for a wide range of closely held businesses and individuals.

Education

  • B.A./Accounting – Thomas More College
Memberships:
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts

mkreke@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Robert J. Barker, CPA

Bob's responsibilities include management in the accounting and assurance area, with a specific focus on clients in the insurance industry practice, as well as other corporate tax and assurance needs. He has worked in both public accounting and in industry as a controller and has experience with many of the financial and operational issues facing privately held businesses.

Education:

  • B.A./Accounting – Xavier University

rbarker@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



Zachary A. Kempton, CPA, CIPM

Zak’s responsibilities include management in the accounting and assurance area, across a wide range of industries, with a focus on transaction and valuation services. He has worked previously in public accounting (including nearly 2 years in an offshore jurisdiction) and as a controller for a registered investment advisor.

Education

  • B.A./Accounting, Marketing, Business Pre-Law – Ohio University
Memberships:
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Illinois Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • CFA Institute and CIPM Association

zkempton@ml-co.com 859-655-2300



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Thomas J. Munninghoff

Douglas B. Lange

Robert J. Barker

Carrie R.Clift

Kevin S. Erskine

Jessica R. Fangman

Dennis A. Geiger

Jonathan J. Hickman

Melissa A. Hoogerhyde

Zachary A. Kempton

Brandon J. Kordenbrock

Renee A. Kessler

Marci M. Kreke

Jody R. Lange

Diane M. Maltry

Holly A. Menchhofer

Carol J. Munninghoff

Paul M. Neltner

Judy A. Niehaus

Travis A. Peters

Brian R. Steppe

Jason M. Wolfe

 



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