Paula Bedford, CPA
Principal | Public Sector
Assurance and Financial Reporting
Location
Detroit, MI
313.202.7400
Education
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Assurance and Financial Reporting
Location
Detroit, MI
313.202.7400
Education
Northwood University
BBA, accounting
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“The value in Rehmann's approach is that I'm able to be a business advisor to my clients year-round, not just their auditor.”
Current Role
Paula is a leader in the firm’s public sector assurance practice, focused on not-for-profit organizations. She most often manages and serves as a reviewer on audit and single audit engagements, working directly with her clients to build lasting relationships.
While Paula holds experience in several industries, she is focused in the public sectors.
Service Areas
- Public sector auditing and consulting
- Federal award compliance auditing
- Financial reporting
Experience
Paula began her public accounting career in 2007, coming back to Rehmann in 2021. Previously, she was a manager at a regional CPA firm out of Columbus, Ohio.
Paula is recognized for her knowledge in the not-for-profit sector, often providing specific training regarding Uniform Guidance and implementation of new standards.
A Closer Look
- “How do these new standards affect my organization?” Paula can answer this question for you!
- She is an active member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Ohio Society of CPAs and the Michigan Associations of CPAs.
- Paula leads the firm’s not-for-profit sector from a quality management and training perspective that focuses on ensuring industry standards are exceeded and clients and internal associates are educated on new standards.
